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Revision as of 16:28, July 11, 2011
Cultural References
- The episode title is a pun on "How I Spent My Summer Vacation", which is the title of a 1997 romantic comedy film as well as an often-assigned topic in school writing assignments (particularly at the start of fall term).
- It could also be considered a reference to Joe Strummer, rhythm guitarist and lead singer of The Clash.
Trivia
- In the UK, this episode is called 'My Strummer Vacation'.
- The Rolling Stones welcome everyone to Rock 'n' Roll Camp by playing the opening chords of their song "Start Me Up."
- When Elvis Costello takes Homer's guitar and drives back to get the pick the guitar changes color from red to a mustard sort of color.
- After Homer and his gang get their instruments (all guitars)... and started singing, Homer's guitar changes form and color.
- The Gracie Sound is Mick Jagger shouting "Simpsoooon!"
- As the end credits roll, behind the scenes of the rock stars recording their voices are shown.
