not much of a wilco "fan" per se, but last they put on one of the finer shows i've seen lately at the wiltern. the combination of an appropriate venue and a pretty flawless set list won me over early on. tweedy dropped incredible banter, nels cline absolutely shredded and kotche looked like he'd taken a shower with his clothes on by the end of his stint behind the skins. they opened with live favorite via chicago which was professionally captured in the video below. there's no reason for the camera on anyone other than glenn around 2:10, 3:25 or 4:00.
This is a quote from a recent interview with jeff, which i love. really humble, but i think also very basic and relatable. every time a wilco track irks me for being a little too palatable, i think of this quote and forgive it.
"What keeps you writing songs?
It doesn’t hurt anybody. It’s something I love to do, and it doesn’t hurt anybody. And the world probably doesn’t need any more songs, but I need more songs. It’s satisfying and lovely to do. I feel better, and as a band—I think I can speak for everyone—we feel better making something that wasn’t there ten minutes ago. Whatever spirit there is in the universe, I think that puts you closer to it. The act of creation, you know, it’s a very powerful thing, and very gratifying. I wish it on everyone. I wish everyone could enjoy making something that wasn’t there before."
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