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Oct 24, 2025 Jeff Tweedy, the Grammy-winning frontman of Wilco and bestselling author, joins to discuss his new solo album, "Twilight Override," which reflects on aging and observing a darker world. He shares insights on how growing up in the Midwest influenced his creative journey. Tweedy also addresses the lingering effects of COVID trauma on society, advocating for more real-life connections over phone use. His thoughts on disciplined writing and balancing family life while touring provide a glimpse into the intricacies of his artistic life.
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Intentional Triple-Album Experiment
- Jeff Tweedy explains Twilight Override is a triple record he set out to make.
- He intentionally used different moods across the three discs to explore varied textures.
Length Lets Different Moods Breathe
- Tweedy sees value in longer records as spaces to explore moods that singles cannot.
- He argues longer formats allow different emotional textures to coexist.
Making As Antidote To Pessimism
- Jeff Tweedy says the world feels darker as he ages and the future seems less hopeful.
- He combats that by making things and spending time with people and things that love him.