Wilco HQ email 12/23/11

[Magnetized]

Just received this today--No Solid Sound announcement, but no definitive word that they're not doing it, either.

 

 

As another year winds down we look back and marvel at how it's all gone, and how quickly. In 2011, we witnessed the launch of dBpm Records, the release of vinyl 7 and 10" and assorted incarnations of Wilco's 8th studio album, The Whole Love. Another awesome Solid Sound Festival. And on top of that, the band played 55 shows in 9 countries and 19 US states, ending the year with the incredible Incredible Shrinking Tour of Chicago. It's been an exhausting blast for us all. As to you, thanks a million for once again coming out in droves and supporting the band in the shops and at the gigs. We try to never lose sight of the fact that, though it may ring of cliche, it really is the case that none of this would be possible without you and your support.

In the meantime and to keep you occupied over the break, we've posted a really magical show from Dec. 12 at the Civic Opera House in Chicago. If you were there, it'll bring back great memories. If not, the recording is the next best thing to being there (literally). It's in the Roadcase now.

After a well-earned rest, the band will be back at it next January with a tour of Western North America, followed by a return to Europe including the band's first visit to France since 2004. We'll have many more dates to announce soon -- in places near and far. So you'll have many more opportunities to hang out with us.

That's it. Glad tidings and Good Cheer to you all. Here's to you. Happy Holidays... with the whole love.

the HQ staff.

P.S. Attn. shoppers: there's a sale on at the Wilco store (20% off everything) until January 3rd.

[Sparky speaks]

Still no hint of Solid Sound 2012. I have until the end of December to cancel the hotel rooms I booked without costing me money based on the early rumors of June 24-26. See this http://www.festheads.com/index.cfm?fA=fest.main&fid=143 Too bad. Most everything is booked up there already and it appears finding lodging will be almost impossible if a date is eventually announced. They could play in my backyard if they they wish. Everyone have a good holiday.

[Autumnteeth]

Tried the 20 percent off thing, entered the code three times, and had to send two emails begging kung fu nation to cancel the AM vinyl, summerteeth vinyl, and wilco whole love box set whole love. 20% off ended up being 19 dollars and no way I was going to forego the discount.