Wilco is an American alternative rock band based in Chicago, Illinois. The band was formed in 1994 by the remaining members of alternative country group Uncle Tupelo following singer Jay Farrar's departure. Wilco's lineup changed frequently during its first decade, with only singer Jeff Tweedy and bassist John Stirratt remaining from the original incarnation. Since early 2004, the lineup has been unchanged, consisting of Tweedy, Stirratt, guitarist Nels Cline, multi-instrumentalist Pat Sansone, keyboard player Mikael Jorgensen, and drummer Glenn Kotche. Wilco has released eleven studio albums, a live double album, and four collaborations: three with Billy Bragg and one with The Minus 5. Wilco's music has been inspired by a wide variety of artists and styles, including Bill Fay, The Beatles and Television, and has in turn influenced music by a number of modern alternative rock acts.
| Origin | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Genres | Alternative rock, experimental rock, art rock, indie rock, alternative country |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Labels | dBpm, Nonesuch, Reprise |
| Associated acts | Uncle Tupelo, Loose Fur, Billy Bragg, The Minus 5, Son Volt, Golden Smog |
| Members | Jeff Tweedy, John Stirratt, Glenn Kotche, Mikael Jorgensen, Nels Cline, Pat Sansone |
| Past members | Ken Coomer, Max Johnston, Brian Henneman, Jay Bennett, Bob Egan, Leroy Bach |
About Wilco
Band that made it to forefront of the music with their fourth album Yankee Hotel Foxtrot. It hit 13 on the US charts. They won Best Alternative Music Album for their 2005 album A Ghost is Born.
Achievement of Wilco
One of their biggest musical influences is John Cale's Paris 1919.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Wilco
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