"From the prairie city of Saskatoon, Canada come the Sheepdogs, 4 young gentlemen who revel in the joy of rock n roll so wholeheartedly, it's downright contagious. Sporting the long-haired looks of their musical forefathers, the lads make the most of their 2 guitars, bass and drums combo. Soulful vocalizations, everybody harmonizing, old-school guitar chops winding, riffing and chiming, and a grooving rhythm section that keeps it all going. Having already cemented their reputation as dynamic performers in their hometown, the Sheepdogs now turn their attention to spreading their affection for rock n roll cross-country. They have spent the last year covering the great white north, playing from Vancouver island to Montreal. They have played festivals, headlined a bill during 2007's Junofest, opened for the likes of Matt Mays and el Torpedo, and performed before thousands at 2006's Saskatoon Centennial Celebration. In January 2007 they released their debut LP Trying to Grow, a collection of guitar-driven originals that recall classic rockers like the Stones, CCR, and the Kinks. The album's title-track was featured in a province-wide campaign in their native Saskatchewan. Early 2008 has already seen the completion of their follow-up album, which mixes elements of southern rock and moody soul with gleeful straight-forward rockers. Once again, the boys are hitting the road, spreading their rock n roll revival to the rest of Canada."
-Bill Shakespeare, August 2007
Band Lineup:
Ewan Currie - lead vocals, guitar
Leot Hanson - backing vocals, guitar
Ryan Gullen - backing vocals, bass
Sam Corbett - backing vocals, drums
http://www.thesheepdogs.com/
Downtown
The Sheepdogs Lyrics
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Break those plans, don't say maybe
It's good to feel alive
And waste away your time
Close your eyes, my sweet baby
It's a crazy time, it won't change me
Try to understand
A diamond in your hand
Tonight
Downtown, what's that sound?
A million people running on the ground
Head back, keep it black
I keep all my money in a paper bag
Tonight's the night, come on baby
Wonder why you can't save me
Try to understand
I'm a complicated man
You try and split the band
Tonight
Downtown, what's that sound?
A million people running on the ground
Head back, keep it black
I keep all my money in a paper bag
Downtown, what's that sound?
A million people running on the ground
Head back, keep it black
I keep all my money in a paper bag
Man down, what's that sound?
A million people running on the ground
Head back, keep it black
I keep all my money in a paper bag
In the opening verses of The Sheepdogs's song "Downtown", the singer invites his partner to abandon their plans and join him outside in the midst of a crazy time. He asks her to close her eyes and feel alive, to waste away their time, and to appreciate the fact that he is a complicated man with a diamond in her hand. As the song progresses, the chorus repeats the phrases "Downtown, what's that sound?" and "A million people running on the ground", suggesting a frenzied, urban atmosphere. The singer declares that he keeps all his money in a paper bag, hinting at a disregard for conventional success and a preference for a simpler, more immediate lifestyle. The song concludes with the repeated line "Man down, what's that sound?", again emphasizing a sense of chaos and turmoil.
The overall message of "Downtown" appears to center around the theme of living in the moment and embracing the unpredictability of life. The singer encourages his partner to break free from the routines and expectations of society, to appreciate the beauty of the world, and to recognize that they themselves are unique and valuable. Though the lyrics offer little explicit detail about the singer's personal situation, the impression given is one of confidence and liberation, a celebration of small pleasures amidst a sea of chaos.
Line by Line Meaning
Come outside, my sweet baby
I'm inviting you to come out with me
Break those plans, don't say maybe
Don't hesitate, let's ditch whatever you have planned
It's good to feel alive
We should enjoy life to the fullest
And waste away your time
We don't need to have a strict schedule, let's just relax
Close your eyes, my sweet baby
Trust me, let go of your worries
It's a crazy time, it won't change me
The world may be chaotic, but I'll remain the same person
Try to understand
I want you to see things from my perspective
I'm a complicated man
I have many layers to my personality
A diamond in your hand
I'm a valuable person, don't take me for granted
Tonight
This is the night we should live our lives to the fullest
Downtown, what's that sound?
Let's go to the city and experience the energy of the crowd
A million people running on the ground
The city is bustling with activity
Head back, keep it black
Let's stay cool and stylish
I keep all my money in a paper bag
I don't need fancy things to be happy
Tonight's the night, come on baby
Let's make this a memorable evening
Wonder why you can't save me
I may need saving, but not tonight
You try and split the band
Don't try to come between us, we're stronger together
Man down, what's that sound?
There may be chaos around us, but we'll keep going
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HARLEY WEBSTER, DAVID NEIL BLAKE TREAHEARN, HARLEY THOMAS WEBSTER, ROBERT JAMES HAGGETT
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marilyn manson is fat
This is what I want. A band that makes music. Give me more of bands like this one here.
These guys are sincere in their music because they have taste. Taste means variety of influences and loving what you do. You do it for you and then if you're any good people will like it too. I'm tired of having bands that all sound identically bad shoveled down my throat because posers love it and have no taste. Sick to death of it. Just give me real music and don't spew your politics at me and I'm happy.
TheJonBurrows
These guys are great..so refreshing in their retro-sound and all are awesome musicians....the bass player is just amazing....he really rocks this hard
CPWindsorsub
Being a classic rock nut I have great respect for these guys bringing back that classic rock sound.
Dave Perkins
Format b socks and sandals
Wisse Wester
you should check out monster truck, the wild, and the black keys
CPWindsorsub
@0Camron0 Lol I had to do harmony in music last semester.
joelouis
That's what I tell errbody. guys look! fuckn harmony! remember harmony!?!? lol
CPWindsorsub
@Josh Nixon Yeah I can see that.
Hillcrest Games
Love it! Can't wait to get the album, hopefully at a show.
I want Vida Blue on the next album. ;)
clint dueck
Great sound, I love this band.