“My family was always playing music; I always enjoyed it. My cousin, who is a little older than me, he started playing music, so I wanted to, also. I asked my dad for a guitar, and he got me a banjo, so that was my introduction to playing. I played it like a guitar. I had a few lessons, learned out a few chords, and figured it out right away.”

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.