BALLYHOO! is undeniably turning the world of music upside down and sideways as they blur the lines between rock, reggae, punk and pop to craft their own hybrid of music that can’t be held down to one definitive genre. This signature sound of theirs is one they have been perfecting since their high school days in Aberdeen, Maryland - the sweet melodic voice of lead singer and guitarist Howi Spangler; the hard hitting beats set forth by brother and drummer Donald “Big D” Spangler; the skillfully added funk of bassist JR Gregory and Scott Vandrey (aka DJ Blaze) rounds it out on the turntables and keys.
BALLYHOO!’s unique sound, hardcore devotion to the road and to their fans, partnered with their irresistible “life of the party” approach have pitched them into the position of America’s favorite feel good party band. They didn’t get here by accident; rather, they had been single-handedly growing their empire through unparalleled hard work and dedication until Jan 2011, when they got a well-deserved nod from LAW Records and were signed to the Hawaii-based independent record label. Yesod Williams of the dub rock music mega-sensation PEPPER and owner of LAW Records says of his newest addition, “Having BALLYHOO! join the LAW Records family is a perfect fit. They are an incredibly talented band with a really catchy style”. Now, with the backing of LAW, 2011 promises to be a paramount year on BALLYHOO!’s trajectory destined for greatness!
BALLYHOO! has toured the country with some of the biggest and most respected names in the reggae rock genre – 311, Authority Zero, Pepper, The Supervillains. “It’s always intimidating when playing for another band’s crowd, you never know how they’re gonna react,” explains front man Howi, “but then you see that they’re enjoying it and the worry goes away. You’re free to rock at that point!”.
BALLYHOO! will start their tour of the southeast with fellow label mates Iration in February 2011. Their rigorous, nonstop nationwide touring schedule has certainly been the catalyst for the exponential growth in their fan base. BALLYHOO! fans are some of the most loyal and enthusiastic fans out there and their love for the band runs deep.
In 2006, BALLYHOO! released Do It For The Money! which “opened a lot of doors for us and spread like wildfire in the underground” says Howi. Their follow up album, Cheers!, was released in May of 2009 and was an opportunity to work with 311’s Scotch Ralston as the producer. In addition, BALLYHOO!’s stellar rendition of “40 Oz. To Freedom” is featured on the compilation album, Forever Free: A Tribute to Sublime, and helped stimulate a surge in their popularity. Fans can also hear their songs on the Rock Band Network and in feature films.
BALLYHOO! currently has a single out on iTunes (“The Front Porch”) and when they aren’t on the road, they are in the studio, finishing their new album, which is slated for release on LAW Records in the summer of 2011.
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Run
Ballyhoo! Lyrics
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And put these people in my rearview mirror
The stress is killing me with every little shockwave
The street is cracking underneath
She’s got a problem with the way I talk and
I’m packing everything I need
No, I’m not gonna let this happen no more
No, I gotta know what I am here for
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta get away from this town
You know you gotta run away
No, sick of the same old roads I’ve been down
My ascension from the choices that I made
Bring hypertension in a world gone mad
The nervous system serves as such a dead giveaway
And I am giving all I have
You think it’s easy and it’s just a vacation
I’m writing my own epitaph
No, I’m not gonna let this happen no more
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta know what I am here for
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta get away from this town
You know you gotta run away
No, sick of the same old roads I’ve been down
I can’t take this
I will break soon
I can’t stop dreaming
I will let them down
No, I’m not gonna let this happen no more
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta know what I am here for
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta get away from this town
You know you gotta run away
No, sick of the same old roads I’ve been down
The lyrics of Ballyhoo!'s song Run speak of the desire to escape, to leave behind the stress and problems of everyday life. The singer longs to put the people and the town he's grown tired of in his rearview mirror and start anew. The stress of his situation is causing physical symptoms such as hypertension, and he feels like he's writing his own epitaph. The singer acknowledges that this won't be easy, that he'll have to break away and let go of his dreams in order to escape, but he's determined to find out what purpose he has in life, even if it means running away.
The song is a reflection of the many aspects of life that can make people feel stuck, whether it's a job, a relationship, or just the grind of everyday existence. The stress and anxiety of these situations can build up, causing physical and emotional symptoms that make it even harder to break free. The song encourages listeners to recognize when they're feeling trapped and to take action to change their lives, even if it means leaving everything familiar behind.
Line by Line Meaning
I had enough, gotta get away from here
I am tired of my current situation and need to leave this place
And put these people in my rearview mirror
I want to leave these people and memories behind
The stress is killing me with every little shockwave
The constant pressure is slowly breaking me down
The street is cracking underneath
The environment around me is unstable and unreliable
She’s got a problem with the way I talk and
Someone in my life doesn't approve of the way I express myself
I’m packing everything I need
I am gathering all my essentials for my departure
No, I’m not gonna let this happen no more
I refuse to let this continue any longer
You know you gotta run away
It is necessary to escape from the present circumstances
No, I gotta know what I am here for
I need to discover my purpose and reason for existence
No, I gotta get away from this town
I need to leave this town behind
No, sick of the same old roads I’ve been down
I am tired of repeating the same old patterns of my life
My ascension from the choices that I made
My personal growth has been a result of my past decisions
Bring hypertension in a world gone mad
Existing in a crazy world causes immense stress
The nervous system serves as such a dead giveaway
My body reacts to stress in a clear and noticeable way
And I am giving all I have
I am putting forth all of my effort
You think it’s easy and it’s just a vacation
Others belittle my journey and fail to understand its struggles
I’m writing my own epitaph
I am taking control of my own life and destiny
I can’t take this
My current situation is too much to handle
I will break soon
I am reaching a breaking point
I can’t stop dreaming
I will continue to pursue my aspirations and goals
I will let them down
I fear failing others by not conforming to their expectations
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LYRICS
Ive had enough, we gotta get away from here
And put these people in my rearview mirror
The stress is killing me with every little shock wave
The street is cracking underneath
Shes got a problem with the way I talk and
Im dragging everything I need
No, not gonna let this happen no more
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta know what I am meant for
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta get away from this town
You know you gotta run away
Sick of the same old roads Ive been down
You know you gotta run away
My ascension from the choices that Ive mad
We add pretention in a world gone mad
The mirror system serves such a dead giveaway
And Ive given all I have
You think its easy and its just a vacation
I write your mild epitaph
No, not gonna let this happen no more
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta know what I am meant for
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta get away from this town
You know you gotta run away
Sick of the same old roads Ive been down
You know you gotta run away
I cant take it, I will break soon
I cant stop dreaming, I will let them down
No, not gonna let this happen no more
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta know what I am meant for
You know you gotta run away
No, I gotta get away from this town
You know you gotta run away
Sick of the same old roads Ive been down
You know you gotta run away
Ryan Shannon
So excited to hear this Aug 1st at the Waiting Room in Omaha. Hoping to hear them do the cover of Red Red Wine too. Fingers crossed.
k1ngd0mharts
i love every damn thing ballyhoo puts out, from old to new its all gold
SpiritEssence
Love this! You guys are definately on my top 5
boydofw
Such a great track. Looking forward to seeing y'all at Beach Bash!!
BeurningPeutate
Great song! Can't wait to have my hands on the new CD. Hooligans FTW!
Arlie Ferdiansyah
Yes! Thank you for sharing all the good vibes, guys! Cheers.
peachrocker1
keep up this rock sound- this is the best kind of music- the more active the electric guitar use, the better!!!
Justin Sanchez
Ballyhoo always hits all the right spots. This song speaks to me on so many levels. I'm outta here soon, very soon....with this song on repeat!
MusicMom123
Monster Laboratory --- Same here... did you ever make it outta there ? 💜✌😀
MakeMyBrainMelt73
I wish I had enough money to buy this album. So good! Cant find a download anywhere either.