After several US tours, a European tour, and numerous releases, they disbanded in May 2003. Before officially breaking up, Pg.99 booked Steve Albini of Shellac and Big Black as their producer for a follow-up to Document #8. Guitarist Mike Taylor cited struggles with maintaining a large line-up due to schedule conflicts, and issues with drinking as major reasons for why Pg. 99 broke up. Taylor also said, "It was like a dysfunctional family where a group of people needed to give each other some space and clarity."
Two releases completed before the group's break up have yet to see light: a DVD compiling various live footage, and a split 10" with City of Caterpillar containing both bands' last songs recorded.
Four of the members would go on to perform in Pygmy Lush.
Some of their members also played in City of Caterpillar, an unorthodox gloomy style of screamo / post-hardcore, and Mannequin, a grunge-influence punk rock band.
After the demise of both pg.99 & City of Caterpillar in 2003, Malady was formed featuring members of both bands. Several members of pg.99 currently play in the bands Haram and Pygmy Lush.
Band members:
Chris Taylor - vocals / (most) artwork (document 1 - 13)
Blake Midgette - vocals (document 1 -13)
Mike Taylor - guitar (document 1 - 13)
George Crum - guitar (documents 1 - 9, 12 - 13)
Mike Casto - guitar (document 3 - 10)
Jonathan Moore - guitar guitar (document 12 - 13)
Brandon Evans - bass / vocals / (occasional) artwork (document 7 - 13)
Kevin Longendyke - bass (document 9, 12, 13), guitar (document 10)
TL Smoot - bass (document 1 - 4)
Cory Stevenson - bass (document 5 - 8)
Mike Widman - bass (document 10)
Jonny Ward - drums / percussion (document 1 - 13)
Jeff - noise (document 3 - 5)
The List
Pg.99 Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
People who decided it wasn′t for them
Did they really make that decision?
Conditioning runs deep in the U.S.A.
Teenage rebellion is just fine as long as you stop once you turn eighteen
Thousands of punks turned to society's tools
There is something in their eyes
You can tell they sold out
Sure it starts there. But why does it end?
And the list is thousands long
What other life is there besides a life of freedom?
Never give in
Never give up
When boredom sets in
Think of the young kids who we once were
That enthusiasm is still there
You look around
What do you see?
One to replace every five that leave
And the list is millions long
But, lately I see an upsurgency
Back to old values of dedication and fuking rebellion
Perhaps the list is only hundreds long.
The song "The List" by Pg.99 is a commentary on the punk lifestyle and how it is often romanticized as an image of teenage rebellion, but eventually leads to conformity and selling out. The list mentioned in the lyrics refers to the thousands and millions of individuals who have chosen to abandon the punk lifestyle, but questions the sincerity of their decision. The lyrics speculate whether they chose this path or if they were conditioned to conform to society's expectations. The song also highlights the importance of never giving up and staying true to the enthusiasm and rebellious spirit of one's youth.
The lyrics suggest that punk is more than just a teenage phase or rebellion, but a way of life that should be embraced with dedication and authenticity. The song acknowledges the reality that many punks eventually abandon the lifestyle and conform to societal norms, but questions whether this is a genuine choice or a result of conditioning. The lyrics urge listeners to never give up and stay true to the punk spirit, reminding them of the enthusiasm and rebelliousness of their youth.
Line by Line Meaning
The list is thousands long
There are thousands of people who have decided that punk rock isn't for them.
People who decided it wasn′t for them
These people have actively chosen to step away from the punk rock lifestyle.
Did they really make that decision?
The lyrics question whether these individuals really made a conscious choice, or if societal conditioning influenced them.
Conditioning runs deep in the U.S.A.
American society has a powerful influence on the decisions and viewpoints of individuals living within it.
Teenage rebellion is just fine as long as you stop once you turn eighteen
Rebelling against societal norms is acceptable during teenage years, but eventually, conformity is expected.
Thousands of punks turned to society's tools
Thousands of people who were once part of the punk rock lifestyle have assimilated to societal norms.
There is something in their eyes
Their demeanor and appearance indicate that they have compromised their punk rock values.
You can tell they sold out
Their actions reveal that they betrayed the punk rock philosophy.
Remember punk is more than teenage rebellion
Punk rock is a lifestyle and worldview that extends beyond adolescent rebellion.
Sure it starts there. But why does it end?
The artist questions why some people abandon punk rock after their teenage years, rather than continuing to adhere to its values.
And the list is thousands long
The list of people who have abandoned punk rock is extensive.
What other life is there besides a life of freedom?
The artist suggests that punk rock represents a life of freedom and questions the appeal of any other existence.
Never give in
The artist encourages adhering to punk rock values, rather than conforming to societal norms.
Never give up
The artist urges people to persist in the face of challenge and adversity.
When boredom sets in
During moments of boredom and monotony
Think of the young kids who we once were
Recall the youthful enthusiasm and passion that inspired us to embrace punk rock.
That enthusiasm is still there
The passion and enthusiasm that inspired us to embrace punk rock remains within us.
You look around. What do you see?
The artist prompts the listener to look around and think about how many people adhere to punk rock values.
One to replace every five that leave
For every five people who turn their back on punk rock, one new adherent may emerge.
And the list is millions long
The list of people who have embraced punk rock is extensive.
But, lately I see an upsurgency
Recently, the artist has perceived a resurgence in the popularity of punk rock.
Back to old values of dedication and fuking rebellion
This resurgence is characterized by a renewed emphasis on punk rock's traditional values of dedication and rebellion.
Perhaps the list is only hundreds long.
As a result of this resurgence, the list of people who have abandoned punk rock may not be as extensive as previously thought.
Contributed by David D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Traductus5972
Not just a punk song, its a Filth cover, probably one of the best crust bands ever.
The DanFiFam
woah, chill everyone. everyone with a bit of mind knows that crust punk and screamo developed hand in hand, and influenced each other in the creation of those (brilliant) genres. You can definitely hear some harsh crust influences on bands like page ninetynine, and the other way around too.
Alexandria Coker
amazing band
Traductus5972
One of the best filth covers ever
JT
you can tell the crust influence as soon as the guitar makes the first chord
Dustin Ridgeway
The Best band.
Donrickytheonlyone
this song fits my mom perfectly
crusader651
iamxnex another thing to note is how the genre an artist is mostly decided by the artist doing the artwork. pg.99 for it's part complained that all those songs were nothing but punk rock. you should listen to the whole album and will understand that even when none of the current crap. there was lenghty discussion about it.
DEveSA
Best album ever
nullptr
awesome song bro