Atticus Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 I did a VC search and didn't see this posted before, so I thought I'd throw it out. Following are some items listed on www.allmusic.com for wilco. Talk amongst yourselves... Influenced By: Gram ParsonsBig StarThe ReplacementsThe Beach BoysNeil YoungThe Flying Burrito Brothers Similar Artists The JayhawksSon VoltThe RockingbirdsThe Blood OrangesTim O'ReaganAntlerandThe Little OnesThe ChryslerDecibullySalim NourallahMatt MaysThe DamnwellsMilwaukeeNoahJohnThe Peter Bruntnell CombinationGranfaloon BusRich McCulleyStarch MartinsThe PossibilitiesJoel PlaskettCub Country Followers You Am Imoe.GingersolHoneydogsHerring BoysTim EastonThe Cash BrothersLimbeckShoot LucyFightmasterPie Eyed PeteRivieraVicious ViciousNightmare of YouThe Class of '98The RewindsHymns Styles: Alternative Pop/ RockAlternative Country-RockAdult Alternative Pop/ RockExperimental RockIndie Rock Moods: UncompromisingAngst-RiddenYearningIntimateWistfulReflectiveSelf-ConsciousSearchingBittersweetCatharticHypnoticComplexEarnestSummeryEarthyRousingRambunctiousEnigmaticSoothingParty/ Celebratory Biography: Wilco rose from the ashes of the seminal roots rockers Uncle Tupelo, who disbanded in 1994. While Jay Farrar, one of the group's two singer/songwriters, went on to form the band Son Volt, his ex-partner Jeff Tweedy established Wilco along with the remaining members of Tupelo's final incarnation, which included drummer Ken Coomer as well as part-time bandmates John Stirratt (bass) and Max Johnston (mandolin, banjo, fiddle, and lap steel). Guitarist Jay Bennett rounded out the group, which in 1995 issued their debut album, A.M., a collection of spry country-rock tunes that followed the course established in Tweedy's earlier work. Wilco's sophomore effort, 1996's two-disc set Being There, marked a radical transformation in the group's sound; while remaining steeped in the style that earned Tweedy his reputation, the songs took unexpected detours into psychedelia, power pop, and soul, complete with orchestral touches and R&B horn flourishes. Shortly after the release of Being There, which most critics judged to be among the year's best releases, Johnston left the group to play with his sister, singer Michelle Shocked, and was replaced by guitarist Bob Egan of the band Freakwater. At the same time, while remaining full-time members of Wilco, Stirratt, Bennett, and Coomer also began performing together in the pop side project Courtesy Move. In 1998, Wilco collaborated with singer/songwriter Billy Bragg on Mermaid Avenue, a collection of performances based on unreleased material originally written by Woody Guthrie. Their stunningly lush third album, Summerteeth, followed in 1999 and met with critical acclaim but only average sales, initiating tensions with their label, Warner Bros. 2000 saw the release of Mermaid Avenue, Vol. 2, which featured more selections from the band's collaborations with Bragg on Woody Guthrie's unfinished songs. Following this release, longtime drummer Ken Coomer decided to amicably leave the band and was replaced by the Chicago-based Glenn Kotche. The band then focused on recording their fourth album, Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, which ultimately led to the departure of guitarist Jay Bennett, and further tensions with their label. Unwilling to change the album to make it more "commercially viable," Wilco bought the finished studio tapes from Warner/Reprise for a reported $50,000 and left the label altogether. Leaked tracks from the album surfaced on the Internet in late 2001, and the stripped-down lineup of Tweedy, Kotche, Stirratt, and multi-instrumentalist Leroy Bach embarked on a small tour to support Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 How do you get a job writing this stuff....??? LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
aricandover Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Followers: moe. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted July 7, 2006 Author Share Posted July 7, 2006 (edited) well, I for one am feeling so angst-ridden, self-conscious, rambunctious and summery , as a result of repeated exposure to wilco's music, that I'm not sure I could amply respond. Edited July 7, 2006 by whatdisay Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Followers: moe.I believe moe. has been around a bit longer, but anyway. I think the point was, for whoever wrote, to name as many bands and adjectives as possible. A contest of sorts. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
froggie Posted July 8, 2006 Share Posted July 8, 2006 You am I have also been around longer.... plus they dont even sound alike! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
awatt Posted July 8, 2006 Share Posted July 8, 2006 This is useful in the strange, screwy world of AWATT I live in, a musical universe that is limited but not limited to only JT related music (UT, GS, LS, etc.) I've been wondering about what else fits, beyond Neil and Gram and Jayhawks. I'll check out some of these other bands (confession: never heard of Bright Eyes). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted July 8, 2006 Author Share Posted July 8, 2006 This is useful in the strange, screwy world of AWATT I live in, a musical universe that is limited but not limited to only JT related music (UT, GS, LS, etc.) I've been wondering about what else fits, beyond Neil and Gram and Jayhawks. I'll check out some of these other bands (confession: never heard of Bright Eyes). so you're into earthy uncompromising cathartic bands? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
awatt Posted July 9, 2006 Share Posted July 9, 2006 so you're into earthy uncompromising cathartic bands? Nice way to put it. Yes. Any others that come to your mind, just as cathartic, just as uncompromising? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted July 13, 2006 Author Share Posted July 13, 2006 I sure have been in a wistful searching mood lately (with hints of rambunctiousness and earth). any recommendations? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 Nice way to put it. Yes. Any others that come to your mind, just as cathartic, just as uncompromising? Steve Earle Quote Link to post Share on other sites
esel Posted July 14, 2006 Share Posted July 14, 2006 Followers:Riviera Quote Link to post Share on other sites
suites Posted July 14, 2006 Share Posted July 14, 2006 I thought the WB paid Wilco $50,000k then they signed with Nonsuch (essentially paying the band 2 times). This guy makes it seem like Wilco had to pay WB $50k to get out of the deal.... which is it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wheelco Posted July 14, 2006 Share Posted July 14, 2006 Followers: moe. my exact reaction Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted July 14, 2006 Share Posted July 14, 2006 (confession: never heard of Bright Eyes). Knock yourself in the head until you forget you ever heard of them. You can thank me later. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WLG867 Posted July 14, 2006 Share Posted July 14, 2006 I agree with most of the things written in the article. The Flying Burrito Brothers were definitely a big influence on Wilco. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
awatt Posted July 15, 2006 Share Posted July 15, 2006 Steve Earle A rehabilitated junkie? The gal who got me into Wilco in the first place is always pushing me to listen to Earle, and now Gram Parsons. What is it with drugs and alt country rock? (I know, another thread is all over this topic). Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Derek Phillips Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 Followers:Riviera Nigga please... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beltmann Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 Nigga please... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Jules Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 I thought the WB paid Wilco $50,000k then they signed with Nonsuch (essentially paying the band 2 times). This guy makes it seem like Wilco had to pay WB $50k to get out of the deal.... which is it? Wilco bought the masters for $50K, then streamed (leaked) them on their website before the eventual release under Nonesuch. It was considered a good deal for the band. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
foolnrain97 Posted July 19, 2006 Share Posted July 19, 2006 I'm a little surprised the Beatles aren't listed under influences... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
froggie Posted July 19, 2006 Share Posted July 19, 2006 I'm a little surprised the Beatles aren't listed under influences... yep. there was a time when i was listening to When you wake up feeling old, at low volume in the office. a guy beside me asked "is that sgt pepper?" Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thejokeexplained Posted August 28, 2007 Share Posted August 28, 2007 Sorry to dig this thread up from the VC tombs but i couldn't agree more with two of these artist mentioned in this piece as similar artist to WilcoI had to search this board to see if any one here knew about them after falling hard for both of them. DecibullySalim Nourallah Just this weekend i heard them both for the first time. Decibully on a official release "Sing out America" and Salim Nourallah live in Dallas. Anyone that enjoys Wilco should check them out. dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radiokills Posted August 28, 2007 Share Posted August 28, 2007 in my opinion theres not one band that i actually consider to be 'similar' to wilco. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thejokeexplained Posted August 28, 2007 Share Posted August 28, 2007 in my opinion theres not one band that i actually consider to be 'similar' to wilco. Before this weekend i had not either. imagine my surprise when i found two in one week. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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