Uncle Tupelo
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United States
- Born: 1987 in Belleville, Illinois, United States
- Died: 1 May 1994, St. Louis, Missouri, United States
- Active: 1987 - 1994
Biography
Uncle Tupelo, from Belleville, Illinois, joined country songwriting to punk energy and effectively launched alternative country. Formed in 1987 by Jay Farrar, Jeff Tweedy and Mike Heidorn, the trio released 'No Depression' (1990), 'Still Feel Gone' (1991) and 'March 16–20, 1992' on #Rockville Records#. After Heidorn left, a five piece lineup recorded 'Anodyne' (1993) for #Sire Records#. The band played its final concert on 1 May 1994 in St. Louis; Farrar then formed *Son Volt* and Tweedy formed *Wilco*.
Genres
Uncle Tupelo Discography
- No Depression (1990) - Album - rated 3.85/5
- Still Feel Gone (1991) - Album - rated 3.61/5
- March 16-20, 1992 (1992) - Album - rated 3.84/5
- Anodyne (1993) - Album - rated 3.95/5
Members
- Jay Farrar - vocals, guitar (1987–1994)
- Jeff Tweedy - vocals, bass, guitar (1987–1994)
- Mike Heidorn - drums (1987–1992)