Nels Cline
Nels Cline is a genre-defying guitarist widely celebrated as a longtime member of
seminal rock band Wilco, and for his expansive solo career spanning jazz, rock, and
experimental music. As a band leader he’s released three critically acclaimed albums
on Blue Note Records, from the lush orchestration of Lovers to the electrified
improvisations of Share the Wealth. His latest project Consentrik Quartet showcases his
deep roots in the avant-garde improvised-music scene, further cementing his reputation
as one of today’s most adventurous and versatile guitarists.
Dec. 23, 2025
Holiday Bonus: Nels Cline on the Wilco Will Love You Podcast
Our recent episode featuring Wilco and creative music guitarist Nels Cline has proven to be a listener-favorite. This holiday season, we thought it might be fun to give you even more of what we know you love. So … we are exci...
Dec. 14, 2025
Nels Cline: Tales of a Daunted Guitarist
Fresh from sessions for Trio of Bloom, the Wilco guitarist reflects on working with Craig Taborn and Marcus Gilmore for the first time, reconciling insecurity with ambition, and why comfort might be creativity's biggest enemy.