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Ball And Chain (Social Distortion Song)
"Ball and Chain" is a song by Southern California punk rock band Social Distortion. Written by Mike Ness Michael Daniel Ness (born April 3, 1962) is an American musician who is the lead guitarist, vocalist and songwriter for the punk rock band Social Distortion, which was formed in 1978. Early life Ness was born in Lynn, Massachusetts on April ... in 1987, it is featured on their self-titled album released in 1990, as well as on '' Live at the Roxy'' (1998). In the words of Ness, "Ball and Chain" is "a hard luck story," a forceful cry, a lament, a plea, a "folk prayer."Mike Ness, Liner Notes, ''Live at the Roxy'' The music video was directed by Tony van den Ende and edited by Scott C. Wilson. References 1990 songs Social Distortion songs Epic Records singles Songs written by Mike Ness Songs about alcohol Songs about drugs Songs about prison {{1990s-rock-song-stub ...
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Social Distortion
Social Distortion is an American punk rock band formed in 1978 in Fullerton, California. The band currently consists of Mike Ness (lead vocals, lead guitar), Jonny Wickersham (rhythm guitar, backing vocals), Brent Harding (bass, backing vocals), David Hidalgo Jr. (drums), and David Kalish (keyboards). Starting as a hardcore punk band in the late 1970s to the early 1980s, Social Distortion went on a temporary hiatus in the mid-1980s, due to Ness's drug addiction and troubles with the law which resulted in extended stints in various rehabilitation centers that lasted for two years. Following their reformation, the band has shifted its style to a country, blues and early rock and roll-influenced style of punk. Since its inception, the band's lineup has seen significant turnover, with Ness as the only constant member. After years of performing, Social Distortion continues to tour and record music. To date, Social Distortion has released seven full-length studio albums, two co ...
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Songs About Alcohol
A song is a musical composition intended to be performed by the human voice. This is often done at distinct and fixed pitches (melodies) using patterns of sound and silence. Songs contain various forms, such as those including the repetition and variation of sections. Written words created specifically for music, or for which music is specifically created, are called lyrics. If a pre-existing poem is set to composed music in classical music it is an art song. Songs that are sung on repeated pitches without distinct contours and patterns that rise and fall are called chants. Songs composed in a simple style that are learned informally "by ear" are often referred to as folk songs. Songs that are composed for professional singers who sell their recordings or live shows to the mass market are called popular songs. These songs, which have broad appeal, are often composed by professional songwriters, composers, and lyricists. Art songs are composed by trained classical composers fo ...
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Songs Written By Mike Ness
A song is a musical composition intended to be performed by the human voice. This is often done at distinct and fixed pitches (melodies) using patterns of sound and silence. Songs contain various forms, such as those including the repetition and variation of sections. Written words created specifically for music, or for which music is specifically created, are called lyrics. If a pre-existing poem is set to composed music in classical music it is an art song. Songs that are sung on repeated pitches without distinct contours and patterns that rise and fall are called chants. Songs composed in a simple style that are learned informally "by ear" are often referred to as folk songs. Songs that are composed for professional singers who sell their recordings or live shows to the mass market are called popular songs. These songs, which have broad appeal, are often composed by professional songwriters, composers, and lyricists. Art songs are composed by trained classical composers fo ...
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Epic Records Singles
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Social Distortion Songs
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1990 Songs
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Live At The Roxy (Social Distortion Album)
''Live at the Roxy'' is a live album by American punk rock band Social Distortion. It was released in 1998, on the independent label Time Bomb label. It is the last Social Distortion release to feature founding rhythm guitarist Dennis Danell, who died in 2000. John Moore of ''New Noises'' referred to ''Live at the Roxy'' as one of the best live punk rock albums of all time. Personnel *Mike Ness lead guitar, lead vocals *Dennis Danell rhythm guitar *John Maurer bass guitar, backing vocals *Chuck Biscuits percussion Track listing All songs written by Mike Ness unless otherwise noted. #" Story of My Life" – 6:00 #" Bad Luck" – 4:27 #"Under My Thumb" (Jagger-Richards) – 2:51 #" Prison Bound" – 6:36 #"Mommy's Little Monster" – 4:05 #"Mass Hysteria" – 3:23 #"The Creeps" ( Danell, Ness) – 3:03 #" Another State of Mind" – 2:51 #" Let it Be Me" – 4:29 #"No Pain, No Gain" – 3:24 #"Cold Feelings" – 3:54 #"Telling Them" – 3:58 #" I Was Wrong" – 4:01 #"1945" – 3:00 ...
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Ring Of Fire (song)
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Social Distortion (album)
''Social Distortion'' is the third studio album by the American punk rock band of the same name, released on March 27, 1990, through Epic Records, their first recording on that label. The album furthered the rockabilly, blues and country music experimentation of their previous album with songs like "Drug Train" and the radio hit "Ball and Chain". The focus on the alternative rock scene helped bring attention to ''Social Distortion''. The singles " Story of My Life" and "Ball and Chain" were able to find an audience on alternative rock radio and on MTV. ''Social Distortion'' was one of the band's most successful albums to date, and their first to enter the ''Billboard'' 200; the release peaked at number 128. The album has been certified gold by the RIAA in the United States. By 1996, ''Social Distortion'' had sold at least 250,000 copies, becoming the band's second best-selling album in the United States (their next album ''Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell'' sold 296,000 copies ...
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Story Of My Life (Social Distortion Song)
"Story of My Life" is a 1990 song by Social Distortion, written by Mike Ness, which was released as a single and also appeared on their self-titled album as well as '' Live at the Roxy''. The song describes looking back wistfully on life, a love interest he had as a teenager, and how things have changed and how quickly his life (and the opportunity) has passed him by. Track listing #"Story of My Life" #"1945" #"Mommy's Little Monster" #"Pretty Thing" #"Shame on Me" Personnel *Mike Ness – vocals, lead guitar *Dennis Danell – rhythm guitar, backing vocals *John Maurer – bass guitar, backing vocals *Christopher Reece – drums TV, movie, and video game appearances * Theme song for the short-lived TV show ''Surviving Jack'' * ''Reality Bites'', starring Winona Ryder * ''Orange County'', starring Colin Hanks and Jack Black * ''Life or Something Like It'', starring Angelina Jolie * ''The Break-Up'', starring Vince Vaughn and Jennifer Aniston * Trailer for '' Stranger than Fiction ...
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Dave Jerden
Dave Jerden is an American record producer, engineer, and mixer who has worked with artists in various genres including alternative rock, punk rock and metal. However, Jerden has stated that he dislikes the term "producer", preferring to refer to himself primarily as an engineer.Bosco, Joe, “Production Legend Dave Jerden on 13 Career-Defining Records,” ''Music Radar,'' accessed February 1, 2015, http://www.musicradar.com/news/guitars/production-legend-dave-jerden-on-13-career-defining-records-586973/. Jerden developed his engineering and mixing skills at Eldorado Recording Studios in Hollywood, California, beginning in the late 1970s. He engineered and mixed acclaimed and successful records by artists such as Talking Heads, David Byrne, Frank Zappa, Mick Jagger, The Rolling Stones and many others. His career as a producer emerged in the late 1980s, beginning with albums by Jane's Addiction and Alice in Chains. Music Radar stated that these albums went against the prevailing ...
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