Being There

Wilco continues to make excellent records and play shows that stir the soul, but the group invented the terrain it continues to explore more than 20 years ago with its first two albums – A.M. (1995) and Being There (1996). Wilco revisit those landmark albums with remastered versions of the originals expanded with rare and unreleased music that will be new to even the most dedicated fans. Being There (Deluxe Edition) builds on the original album with loads of never-before-heard songs, alternate takes and live performances and will be available as a five-CD collection. Wilco maintained the gravitas of roots music it established on A.M. creating the 21st century version of folk music it later perfected on records like Yankee Hotel Foxtrot and The Whole Love. Being There mixes happy-go-lucky rockers and ballads, with two signature songs from the Wilco canon – Misunderstood and Sunken Treasure. This album includes 15 bonus tracks released for the first time, including alternate versions of tracks I Got You and Say You Miss Me, as well as Wilco’s 20-song performance at the Troubadour from November 12, 1996, combining songs from A.M. and a few Uncle Tupelo tracks. Also included are four songs the band played on radio station KCRW on November 13, 1996. As a touring band, many of these songs can be found on Wilco’s current set-list as notable fan favorites that have evolved over the years.

4LP - Deluxe Edition includes the original album, 15 previously unissued demos, outtakes and never before heard songs, KCRW 11/13/96 session and liner notes by Steve Hyden. 4 x 180 Gram black vinyl is limited edition of 15,000.

5CD - Deluxe Edition set includes the original album, 15 previously unissued demos, outtakes and never before heard songs and Live at The Troubadour 11/12/96 and KCRW 11/13/96. Also included: liner notes by Steve Hyden.