How The Dollyrots Succeeded by Taking Risks for Their Music, & The Reception to Night Owls

Great things never happened to those who played it safe!That is a little bit of a loaded statement, but think about all of your favorite bands and artists. They would not have gotten to that point if they didn't take a risk.That is one of the reasons why the Dollyrots have been around for so long, and we have the couple of Kelly and Luis on the podcast for you today. On this episode, we dive deep intoHow the couple has taken calculated risks all throughout their careers, that has led them to tour the world, make music, and have a family, with so many great experiences and stories to share (that many young bands can draw inspiration from).The time Kelly handed Joan Jett the band's music, and that ended up with the Dollyrots signing with Joan Jett's record label.Night Owls, the brand new album, and the theory behind why reviewers have called it "Astounding Musical Perfection."Do not miss out on this fun band and fun episode. Hit subscribe to make sure you never miss another one again.Find The Dollyrots Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedollyrotsTwitter: https://twitter.com/TheDollyrotsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedollyrots/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedollyrotsofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDollyrotsOfficialWebsite: https://www.dollyrots.comMerch: https://the-dollyrots.myshopify.comBandCamp: https://thedollyrots.bandcamp.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1TrzTUgWQlVRkoVGR0L7jy?si=9ZkazQETT_uk-YAkwvjzzAApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-dollyrots/75832164Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your order!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio):https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/Podcast Webpage:https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/Welcome: (0:00)How The Dollyrots Started, a Long Relationship Forms: (0:58)Taking Calculated Risks Now for Your Passions: (5:48)The Joan Jett Story: (11:40)The No Tattoo Story with QR Codes: (16:34)The Gang Creates Whacky Marketing Ideas: (18:20)Reaping Rewards of Calculated Risks: (24:22)Advice for Younger Bands, the Full Reality: (28:33)The Reception of Night Owls, Recorded in Only 5 Days: (32:47)The Theory of Night Owls Being So Good: (41:10)Geeking Out on Irish Goodbye: (45:15)The Dollyrots in 2024, a Preview: (48:44)Kevin's Final Thought: Take Those Risks, Understaing Both Sides: (54:24)