Inspirations: Wilco

When I listen to Wilco, the first thing I notice are the layers of rich guitar tone, then Tweedy’s rhythmic wordplay entices me with its imagery, but eventually I end up focusing on Glen Kotche’s drumming. Playing in a lyrically driven band with 3 guitars, bass, and keyboards means knowing how to leave space—and Kotche shines at doing more with less. His talent lies in his time, his feel, and a keenly developed sense of his “voice” on his instrument. Check out the artful way he drives the beat in “Side With the Seeds”