Papadosio is a five member band from Athens, Ohio. The band members are: An… Read Full Bio ↴Papadosio is a five member band from Athens, Ohio. The band members are: Anthony Thogmartin on guitar, keys, vocals; Billy Brouse on keys and vocals; Mike Healy on drums; and Rob McConnell on bass, vocals and a recent new addition of Sam Brouse on keys and vocals as well.

While they are most often classified as a jam band, their music spans many genres and it all has an original edge. Papadosio is a one of a kind, earthy, livetronica act. They are very much in favor the evolution of humanity, in terms of love for one another and this earth, and this all shines through in their music. They have some funky basslines and awesome audio engineering by thogmartin and brouse. In combination, their sound definitely gets people moving and stirs some souls.

The Wrong Nostalgia
Papadosio Lyrics

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What happened to the corduroys?
And the middle finger
From the flannel boys
Who bought my station?
Who sold my tapes?
Who lets these assholes on the airwaves?

With the wrong nostaglia I have made my case.

But then again there isn′t anything I wouldn't do to
Get through to you.
Who bought my station?

Who sold my tapes?
Who lets these assholes on the airwaves?

Overall Meaning

In this song, Papadosio is expressing frustration with the current state of the music industry. The first two lines refer to fashion and the rebellious spirit of the grunge era of the 1990s, specifically referencing corduroys, middle fingers, and flannel shirts. These were popular trends among bands and their fans who were pushing back against the mainstream, corporate music culture. However, these symbols of rebellion seem to have disappeared with the changing times.

The anger is then directed towards the industry itself, questioning who is in control of the airwaves and allowing for certain artists to gain popularity while others are ignored. The singer seems to feel that the nostalgia of the past is incorrect and that perhaps the music industry has lost touch with its original purpose - to provide the world with fresh, innovative, boundary-pushing sounds. Despite the singer's frustration, there is still a desire to connect with the audience and be heard.

Overall, "The Wrong Nostalgia" speaks to the tensions between artistic integrity and commercial success. The song highlights the challenges that musicians face in a world where it is increasingly difficult to gain exposure unless you conform to industry standards. It is a call to action for those who believe in music as a powerful tool for change and self-expression.

Line by Line Meaning

What happened to the corduroys?
Where did the corduroy pants go?

And the middle finger
And the rebellious attitude

From the flannel boys
From the guys who wore flannel shirts

Who bought my station?
Who took over my radio station?

Who sold my tapes?
Who sold my music tapes?

Who lets these assholes on the airwaves?
Who allows these unpleasant people to have a voice on the radio?

With the wrong nostalgia I have made my case.
By romanticizing the past, I'm trying to prove my point.

But then again there isn't anything I wouldn't do to get through to you.
However, I am willing to do whatever it takes to make you understand my perspective.

Writer(s): Anthony Charles Thogmartin

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