With a recently announced debut solo album on the way, Wilco frontman, Jeff Tweedy is heading on tour in June with a few different bandmates.
Last summer, indie-rock band Wilco found themselves touring across North America as a part of Americanarama. This summer appears to be following the same route, but only for one member: Jeff Tweedy. The frontman and producer is embarking on a 16-date North American tour with a new band line-up. Tweedy’s summer backing band consists of Jim Elkington on guitar, Darin Gray on bass, Liam Cunningham on keyboards, and Spencer Tweedy (yes, his son) on drums.
Tweedy’s solo tour begins in Detroit on June 5. A few days later, the singer-songwriter is playing a show at Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore on Monday, June 9, and we’re giving away a pair of tickets!
Though specifics about his upcoming debut album have not been revealed yet, Rolling Stone says that Tweedy will be playing songs from the new album.. In addition to new material, Tweedy may also play acoustic versions of songs from prior Wilco and Uncle Tupelo albums.
Prior to his tour announcement, Tweedy guest-starred on two episodes of NBC’s comedy Parks and Recreation. Coincidentally, he played frontman of the band Land Ho!
To win tickets to see Jeff Tweedy play the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall on June 9, drop a comment below naming a TV show that you would like to guest star on. I would love to have a role on ABC’s Once Upon a Time.
The winner will be chosen at noon on Tuesday, May 27. Tickets are still available for purchase.
