Weevil were a British indietronica duo from London, formed in 1999, consisting of Jonny Pilcher and Tom Betts.

History

After releasing their self-titled debut album in 2001, were signed by

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. In 2004 they toured as part of Wichita's 'The Music Machines' touring package along with

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Discography

Albums

* ''Weevil'' (2001), Where It's At Is Where You Are * ''Drunk On Light'' (2004), Wichita * ''Unreleased'' (2007), Orphan

Singles, EPs

* ''Fragile'' EP (2001), Orphan * "Half-Smile"/"Lapsed" Single (2004), Wichita * ''No-Harm'' EP (2004), Wichita

References

English electronic music duos English indie rock groups Indietronica music groups Wichita Recordings artists {{UK-electronic-band-stub