From playing local gigs at ski resorts in exchange for free lift tickets, the band is composed of Michael Kang (acoustic/electric mandolin, electric guitar, and violin), Michael Travis (drums and percussion), Bill Nershi (acoustic guitar, lap steel guitar, and electric slide guitar), Kyle Hollingsworth (piano, organ, Rhodes, and accordion), and Keith Moseley (bass guitar), and, in 2006, Jason Hann (auxiliary percussion).
The String Cheese Incident has been described as a democratic ensemble rather than a band, since all of the members contribute their own original compositions to the group’s burgeoning library and share the vocal burden on a number of cover versions as well as their own songs. If a de facto leader had to be named, such a title would probably fall upon Nershi, who is responsible for the bulk of the group’s original song library.
From their management, Madison House Inc.:
"The String Cheese Incident has emerged as one of America’s most significant independent bands. Born in 1993 in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, SCI has since released 6 albums, 3 DVDs and countless live recordings from their relentless tour schedule. Their 14 year history is packed full of surreal experiences, epic moments, groundbreaking involvement and huge accomplishments. They have been recognized for their commitment to musical creativity and integrity, for their community spirit, philanthropic endeavors, and for their innovative approach to the business of music.
When The String Cheese Incident’s growth first started gaining momentum over a decade ago, when the internet was just beginning to take hold and the major-label business model was failing, the band decided to make music on their own terms.
Since then, The String Cheese Incident has gone on to carve out a completely different approach to the business of music; they are truly pioneers of a new way of “making a band.” With the World Wide Web as their tool, SCI was among the first artists to disseminate information via the internet, such as tour dates, release information, and other news, to their growing fan base. Rather than doing business on such terms as “the bottom line,” The String Cheese Incident put their music and their fans first, opening companies of their own, including a ticketing company, a merchandise company and a fan travel agency, to best serve their community. The band’s record label, SCI Fidelity Records, has always operated under the same ideals. Even early on, SCI Fidelity embraced downloadable music and file sharing, delivering SCI’s “On the Road” series, where every show the band plays is made available for download on the internet. Whether they realized it at the time or not, The String Cheese Incident was inventing grassroots band development. Today, literally hundreds of bands are using some version of this same approach to building a band.
The String Cheese Incident’s commitment goes well beyond their immediate community, and even beyond the music community as a whole. Early on, the band took a serious interest in giving back to the communities that they visited, and they were among the first performers to encourage “Green” shows and tours. SCI’s support has helped give rise to such not-for-profit organizations as Conscious Alliance, Rock the Earth, and Head Count. In 2002, when the band’s right to sell tickets to their own shows became threatened by ticketing giant Ticketmaster, the band stood strong for the independent music community and filed a lawsuit against the company. All the while, The String Cheese Incident has stayed committed to music as a creative endeavor, not just in their recordings but also in their live performances. The list of SCI’s special guests and collaborators is long and diverse. Their annual events such as Horning’s Hideout, and holiday shows such as New Year’s and Halloween, have helped redefine the concert experience and has garnered the band a reputation as live music vibe innovators."
Some side groups are eoto, zilla with Jamie Janover, Zuvuya, Honkytonk Homeslice, Billy nershi's Plue Planet, Pangaea, The Trancident & Keller Williams with Moseley Droll and Sipe
'Round the Wheel
The String Cheese Incident Lyrics
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I've been waiting for the snow to fall
I've been waiting for the snow to fall
I've been waiting for the snow to fall
And cover us all
Yeah, I've been waiting for the snow to fall
I've been watching the moon as it grows
I've been watching the moon as it grows
And shines down below
I've been looking deep into your eyes
I've been looking deep into your eyes
I've been looking deep into your eyes
you'll never be mine
[Chorus]
[Repeat: x2]
I've been spinning 'round the wheel of life
I've been spinning 'round the wheel of life
and I made one more night
Yeah, I've been spinning 'round the wheel of life
The String Cheese Incident’s song ‘Round the Wheel’ talks about waiting for the snow to fall, watching the moon as it grows and looking deep into someone’s eyes. The song is divided into two parts, the chorus and the repeating verse. The chorus talks about the singer waiting for the snow to cover everything up. The first verse describes the singer watching the moon and its light shining down below, possibly giving a feeling of hope or guidance. The second verse describes the singer looking in the eyes of someone they won’t have, suggesting a certain sadness and longing for something that won’t be fulfilled.
The repeating verse “I’ve been spinning 'round the wheel of life” suggests that the singer is aware that life is constantly moving and changing, and they’ve been part of this cycle for some time. The last line “and I made one more night,” reinforces the idea that each day is another cycle, and the singer has made it through another one.
Overall, the song seems to be about the cyclical nature of life and accepting that some things cannot be controlled or obtained. It’s a reflective and contemplative song that evokes feelings of melancholy and introspection.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been waiting for the snow to fall
I've been anticipating the arrival of something that could drastically change our current environment.
And cover us all
And blanket every aspect of our surroundings with its presence.
I've been watching the moon as it grows
I've been observing the natural progression of something that may appear dormant or inactive at first.
And shines down below
And illuminates the lower surroundings with its captivating and mesmerizing light.
I've been looking deep into your eyes
I've been searching for a deeper understanding of your character and your true motivations.
you'll never be mine
I've come to the realization that you and I are not meant to be together in that way.
I've been spinning 'round the wheel of life
I've been experiencing the cyclical nature of existence, with its ups and downs, that we all must endure.
and I made one more night
And I have survived yet another day, even though life may be unpredictable and sometimes unkind.
Yeah, I've been spinning 'round the wheel of life
Yes, I have been caught up in the constant cycle of birth, death, and rebirth that is an inevitable part of our human journey.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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Dana Wright
on Water
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Dana Wright
on Water
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