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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Walk Away
Ballyhoo! Lyrics
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In fisticuffs just like last week
You got your brass knuckles and I got a machete
Not too long ago we used to cuddle in our sleep
Somehow this shit got turned around
And now the words cut deep
All the love letters
Stuffed into a Molotov cocktail
Call it what it is
This is hopeless
Well can't you see that girl, life goes on (Life Goes On)
And we've seen better days
And you know this
Girl we just can't take much more
You know we make each other miserable
Let's just call it what it is
Letting go
Of all of this
I remember asking all around to get your name
And I wish I could find out that you were doing the same
Now it seems as those old days have come and gone away
But I would never call this a mistake
All the love letters
Stuffed into a Molotov cocktail
Sometimes it's easier to walk away (Walk Away)
Call it what it is
This is hopeless
Well can't you see that girl, life goes on (Life Goes On)
And we've seen better days
And you know this
Girl we just can't take much more
You know we make each other miserable
Let's just call it what it is
Letting go
Of all of this
All the love letters
Stuffed into a Molotov cocktail
Sometimes it's easier to walk away (Walk Away)
Call it what it is
This is hopeless
Well can't you see that girl, life goes on (Life Goes On)
And we've seen better days
And you know this
Girl we just can't take much more
You know we make each other miserable
Let's just call it what it is
Letting go
Of all of this
The song Walk Away by the band Ballyhoo! is a heart-wrenching track about the end of a relationship that has turned toxic. The lyrics speak to the hopelessness and misery that can come from staying in a relationship that is no longer working. The beginning of the song sets the scene for a violent altercation between the two partners, one armed with brass knuckles and the other with a machete. The singer then reflects on the past, where they used to cuddle in their sleep, but now their words "cut deep". The chorus speaks to the difficulty of leaving this relationship, as the love letters once exchanged have now been turned into Molotov cocktails. Despite the pain, the singer recognizes that sometimes it's easier to walk away and let go of the toxic relationship.
The lyrics of the song are a poignant reminder of the complexities of love and the difficulties of ending a relationship that was once filled with love and affection. The song also touches on the sadness that comes with the end of a relationship and the sense of loss that is felt when letting go of something that was once so important. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the difficulty of ending the relationship but also highlights the importance of recognizing when it is time to walk away and start anew.
Line by Line Meaning
So here we are again
We're back in the same place we always end up
In fisticuffs just like last week
We're fighting again, like we did recently
You got your brass knuckles and I got a machete
We're armed and ready to hurt each other
Not too long ago we used to cuddle in our sleep
We were once in love and shared intimate moments
Somehow this shit got turned around
Our relationship took a turn for the worse
And now the words cut deep
Our insults hurt each other deeply
All the love letters
The memories of our happy times together
Stuffed into a Molotov cocktail
Are now fueling our fights and making them worse
Sometimes it's easier to walk away (Walk Away)
It's better for us to end things and move on
Call it what it is
Let's be honest about our situation
This is hopeless
Our relationship has reached a dead end
Well can't you see that girl, life goes on (Life Goes On)
We need to accept that life moves forward, with or without us
And we've seen better days
Our relationship used to be good, but not anymore
And you know this
We both know that things aren't working out
Girl we just can't take much more
We can't handle this pain and fighting anymore
You know we make each other miserable
Our relationship causes more harm than good
Let's just call it what it is
Let's be truthful and end things
Letting go
Saying goodbye and moving on from our relationship
Of all of this
Leaving behind our past and starting fresh
Contributed by Aiden H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@calleigh_boo
this song deserves so much more recognition
@BALLYHOOROCKS
Thank you
@TripleNpple
Been with you guys for long time keep rocking and vibing
@careyjohn0144
feels like sublime band all had kids and they did this
@BALLYHOOROCKS
♥️♥️
@nickjames5554
Sublime and Panic At The Disco! Lmfao
@ricecake9740
Recently been having troubles with a girl but listening to Walk Away helps me realize not to waste my time trying to make something work that won’t. Thank you Ballyhoo! much love ❤️🤙
@KinaIchi
Man me too. Songs do a lot of things we never imagine. Hope your doing good ✌️
@BALLYHOOROCKS
It takes a strong will to move on! Good for you ❤️❤️❤️💪💪💪
@steviekutys
I found yall at the Dirty Heads concert in Allentown PA and have loved you ever since!!! ❤