Led by parents Ken and Meg, a chaotically dysfunctional family band traverses the country in a cramped tour bus sacrificing privacy, comfort and dignity while in search of fame and fortune.

After Ken makes a critial miscalculation, the Swallow family pairs off in an attempt to win air time on a talent search television show.

The Swallows attempt to button up their act to participate in a family-friendly music festival. A war of sabotage ensues when Ken and Meg run into their former musical rivals.