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
Walk This Way
The String Cheese Incident Lyrics
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He said "You ain't seen nothin' till you're down on a muffin, then you're sure to be changin' your ways."
The cheerleader was a real young bleeder, oh the times I could reminisce
But the best things of lovin' with her sister and her cousin only started with big ol' kiss, like this
Seesaw swing with the boys in the school and your feet flyin' up in the air
Say "hey diddle diddle" with your kitty in the middle, and you swing like you didn't care
So I took a big chance at the high school dance with a missy who was ready to play
Walk this way, talk this way
Walk this way, talk this way
Walk this way, talk this way
Walk this way, talk this way
Just gimme a kiss... one little kiss on the smacker
Highschool sweetie with a classy kinda sassy and a skirt climbin' way up the knee
There was three young ladies in the school gym locker when I noticed they was lookin' at me
I was a high school loser, never made it with a lady, so the boys told me somethin' I missed
Until the next door neighbor had a daughter with a favor and it started with a little bitty kiss, like this
Seesaw swing with the boys in the school and your feet flyin' up in the air
Say, "hey diddle diddle" with your kitty in the middle, and you swing like you didn't care
So I took a big chance at the high school dance with a missy who was ready to play
Wasn't me she was foolin', I could tell what she was doin', and I knew love was here to stay when she told me to
Walk this way, talk this way
Walk this way, talk this way
Walk this way, talk this way
Walk this way, talk this way
Just gimme a kiss... I don't have cooties!
transposed by: TheDreadfulGreat
The String Cheese Incident's song "Walk This Way" is a nostalgic ode to teenage sexual awakenings and the recklessness of youth. The song incorporates risqué innuendos and suggestive language to describe the singer's encounters with various women. The lyrics describe the singer's shy persona and how he hides under the covers until his father encourages him to step out of his comfort zone and explore his sexuality. The cheerleader he reminisces about ends up introducing him to her sister and cousin, leading to a sexual encounter that only begins with a kiss. The lyrics then describe a moment at the high school dance where he takes a chance with a girl who is "ready to play." However, he quickly realizes that she is not fooling around and love is here to stay. The chorus emphasizes the importance of walking and talking a certain way and asking for a kiss.
Overall, the song Walk This Way traces the singer's sexual adventure throughout high school, using vivid language and a catchy tune. While the lyrics were certainly controversial when the song was released, it is now widely recognized as a classic rock hit.
Line by Line Meaning
Backstroke lover, always hide beneath the covers 'til I talked to my daddy, he say.
I used to be shy about love and sex until my dad gave me some advice.
He said 'You ain't seen nothin' till you're down on a muffin, then you're sure to be changin' your ways.'
My dad told me to try oral sex and it would change my perspective on romance.
The cheerleader was a real young bleeder, oh the times I could reminisce.
I have fond memories of the cheerleader who had her period during a game.
But the best things of lovin' with her sister and her cousin only started with big ol' kiss, like this.
It wasn't just the cheerleader I loved, I also hooked up with her sister and cousin after starting with a kiss.
Seesaw swing with the boys in the school and your feet flyin' up in the air.
We used to have fun on the playground seesaw, jumping up and down.
Say 'hey diddle diddle' with your kitty in the middle, and you swing like you didn't care.
We didn't care about anything but having fun, not even making sense with nonsense nursery rhymes.
So I took a big chance at the high school dance with a missy who was ready to play.
I had the opportunity to dance with a girl who was DTF.
Wasn't me she was foolin', I could tell what she was doin', and I knew love was here to stay when she told me to.
She wasn't playing me, I could tell she was interested in me too and when she spoke, I knew it was the real deal.
Walk this way, talk this way, just gimme a kiss... one little kiss on the smacker.
She asked me to act cool and follow her lead, but I just wanted a kiss.
Highschool sweetie with a classy kinda sassy and a skirt climbin' way up the knee.
I started seeing a girl in high school who was classy yet sassy and wore a short skirt.
There was three young ladies in the school gym locker when I noticed they was lookin' at me.
I caught the attention of three girls in the locker room.
I was a high school loser, never made it with a lady, so the boys told me somethin' I missed.
I was a virgin in high school and my friends caught me up with some advice that helped me out.
Until the next door neighbor had a daughter with a favor and it started with a little bitty kiss, like this.
I got with my neighbor's daughter and it all started with a small kiss.
Just gimme a kiss... I don't have cooties!
I just wanted a kiss and reassured her that I didn't have cooties.
Contributed by Emma Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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