The Decemberists are an American indie rock band from Portland, Oregon. The band consists of Colin Meloy, Chris Funk, Jenny Conlee, Nate Query, and John Moen. Their debut EP, 5 Songs, was self-released in 2001. Their eighth and latest full-length album I'll Be Your Girl was released on March 16, 2018 by Capitol Records, and is the band's fifth record with the label. In addition to their lyrics, which often focus on historical incidents and/or folklore, the Decemberists are also well known for their eclectic live shows. Audience participation is a part of each performance, typically during encores. The band stages whimsical reenactments of sea battles and other centuries-old events, typically of regional interest, or acts out songs with members of the crowd. In 2011, the track "Down by the Water" from the album The King Is Dead was nominated for Best Rock Song at the 54th Grammy Awards.
| Origin | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| Genres | Indie rock, baroque pop, indie pop, indie folk, alternative rock, folk rock, orchestral pop |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Labels | Kill Rock Stars, Capitol, Hush Records |
| Members | Colin Meloy, Chris Funk, Jenny Conlee, Nate Query, John Moen |
| Past members | Jesse Emerson, Ezra Holbrook, Rachel Blumberg, Petra Haden |
About The Decemberists
Grammy nominated for the song "Down By the Water" off the album The King Is Dead, this indie rock group released other notable albums titled Picaresque and The Crane Wife.
Achievement of The Decemberists
They performed on the 6th season finale of the NBC comedy series Parks and Recreation.
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Latest information about The Decemberists updated on July 28 2021.
