Rooted in the Orange County community of Huntington Beach, California, founding band members Jared Watson and guitarist / vocalist Dustin Bushnell met in 1996 while in high school, embarking on a friendship based on music, as well as their shared passion for surfing, skating and the endless party of the laid-back SoCal lifestyle.
Early on, they spent many late nights jamming in Bushnell’s soundproof garage with a four-track recorder, writing unique acoustic hip-hop songs that featured reggae inflections. Inspired by the rock and reggae sounds of Bob Marley, Sublime, 311 and The Beastie Boys, the band’s music evolved into their distinct Dirty Heads style.
To complete the Dirty Heads’ sound, the duo added percussionist Jon Olazabal and drummer Matt Ochoa, both talented, experienced musicians. With a set of solid material, the Dirty Heads were further motivated to take their craft to the next level, and they began building a loyal fan base throughout the west coast, while performing acoustically at local bars and small music venues. As they started playing in neighboring Los Angeles, the band found it necessary to charter party buses so their fans could make the 30-mile trek to their shows.
Connecting with sought-after producers Steve Fox and Stan Frazier (Sugar Ray / Ashlee Simpson) the band worked long hours to polish their material and further develop their style. The Dirty Heads also recruited mixing engineer Mario Caldato Jr., best known for his work with the Beastie Boys, to add the finishing touches and create just the right blend.
The band’s highly-anticipated first full-length album is entitled, Any Port in the Storm (Released on EMG through Fontana, a division of Universal Music Group Distribution - September 2008). This debut features 14 tracks that are reminiscent of the upbeat, sun-soaked Southern California party energy. The first single is the optimistic, “Stand Tall.”
Any Port in the Storm also features one of the final recordings of the late music industry icon Billy Preston. Frequently referred to as “The Fifth Beatle,” Preston played on three tracks, including “Stand Tall,” “Chelsea,” and “Driftin.’ ” Other special guests on the album are drummer Josh Freese (A Perfect Circle, Sting, The Vandals), and veteran session percussionist Alex Acuna, whose A-list musician resume includes Peter Gabriel, Johnny Clegg, and Jackson Browne, to name only a few.
Recently, the band’s music has been attracting attention throughout the world of entertainment. Their songs have been featured in the movie and soundtrack for Surf’s Up (Sony 2007); and the television drama, Shark staring James Woods (CBS 2007. Actor Matthew McConaughey selected the band’s music to be in his upcoming film, Surfer Dude. In addition, the Dirty Heads can be heard in Tony Hawk’s Downhill Jam video game (Activision 2007), and several other music compilations and surf/skate videos. On the marketing side, the Dirty Heads have also been included in campaigns for Etnies Jeans and Vestal Watches.
Dirty Heads vocalist Jared Watson sums up their fun, uncomplicated style, “We want to be positive and entertain,” he says. “We just want to make you feel good.”
And who can’t dig that?
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Arrival
The Dirty Heads Lyrics
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We found it, it was broken, wanna stay here and fix it with me?
Wanna stay here and fix it with me?
Out here we are, out here we are,
Out here we are, out here we are,
Out here we are, out here we
I know nothing
I owe nothing
We owe nothing well
Now it's ours and we rebuilt it
It's a place for me and you
Won't you come back when you feel it
I'll be waiting right here for you
The Dirty Heads' song "Arrival" is a compelling reflection on the idea of escaping from oneself and finding solace in a broken place while attempting to rebuild it. The lyrics allude to the concept of finding inner peace through detachment from material possessions and societal expectations. The opening lines state, "We found was a place we could go to get away from ourselves, We found it, it was broken, wanna stay here and fix it with me?" These lines describe a certain level of exhaustion with societal pressures and the desire to escape them. The lines make it clear that the place we have found to escape is a broken place, but it is worth fixing. The singer is inviting someone to accompany him in this journey towards self-realization.
The repetition of the phrase "Out here we are" emphasizes the idea of being in a space where there is complete detachment from the world outside. It is a space that is unique and personal to the individual. The following lines, "We owe nothing, I know nothing, I owe nothing, we owe nothing well," reiterate the idea of freeing oneself from external pressures and material possessions. The repetition of the phrase reinforces the idea of detachment and emphasizes the fact that the singer and his companion find happiness in being "out here."
The song's concluding lines, "Now it's ours and we rebuilt it, it's a place for me and you, won't you come back when you feel it, I'll be waiting right here for you," suggest that the journey towards self-realization is not a solitary one. The place that the singer and his companion have found is theirs alone, and the journey towards building it has brought them closer. The singer seeks companionship on this journey and expresses his willingness to wait for his companion to return.
Line by Line Meaning
We found was a place we could go to get away from ourselves
We discovered a location where we can escape our problems and find some peace.
We found it, it was broken, wanna stay here and fix it with me?
We came across this place which was in disarray and I'm asking if you want to remain with me and help me fix it.
Wanna stay here and fix it with me?
Do you want to stay here with me and try to improve this place?
Out here we are, out here we are, Out here we are, out here we are, Out here we are, out here we
We are here in this location
We owe nothing
We are not in debt to anyone or anything
I know nothing
I have no knowledge of what may have happened before this moment.
I owe nothing
I do not owe anyone or anything for any reason.
We owe nothing well
We don't have any obligation or indebtedness to anyone or anything that might bring negativity to our current state.
Now it's ours and we rebuilt it
We have made this place our own and reconstructed it to make it a suitable place for us to be.
It's a place for me and you
This place has become a sanctuary for both you and me.
Won't you come back when you feel it
If you ever miss this place, come back here to feel the comfort it provides.
I'll be waiting right here for you
I'll wait for you in this place where we can both feel peace and be ourselves.
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@CombatMeow
The entire album is connected. They play samples of the same/similiar chords in nearly every song ties the whole thing together. It's very well thought out.
@wikiwikiwee1
this will always remind me of my 2013 summer, when i found my home
@AdvenaLena
On repeat till i get my vinyl 💛 i couldnt support you guys properly before but best believe i wont ever stop supporting and loving yall. To others this albums is okay but it saved my life when i was full of hate and rage and pain and needed peace. I cant even thank you enough.
@dannyfromchicago3736
Where can I buy the vinyl?? I've been searching for it EVERYWHERE
@dannyfromchicago3736
This album has helped me through hard times too. I love the calming beach and reggae feel. This album has made me feel emotions I've never felt before, so I'm right there with ya 💯
@MrShawnMelton
best 2 minutes of my day is when i listen to this on the way to work every day
@paulvelasco7978
dude one of my favorite songs in he album. you guys should make more songs like this
@Sethpatts
This song is like the first chapter to a book. The album is the book.
@TheShismo
I'm with you there -- something special about this song.
@mileyfan11551
my favorite song by them. wish it was longer :(