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Tonight: Papadosio


Before Papadosio's set at Summer Camp Music Festival back in May, Anthony Thogmartin (lead singer, lyricist, and guitar) made a quick speech lamenting how they wish they were attending the Million March Against Monsanto. I paused, shot up from my supine position and stood at attention, shocked. Next, the group started a chant: "No, no, GMO" that rang throughout the several thousand people that were gathered to see them play. I was awed and inspired that a group would take the time to create awareness of the company some like to call Monsatan. Everyone was into it, even if they didn't know what they were shouting.

This is the kind of feel-good that comes from Papadosio's music, a sincere dedication to our world beyond the chaotic dance. Born out of Athens, Ohio, and now migrated to Asheville, North Carolina, Papadosio brings a progressive sound mixed with ethereal extended solos and layers of technological bliss. Their latest double album, T.E.T.I.O.S, or To End The Illusion of Separation, is an inspiring and intelligent commentary on the shift, a new paradigm--"Dream out loud/ make no sound/ find your cloud/and ride it round."

To experience the magic all you need is $17, a smile, and a teleportation device to Town Ballroom. 






Tonight: Papadosio

Wanna dance around like a fool tonight? Head to Nietzsche's, then, for Athens, Ohio's Papadosio, a band that does the electro-jam thing as good as anybody. Think Lotus and the Disco Biscuits crossed with your favorite DJ. Self-described as "conscious, mind-expanding dance music that purposely defies classification," Papadosio hits the stage at 10 p.m. tonight. Admission is $15.



luke hammill



Tonight: Papadosio


Often, the label “jam band” is applied disparagingly: there's a lot of lackluster Phish-wannabes out there. The term might, unfortunately, be the best classification for Athens, Ohio's Papadosio, but don't let that discourage you from checking them out. Though some of their improvisation breaks might get a little bit string-cheesy, they also bring enough rich electro, acid jazz, and dance ingredients to create a delectable whole. Listen to the track “You and Yourself,” get into it, then make the trip down to see them blast it out at Mohawk Place tonight ($15 adv/$17 door, 8pm).


You and Yourself by papadosio

steve gordon