Sally

Kerbdog

About Sally

"Sally" is a song by Kerbdog and a single released on September 9, 1996, taken from their second album On the Turn recorded in 1995 by GGGarth at Sound City Studios and A&M Studios in Los Angeles. The single was released on three different CD singles, each with two different B-sides, all of which were recorded in 1996 by Pete Hofman. A promo video for "Sally" was also filmed in London.


Year:
1997
3:56
137 
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Kerbdog

Kerbdog are an alternative rock band from Kilkenny, Ireland who formed in 1991. Following two albums released on Mercury Records, the band split up in 1998. Since 2005 the band have reformed for a series of occasional one-off performances in Ireland and England, with no further tours or recording planned. more »

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Release Information
"Sally" is a song by the Irish alternative metal band, Kerbdog. This band formed in 1991 and was known for blending grunge and heavy metal influences.
Album Details
The song "Sally" is from their self-titled debut album, "Kerbdog," which was released in 1994. The band's debut album received positive reviews from critics for its distinctive sound and heavy guitar riffs.
Song Popularity
"Sally" is one of the most recognized and popular tracks by Kerbdog. Despite not being an international chart-topper, the song has amassed quite a cult following.
Lyrics
"Sally" showcases the band’s dark and introspective lyrical content. It stands out as a testament to the band's ability for poignant, moody songwriting that sees the everyday with a sense of heaviness and melancholia.
Music Video
The video for "Sally" was directed by Irish filmmaker, Jim Sheridan. This collaboration added another feather in Kerbdog's cap, as Sheridan is internationally acclaimed for his movies and documentaries.
Live Performances
"Sally" was a staple in Kerbdog’s live performances. It demonstrates the band's dynamism in a live setting, emphasizing the hard-hitting drums and layered, grungy guitars that became signatures of their sound.
Songwriting
Commenting on the songwriting process, frontman Cormac Battle noted that many of Kerbdog's songs, including "Sally," were written while the band was still in high school, showcasing their early talent.
Legacy
Despite Kerbdog not reaching the grand heights of some of their grunge and alternative peers, "Sally" has ensured that their legacy lives on. The song is often cited by fans and critics alike as a standout piece of 90s alternative rock.
Cover Versions
Many Irish bands have covered "Sally" during their live performances, testifying to the song’s enduring popularity within the Irish rock scene.
Reunion Shows
During Kerbdog's reunion shows in 2005 and then again in 2011 and 2012, "Sally" was celebrated by fans as a high point of their setlist. This song's popularity never waned, even after the band's initial split.

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