Kurt Vile & The Violators with The Violators and Merce Lemon

Kurt Vile is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his distinctive blend of indie rock, folk, and psychedelic music, whose career began in the early 2000s when he started writing and recording songs in his bedroom.

Debut Album and Early Success

In 2008, he released his debut album, Constant Hitmaker, which led to his signing to Matador Records. Following the success of Constant Hitmaker, Vile continued to release a string of critically acclaimed albums, including Childish Prodigy (2009), Smoke Ring for My Halo (2011), Wakin on a Pretty Daze (2013), and blieve im goin down (2015), which further solidified his reputation as one of the most important voices in contemporary rock music.

Recent Work

In 2022 he signed to Verve Records, releasing his major label debut (watch my moves), followed by a 2023 EP titled Back to Moon Beach.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Vile has collaborated with a diverse range of artists, including Courtney Barnett, J Mascis, John Prine, Kim Gordon, Warpaint, Willie Nelson, and more. His collaborative album with Barnett, Lotta Sea Lice (2017), received widespread acclaim and showcased the chemistry between the two musicians.