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It1s a rock you mentary by Eyeosaur Productions
A portrait of the self proclaimed rock 'n' roll star and "Chicago City Artist."
Despite impossible odds, Chicago native, Wesley Willis became an underground rock icon, revered artist and hero to many before his untimely death in 2003. Through his force of personality and his artistic talents, Wesley's music and art attracted people from all walks of life. This film follows the prolific artist on his journey from obscurity to fame.
Bonus Materials
* Art Gallery
* Over 50 minutes of bonus footage
* Photo Gallery
Director: Chris Bagley and Kim Shively
Producers: Chris Bagley, Kim Shively, Henry Ansbacher, Davis Coombe
Wesley Willis
Active Decades: '90s and '00s
Born: May 31, 1963
Died: Aug 21, 2003 in Chicago, IL
Genre: Rock
Styles: Alternative Pop/Rock, Lo-Fi, Novelty
Wesley Willis was a schizophrenic street singer who built up a small cult following with his bizarre, three-chord rants about trivial everyday items, music, and people he knew. Willis was discovered singing on the streets of Chicago in the early '90s. For the first part of the decade, several independently released tapes of his songs appeared, eventually followed by indie recordings of his albums. By 1995, he had gained the attention of several well-known musicians, including Smashing Pumpkins and Pearl Jam. Shortly before signing a major label contract with American Records in 1996, Willis was profiled on MTV, which resulted in increased recognition in certain alternative rock circles. However, it didn't result in good sales and both of his American Records of 1996 -- Fabian Roadwarrior (released in August) and Feel the Power (released in October) -- were flops. Black Light Diner appeared to little notice in 1997. And in mid-2000, Willis released Dr. Wax and Rush Hour. Shake Your Piggy Bank followed in early 2001. Willis was diagnosed with leukemia in 2002 and was recovering from surgery when he died at the age of 40 on August 21, 2003.
---Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide |
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