“Anybody that's from somewhere that's made it in music outside of New York or L.A., if it's a unique enough place, they'll always say, 'Dude's from Minnesota!' Or wherever, you know? So that's how I got the Philly connection.”

American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and record producer

Kurt Vile is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and record producer. He is known for his solo work, for releases under the name Kurt Vile and the Violators, and for having been the former lead guitarist of the rock band the War on Drugs. His work spans recording and live performance with his backing band, the Violators, which supports him in the studio and on stage. The group currently includes Jesse Trbovich, Kyle Spence on drums, and Adam Langellotti.