Track By Tracks: Doghouse Rose - Born To Break Even (2026)

The title track Born To Break Even is the final word on the current state of the music industry for independent bands. It’s about trying to stay relevant in an oversaturated market while still staying true to ourselves as artists.

The Order Of The Sun came from the contemplative state between awake and asleep. It’s about capturing a dream and bringing it to the realm of consciousness.

Dumpsville is the story of a character who loses some of the most important aspects of their life in one day because of addiction and then rationalizes it to themselves as being everyone else’s fault

Hollywood is a commentary on the dirty underbelly of fame and the price that celebrities have been willing to pay for it.

The Boys is about a gal who loves life, has natural talent, and inspires people to be themselves by being herself

This Thing We Started is a chapter in the book of a musical career. It reflects on how influences and lessons learned can inspire hope for the future

One More Time is all about doing what you do because you are meant to do it. Licking your wounds and getting back on the horse one more time

Anthem is a reflection of immersing yourself in a culture. It’s the comfort and excitement that come from being in a rebellious community and how it can shape your identity

It Gets Worse is about the spiral of a low period where you are self-aware of your state but unsure what to do about it. Knowing that it might actually get worse before you start to make your way through it to the other side.

Brightside reflects the harsh reality of pain and loneliness faced by a protagonist battling a life-threatening disease, while exploring themes of resilience, acceptance, and self-grace. It captures the moment when defeat gives way to embracing the unknown, suggesting that what lies ahead may ultimately be gentler than the struggles of the present.

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