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
I Wish
The String Cheese Incident Lyrics
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Was a little nappy headed boy
Then my only worry
Was for Christmas what would be my toy
Even though we sometimes
Would not get a thing
We were happy with the
Joy the day would bring
To hang out with those hoodlum friends of mine
Greeted at the back door
With boy thought I told you not to go outside
Tryin' your best to bring the
Water to your eyes
Thinkin' it might stop her
From woopin' your behind
I wish those days could come back once more
Why did those days ever have to go
I wish those days could come back once more
Why did those days ever have to go
Cause I love them so
Brother says he's tellin'
'Bout you playin' doctor with that girl
Just don't tell I'll give you
Anything you want in this whole wide world
Mama gives you money for Sunday school
You trade yours for candy after church is through
Smokin' cigarettes and writing something nasty on the wall (you nasty boy)
Teacher sends you to the principal's office down the wall
You grow up and learn that kinda thing ain't right
But while you were doin'it-it sure felt outta sight
I wish those days could come back once more
Why did those days ever have to go
I wish those days could come back once more
Why did those days ever have to go
The String Cheese Incident's song "I Wish" is a sentimental and reflective piece that looks back on the joys and challenges of childhood. The opening lines evoke a sense of innocence and simplicity, as the singer recalls their childhood self as a "little nappy headed boy," whose only concern was what they would receive for Christmas. The song goes on to detail various childhood experiences, some of which are positive and some of which are negative. For instance, the singer reminisces about hanging out with their hoodlum friends and sneaking out the back door to do so, despite their parents' warnings. They also recall being punished for misbehaving and longing for the days when they felt carefree and happy.
Despite the difficulties that come with growing up, the singer ultimately longs for the return of those days. They express this wish in the song's chorus, which repeats the phrase "I wish those days could come back once more / Why did those days ever have to go / Cause I love them so." These lines suggest that the singer recognizes the temporary nature of childhood and the loss that comes with leaving it behind. They also capture the bittersweet, nostalgic feeling that many people experience when looking back on their youth.
Overall, "I Wish" is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant song that invites listeners to reflect on their own childhoods and the passage of time. Through its vivid imagery and wistful lyrics, it captures both the joys and sorrows of growing up and reminds us to cherish the fleeting moments of innocence and wonder that we can never get back.
Line by Line Meaning
Looking back on when I
Reflecting on the past, remembering a specific time
Was a little nappy headed boy
Recalling childhood memories, specifically physical appearance
Then my only worry
Thinking back to a time of lesser responsibilities
Was for Christmas what would be my toy
Reminiscing about simple childhood desires, wanting a specific gift for Christmas
Even though we sometimes
Acknowledging that sometimes things weren't perfect
Would not get a thing
Remembering times when not getting a desired object was disappointing
We were happy with the
Grateful and content with what was already had
Joy the day would bring
Finding happiness in the little things, enjoying special occasions
Sneaking out the back door
Doing something rebellious or secret
To hang out with those hoodlum friends of mine
Referring to friends who may have been troublemakers or mischievous
Greeted at the back door
Being caught and confronted for sneaking out
With boy thought I told you not to go outside
Being scolded for not following rules
Tryin' your best to bring the
Attempting to control emotions
Water to your eyes
Holding back tears
Thinkin' it might stop her
Believing that crying might prevent negative consequences
From woopin' your behind
Avoiding punishment or physical discipline
I wish those days could come back once more
Desiring to revisit specific moments in the past
Why did those days ever have to go
Questioning why time must pass and things must change
Cause I love them so
Expressing the depth of affection for certain memories
Brother says he's tellin'
Referencing a sibling's gossip
'Bout you playin' doctor with that girl
Recalling a childhood game of playing doctor
Just don't tell I'll give you
Offering something in exchange for keeping a secret
Anything you want in this whole wide world
Using bribery to try to maintain secrecy
Mama gives you money for Sunday school
Receiving money from a parent for religious education
You trade yours for candy after church is through
Choosing to trade religious teachings for something more enjoyable
Smokin' cigarettes and writing something nasty on the wall (you nasty boy)
Engaging in rebellious and inappropriate behavior
Teacher sends you to the principal's office down the wall
Being disciplined for previous behavior
You grow up and learn that kinda thing ain't right
Realizing the wrongness of previous actions in adulthood
But while you were doin'it-it sure felt outta sight
Acknowledging that while previous actions were inappropriate, they felt exciting or enjoyable at the time
I wish those days could come back once more
Again expressing a desire to relive certain moments in the past
Why did those days ever have to go
Questioning the inevitability of time passing
I wish those days could come back once more
Reiterating the desire to revisit certain memories
Why did those days ever have to go
Continuing to question the passage of time
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXANDER, PHALON / AUSTIN, JOHNTA / GRIFFIN, CORY
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