In 2013, pop punk sweethearts The Dollyrots reproduced. But their new baby didn’t slow them down: they just brought him on tour. Thus the title of their upcoming live CD/DVD, Family Vacation: Live in the Los Angeles.
Released on March 11, 2016, Family Vacation is a concert film with a companion live album that captures The Dollyrots on their 2015 summer tour with long-time roadmates Bowling For Soup. It’s 40 minutes of pure rock frenzy, harnessed by filmmaker Ian MacLeod and delivered as both a video/audio download and deluxe double disc set.
The term “family” not only describes singer/bassist Kelly Ogden, guitarist Luis Cabezas, and their baby River, but also the extended family of Dollyrots fans, who supported the creation of this live CD/DVD by crowdfunding it on PledgeMusic. Those who contributed to the project received the film and album weeks before the public street date, and were also privy to some special extras, including a bonus studio EP and exclusive memorabilia. As Kelly puts it, “There are a lot of fans who might never get out to a Dollyrots show in the flesh, so we did our best to bring the experience to them. The only things missing are the ringing ears and sweaty hugs…but other than that I think we nailed it!”
Since their formation 15 years ago, The Dollyrtos have played over a thousand shows and released five studio albums, but Family Vacation is their first ever official live record. After releasing material on both Lookout! Records and Joan Jett’s Blackheart Records, the band decided to go completely independent for their last few releases, and 2014’s Barefoot and Pregnant (released through the band’s own label, Arrested Youth Records) enjoyed a #7 debut on Billboard’s Heatseekers Chart. They hope their fans will similarly embrace Family Vacation, which comes on the heels of multiple US tours in 2015 and a three-week tour of the United Kingdom with Bowling For Soup this past February.
Screaming, staying up all night, and vomiting everywhere: Family Vacation shows that punk rock and parenting aren’t so different after all. And it stands as proof that just because you grow up doesn’t mean you have to stop being awesome.
Penny
The Dollyrots Lyrics
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something tells me it wasn't red
spun around wishing to see clearly
happens to me now and then
when i wait
in the afternoon
waiting for my, waiting for my
waititng for my, waiting for my
favorite one to swing on by
in the hot rod woah oh ohoh
spun up near me looking sweaty
just about when i was done
maybe we'll forget to hurry
nevermind it we'll have our fun
and we'll wait
The Dollyrots's song "Penny" describes a moment in time where the singer looks down and thinks she sees a penny, but upon closer inspection realizes that it isn't the red penny she was expecting. This line could also be interpreted as representing the singer's expectations not being met when she thought everything was going according to plan. The singer spins around, trying to gain clarity in the situation, but this is something that happens to her often.
The second verse describes the singer waiting impatiently for someone, possibly a loved one or a crush, to arrive. They tell her that it's coming soon, but time seems to be moving slowly as she waits. When her favorite person finally arrives in a hot rod, the singer's attention shifts to them. The final lines suggest that the singer and her companion may linger in the moment and forget about their obligations in order to enjoy themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
looking down thought i saw a penny
I glanced at something shiny on the ground and thought it might be a penny.
something tells me it wasn't red
A feeling told me it wasn't a rare, valuable penny.
spun around wishing to see clearly
I turned in a circle hoping to get a better look at the object.
happens to me now and then
I have a tendency to imagine things and get excited about small finds.
when i wait
This often happens when I'm bored and waiting for something to happen.
in the afternoon
This incident took place during the day.
waiting for my, waiting for my
I'm filling time, waiting for someone or something.
they say it's come so soon
People tell me time flies and I should enjoy the moment.
favorite one to swing on by
I'm looking forward to seeing someone I like.
in the hot rod woah oh ohoh
They'll arrive in a cool car that makes an impression.
spun up near me looking sweaty
The anticipated person arrived and appeared anxious or disheveled.
just about when i was done
I was about to give up and leave but they arrived just in time.
maybe we'll forget to hurry
I hope we can take our time and relax and not have to rush.
nevermind it we'll have our fun
It doesn't matter, we'll enjoy ourselves no matter what happens.
and we'll wait
We'll continue to wait and see what happens, enjoying each other's company.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GRACE LANE, STEPHEN ALLEN DAVIS, STEVE DAVIS
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