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Wesley Schultz is an American guitarist and vocalist, best known as a co-founder of the folk rock band The Lumineers, showcasing a career marked by songwriting and musical performance.
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Wesley Keith Schultz was born on December 30, 1982, in Ramsey, New Jersey. He attended Ramsey High School and the University of Richmond. Early in his life, particularly at age 9, Schultz was quoted in a 1992 New York Times story, reflecting an early engagement with creative expression. A significant turning point in his life and career was the death of his best friend, Josh Fraites, in 2002. This event led Schultz to connect with Josh’s younger brother, Jeremiah Fraites, a drummer. Their shared grief and passion for music became the foundation of their collaborative efforts, initially performing under various names and releasing a self-titled EP that included songs later featured by The Lumineers.
Faced with limited success in New York City and a high cost of living, Schultz and Fraites relocated to Denver. This move was pivotal, allowing them to dedicate more time to their music. In Denver, they sought a classical cellist via Craigslist, which led to Neyla Pekarek joining them, forming The Lumineers. The trio spent a year touring nationally and playing local gigs before releasing their debut album, “The Lumineers,” in 2012. This album featured breakthrough singles “Ho Hey” and “Stubborn Love,” which achieved significant chart success. In 2013, a deluxe edition of their self-titled album was released, offering additional tracks and video content.
Schultz’s career with The Lumineers continued with the release of the album “Cleopatra” in 2016, featuring songs written over the four years following their debut. In 2019, they released “III,” an album structured into three chapters, focusing on a fictional family. Beyond his work with The Lumineers, Schultz ventured into solo projects. In 2020, he released “Vignettes,” a 10-song solo album consisting of cover songs, which he described as a tribute to the music he performed in his early career. This album included a cover of Eric Clapton’s “Bell Bottom Blues,” released in September 2020. The Lumineers maintain a consistent touring schedule, including their Automatic World Tour.
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