OK, I'll bite...what is Widespread??? This better not be a dirty joke!!!![]()
If you have to ask, you probably don't want to go.
WSP is a fantastic alternative-rock band, popular since the early 90s, that plays epic sets known for frequent guitar and percussion-driven jams. They get a little bit of a ding from the pop-music culture for their cult-like following of post-modern hippies who often tour the country, following them and selling anything they can to pay the way. It may be a stretch, but think of them as carrying on the Grateful Dead torch.
If you aren't bothered by a little pachtouli (sp?) and other "aromas," you should catch a show. They are amazing musicians and songwriters. Should be one heckuva show.
If the OP would have put Panic in there, I probably would have gigured it out I'm sure. I have to admit though, I have never heard of them. I still listen to alot of Rock n Roll and I'm almost 40. I grew up in the 80's so that should tell you where most of my music tastes lie.
Light Fuse, Get Away is a great place to start for anybody looking the get into The Spread. also check out Live In The Classic City.
easily my favorite band.
be weary though because they lost their lead guitarist ('02) and just recently found a replacement ('06-current) to fit their older style.