King Wilkie
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| King Wilkie | ||
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| Background information | ||
| Genre(s) | Acoustic, Alternative, Bluegrass, Folk | |
| Years active | 2003–present | |
| Label(s) | Zoe Records Rounder Records Rebel Records |
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| Website | Official website | |
King Wilkie is an American music group formed in Charlottesville, Virginia in 2002. After releasing a debut album on Rebel Records, they are now signed to Zoe/Rounder Records.
While their early sound was commonly filed under bluegrass, King Wilkie has developed a more ecclectic acoustic style, drawing from other influences, such as Folk, Americana, and Rock.
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[edit] History
- King Wilkie's 2004 debut Broke reached #1 on the Bluegrass album chart that year.
- They were named IBMA's emerging artist of the year in 2004.
- They made their debut on The Grand Ole Opry at the Ryman Auditorium in 2005.
In 2005, the self-released EP Tiera Del Fuego introduced a more intricate song-based approach, as well as a minimalist style and ethereal vocals featuring close harmonies. Tierra Del Fuego also marked a shift to melody-based instrumental parts in favor of solos. Although the recording drew from a wide array of influences, their early baptism into the world of bluegrass and old time americana music was still evident.
[edit] Band Members
- Reid Burgess — vocals, mandolin, ukulele,
- John McDonald — vocals, guitar, harmonica
- Ted Pitney — guitar, steel guitar
- Nick Reeb — fiddle
- Abe Spear — banjo
- Jake Hopping — upright bass
[edit] Trivia
- The band is named after Bill Monroe's horse "King Wilkie".
[edit] External links
- kingwilkie.com (official site)
- kingwilkie.net (forum)
