Nominated for one of the top 100 Bay Area's all time best bands by The San FranciscoChronicle, The New Morty Show formed in1994.This dynamic and ever-popular entertainment conspiracy features 10 top notch musicians who faithfully celebrate the style and substance of the Golden Era of Las Vegas while creating a modern and polished sound thats brings us into the new millenium.The New Morty Show also delves into the bizarre with their insane take on songs from rock/pop/metal/punk groups such as Metallica,Poison, The Ramones,The Sex Pistols, X, Billy Idol and more,as well as putting The New Morty Show "twist" on swing standards.This, along with their high-energy,original material, puts The New Morty Show in a class of its own by bridging the gap between rock,swing and jazz.
With numerous U.S. tours and continuous regional touring, The New Morty Show's many sold-out performances have been seen nationwide. A few sell-out venues include The Fillmore - San Francisco's classic night spot - Bimbo's 365 Club, as well as New York City's Supper Club, Boston's Roxy Theatre and The Montreal Jazz Festival.And what city is more appropriate for the group than Las Vegas? The Mirage played host to the group on New Year's Eve 1997, and the amazing New York New York Hotel and Casino made Vegas history by having The New Morty Show play its grand opening for a two week run. Other Casino's the band has played include: Harrah's, Desert Inn, Hard Rock Hotel, Treasure Island, The Orleans, The Excalibur, The MGM Grand nightclub and Caesar's Palace.Those are just the Vegas casinos! They have also played Caesar's Lake Tahoe, The Atlantis Resort Lake Tahoe, The Reno Hilton, Trump Marina Atlantic City, The El Dorado Hotel and Casino in Reno,and more.
The New Morty Show, whose debut album, "Mortyfied," (Slimstyle Records) was released in March 1998, was also featured in the Francis Ford Coppola film "Jack," starring Robin Williams. Band members open the movie in a hilarious scene filmed at Bimbo's. The band was lucky enough to have legendary Latin percussionist Pete Escevedo and two sons Peter Michael(who cerrently leads the house band for The Martin Short Show)and Juan Escevedo play with them for the film.The band has also been featured on The Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon two years in a row and has shared the stage with a variety of great acts such as The Brian Setzer Orch., Cherry Poppin Daddies, Stroke 9, The Reverend Horton Heat, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Royal Crown Review, Super Diamond, Nancy Wilson, Charo, Richard Jeni, George Shearing, Save Ferris, Harry Connik Jr, Taj Mahal, The Temptations, The Village People, the great Dick Clark and many more. The band is currently being aired on the Bravo station in a documentary called "The Joint is Jumpin" as well as a live studio audience video (similair to a Sessions at West 54th concert) that they did for the Music Max Channel in Montreal called "La Boite Du Jazz". The band is also continuously being aired on The Fox Network throughout California on a program called "Locals Only" that is sponsored by The Music Channel. They have even played a couple of Xmas parties for original "headbangers" Metallica over the years.
The New Morty Show's two long awaited lastest CD's were released in June and October of 2000. "Rigormorty"(Oct.) is again on Slimstyle Records and is hard edged and mostly original material. The other is a jazz album entitled "The New Morty Show--Straight Ahead"(June),that was released by the band on New Morty Show Records with most of the tunes superbly arranged by Sandy Magas. Both of the latest albums were produced by Jeffery Wood whos recent releases include Penelope Houston(Warner/Reprise Records) and Hank Williams III.
From the smoky hipster dives and the classy hotels on the hill,to corporate events, The New Morty Show draws a wide variety of enthusiastic fans, ranging from young punk rockers to grandparents. The members of the crowd may be different, but they are all looking for the real thing - great music and top notch entertainers putting on an incredible show that's a party for everyone.
Out of Control
The New Morty Show Lyrics
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Maxed out my credit cards, well I'm on a roll
I never sleep; I'm always awake
Any drug on the market--give me, I'll take
Help me, lord, don't know where I'm going
Or where I'll be
I'm out of control, can't you see
Or where I'll be
I'm out of control, can't you see
Can't keep a checkbook, they repoed my car
Life in the fast lane with my Cuban cigar
No one to turn to; I've burnt every bridge
I've got to tell you, man, I'm flipping my lid
Help me, lord, don't know where I'm going
Or where I'll be
I'm out of control, can't you see
Help me, lord, don't know where I'm going
Or where I'll be
I'm out of control, can't you see
Oh man, I've got the shakes, and I'm seeing (???), and then I'm coming out of my house, and some punk cracks me over the head with a baseball bat! I'm tellin' ya, life sucks!
Hey, easy with the cops!
You're under arrest. You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You're being busted for being out of control.
I've finally had it; I'm changing my ways
I'm tired of living my life living in a daze
I lay in bed at night, and all I do is cry
Hey, if I don't catch myself, I know I'm gonna die
I've tried so many ways, and they were all in vain
I'm tired of living my life living it in pain
Help me, lord, don't know where I'm going
Or where I'll be
I'm out of control, can't you see
Help me, lord, don't know where I'm going
Or where I'll be
I'm out of control, can't you see
The New Morty Show's song "Out of Control" describes a person who is caught up in a downward spiral of addiction and recklessness. The singer confesses to being unable to control his impulses, maxing out his credit cards and indulging in all sorts of drugs. He is plagued by a sense of aimlessness and despair, unable to find any direction in his life. The lyrics suggest that he has hit rock bottom and is in desperate need of help from a higher power.
The song takes a confessional tone, with the singer acknowledging his faults and pleading for assistance. The lyrics build to a climactic moment where he is arrested and taken into custody. However, even in this moment of crisis, he remains hopeful that he can turn his life around. The final verses express a newfound determination to change his ways and overcome his addiction.
Overall, "Out of Control" is a powerful testimony to the destructive power of addiction and the struggle to break free from its grip. The singer's honesty and vulnerability make the song relatable to anyone who has ever experienced feelings of hopelessness and despair.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at me, man, I'm out of control
I'm living impulsively with no boundaries in life.
Maxed out my credit cards, well I'm on a roll
I've used up all my credit and I'm living recklessly.
I never sleep; I'm always awake
I'm constantly living my life as if it's a party.
Any drug on the market--give me, I'll take
I'm willing to try any type of drug just to feel a different kind of high.
Help me, lord, don't know where I'm going Or where I'll be I'm out of control, can't you see
I'm lost and confused, and my behavior is spiraling out of control.
Can't keep a checkbook, they repoed my car Life in the fast lane with my Cuban cigar
I'm living an unstable life, can't even manage my finances, and indulging in luxuries which I can't afford.
No one to turn to; I've burnt every bridge
I've pushed away all my friends and family with my reckless behavior.
I've got to tell you, man, I'm flipping my lid
I'm losing control and I'm on the verge of a mental breakdown.
Oh man, I've got the shakes, and I'm seeing (???), and then I'm coming out of my house, and some punk cracks me over the head with a baseball bat! I'm tellin' ya, life sucks!
I'm suffering from withdrawal symptoms, and my life is a complete mess, with incidents of violence happening around me.
Hey, easy with the cops! You're under arrest. You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You're being busted for being out of control.
The authorities are taking action against me for my reckless behavior.
I've finally had it; I'm changing my ways I'm tired of living my life living in a daze
I've come to the realization that I need to change my ways.
I lay in bed at night, and all I do is cry Hey, if I don't catch myself, I know I'm gonna die I've tried so many ways, and they were all in vain I'm tired of living my life living it in pain
I'm beginning to feel the full weight of the consequences of my actions, and I'm desperate for a way out.
Contributed by Caden R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.