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Nov 20, 2009 Updated Nov 23, 2009

The alt.country rockers are heading to Australia in April next year.

The band will perform a string of intimate theatre-style shows in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

The band's live performances have gained something of a reputation for quality and quantity, often stretching beyond the two-hour mark.

Sydney fans will have a chance to purchase a premium ticket which includes both the gig at the city's State Theatre and the following night's performance at the Factory Theatre, tickets for which which are not being sold separately.

Tickets go on sale Monday 23 November.

Friday April 30th – The Tivoli, Brisbane
Saturday May 1st – State Theatre, Sydney
Sunday May 2nd – Factory Theatre, Sydney
Wednesday May 5th & Thursday May 6th – The Forum Theatre, Melbourne

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Wilco is an American alternative rock band based in Chicago, Illinois. The band was formed in 1994 by the remaining members of alternative country group Uncle Tupelo following singer Jay Farrar's departure. Wilco's lineup has changed frequently, with only singer Jeff Tweedy and bassist John Stirratt remaining from the original incarnation. Since early 2004, the other current members are guitarist...

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