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Jeff Tweedy, frontman of Wilco, discusses his prolific career, his latest triple album 'Twilight Override', and his views on creativity, labor, and the thriving alt-country scene, emphasizing the importance of work ethic, connection, and cultural contribution.
The Outlaw Music Festival featured performances by Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Wilco, and Lucinda Williams, showcasing a diverse range of American roots music. The event included a mix of classic and reimagined songs, with notable moments like Williams' powerful set and Dylan's rejuvenated voice, all set against a lively, informal festival atmosphere. The tour continues across the U.S., maintaining its status as a premier summer music event.
Singer and songwriter Jeff Tweedy discussed his new book, "World Within a Song: Music That Changed My Life and Life That Changed My Music," during a conversation and music event in Chicago. Moderated by Peter Sagal, the evening explored Tweedy's personal connection to 50 influential songs and touched on topics such as addiction and difficult family relationships. Tweedy also performed covers of songs mentioned in the book, including Wilco classics, and expressed gratitude for the impact his music has on others. The book tour will continue in various cities.
Jeff Tweedy, frontman of Wilco, criticizes the term "dad-rock" as reductive, ageist, and gatekeeping, stating that it diminishes his diverse audience and is meant as an insult. In his new memoir, Tweedy explores the music that shaped his life, including unexpected choices like ABBA and Billie Eilish. He emphasizes the importance of embracing new music and rejecting the idea of a "generation gap." Tweedy also discusses his aversion to certain songs, including "The Star-Spangled Banner," and suggests a wordless melody as an alternative national anthem. He reflects on his mother's influence on his passion for music and shares a memorable encounter with Timothy B. Schmidt of the Eagles, which taught him the importance of kindness and accessibility as a celebrity.
Wilco's 13th album, "Infinite Surprise," produced by Cate Le Bon, showcases the band's arty and experimental side. The album features bursts of static, distorted guitars, eerie strings, and a wash of weirdness that adds a subtly appealing touch to the more straightforward tracks. With its blurs and hesitancies, "Cousin" feels simultaneously familiar and different, satisfying and disquieting, demonstrating Wilco's ability to move forward in their own peculiar way 30 years into their career.