Uncle Tupelo

Uncle Tupelo was a popular music group formed in 1987 in Belleville, Illinois. The founding members were Jay Farrar (guitar, harmonica, vocals), Mike Heidorn (drums), and Jeff Tweedy (bass guitar, guitar, harmonica, vocals). Other members included Ken Coomer (drums), Max Johnston (banjo, dobro, fiddle, mandolin, steel guitar), and John Stirratt (bass guitar). Songwriting and lead vocal responsibilities were divided more or less equally between Farrar and Tweedy. The band broke up in May 1994, when Farrar left unexpectedly. Tweedy formed the band Wilco, while Farrar formed the band Son Volt.

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Belleville, Illinois - Jay Farrar - Guitar - Harmonica - Vocals - Drums - Jeff Tweedy - Bass guitar - Banjo - Dobro - Fiddle - Mandolin - Steel guitar - Wilco - Son Volt

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