Old Dog New Tricks (Lyrics)

Started 1991
Oh man that year was so much fun
Going to the local shows
The Utah ska scene had just blown
Forever changing who I am
I'd like to think I'm still that man
Praises to Swim Herschel Swim
To relive that again it's going to take an

Old Dog New Tricks
Old Dog New Tricks

From Stretch to Catfische to Hoo Ray Who?
Insatiable, Sturgeon, Model Citizen too
From Provo to Ogden to SLC
90's was the best of the local scene
I want to bring that magic back
Something different from the same old tracks
New indie, pop, and rock is cool
But I want to dip my toes in that old school pool like an

Old Dog New Tricks
Old Dog New Tricks

Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!
Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!

Wouldn't it be nice to see that again
Living it up like their parents did
When it's all about skankin the night away
Not a worry in sight all's A-Okay!

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🎷 **Song Description: "Old Dog New Tricks"**  
*Genre: Ska | Theme: Nostalgia & Revival | Artist: Z Frequency*

“Old Dog New Tricks” is a high-energy ska tribute to the golden era of Utah’s local scene in the 1990s. With punchy horns, upbeat rhythms, and a wink of rebellion, Z Frequency channels the spirit of skank pits and DIY venues from Provo to Salt Lake City. It’s a love letter to the bands that shaped a generation—Swim Herschel Swim, Stretch, Catfische, and more—while calling for a revival of that raw, unfiltered magic.

🎺 **Musical Vibe**  
- Classic ska instrumentation: trumpet, sax, bass, drums, and vocals  
- Call-and-response choruses and infectious “Hey! Hey!” chants  
- A groove that makes you want to dance, reminisce, and rally

🕶️ **Lyrical Themes**  
- **Local Legacy**: Shoutouts to iconic Utah ska bands and venues  
- **Generational Echo**: Living it up like the parents did, carefree and loud  
- **Cultural Commentary**: A playful jab at modern indie/pop, craving the grit of old-school ska  
- **Personal Identity**: Holding onto the roots that shaped the artist’s journey

🎯 **Key Lyric**  
> “I want to dip my toes in that old school pool like an / Old Dog New Tricks”

🎤 **Lineup**  
- Zak Davis – Vocals  
- Matt Allen – Trumpet/Vocals  
- Rick Anderson – Bass/Guitar  
- Mike Lomax – Drums  
- Zach Craigle – Sax  

Whether you lived it or missed it, this track invites you to skank your way back to the glory days—and maybe spark a new wave while you're at it.


Old Dog New Tricks

A genre-defying band from Layton, Utah, skillfully blends rock, reggae, ska, and alternative music to create a unique sound. Founded in 2024 by Zak Davis.

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