The Decemberists

It’s not every day a band comes along who can satisfy both music lovers and history buffs at the same time, but the Decemberists do just that. Hailing from the hipster paradise of Portland, Ore., the Decemberists formed in 2000 when frontman Colin Meloy met Nate Query, Chris Funk and Jenny Conley. Naming themselves after a 19th century Russian revolt, the Decemberists signed first with Hush Records, then Kill Rock Stars before moving on to Capitol Records. They have continued to release a number of albums since then, including the hit, ‘The King Is Dead.’ They’ve also developed a reputation for putting on amazing live shows often filled with audience participation.

Selected Discography: ‘The Crane Wife’ (2006), ‘Picaresque’ (2005), ‘The Hazards of Love’ (2009)
Further Reading: Watch Colin Meloy of the Decemberists Busk on a New York City Street, The Top 10 Music Videos of 2014, The Decemberists, ‘Terrible World, Beautiful World’ – Review

Colin Meloy Busks Jackson C. Frank's 'Blues Run the Game'

As we climbed the steps of the Bedford Avenue subway stop in Williamsburg, we knew we were in for something special.

Chuck Armstrong

Colin Meloy of the Decemberists Plays New Songs In NYC

While residents of Brooklyn worry about a possible impending Ebola outbreak, the Decemberists frontman Colin Meloy did his part to cheer everyone up today by busking on a New York City street.

Tim Karan

Bob Mould Gets Some PR Help From the Decemberists' Colin Meloy in Hilarious New Video

Bob Mould is back in action and sounding better than ever on his new album, 'Beauty & Ruin.'

Dave Swanson

Watch the Decemberists Debut Two New Songs in Concert

The Decemberists have been mostly quiet since the 2011 release of their album 'The King Is Dead.'

Michael Haskoor

Watch Jeff Tweedy, the Decemberists and Yo La Tengo Rock 'Parks and Recreation'

'Parks and Recreation' wrapped up its sixth season last night with an all-star concert featuring some indie-rock greats.

Michael Haskoor

Springfield Gets Hip

The Decemberists made their previously announced visit to the town of Springfield on the Fox animated comedy 'The Simpsons' last night. The group sat in as the elementary school's new music teachers in an episode about the town becoming hipper when a couple -- played by 'Portlandia' stars Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein -- moves in from Portland with a pretentious son (comedian Patton Oswalt) i

Joe Robinson

The Decemberists Post Picture of Upcoming ‘Simpsons’ Appearance

Add the Decemberists to the list of musicians expected to appear this fall on 'The Simpsons.' A day after it was announced that Tom Waits will lend his legendary voice to an episode of the long-running Fox animated comedy, Decemberists frontman Colin Meloy posted on his Twitter feed the awesome picture above of his band as they appear on the show.

Joe Robinson

Preview Decemberists Singer Colin Meloy’s Second Novel, ‘Under Wildwood’

The Decemberists' Colin Meloy is a pretty talented man. Not only does he front one of the most respected bands in the world, Meloy has become a best-selling author with his 'Wildwood Chronicles' series. The musician/writer will release the second installment, 'Under Wildwood,' this fall.

Dave Kim

Soundtrack to ‘Hunger Games,’ Featuring The Decemberists and Neko Case to Likely Debut at No. 1

The 'Hunger Games' is about to conquer its third medium. In addition to being a best-selling series of science fiction books, the film adaptation is set to open Friday, March 23 and will undoubtedly be a blockbuster. Today Billboard announced that the soundtrack, 'The Hunger Games: Songs from District 12 and Beyond,' released on March 20, will probably debut at No. 1 atop the Billboard 200. Read M

Dave Lifton

The Decemberists’ First Live Album Currently Streaming Online

The Decemberists are known for their elaborate concerts, so it’s perfectly logical that their first live album also has lofty ambitions. ‘We All Raise Our Voices To The Air (Live Songs 04.11-08.11)’ is a double-CD (and triple-vinyl) collection recorded during last year’s tour in support of their Grammy-nominated album, ‘The King Is Dead.’

Diffuser Staff