Glenn Kotche Joins Sylvan Esso in Chicago Performance
Drummer Glenn Kotche joined Sylvan Esso on stage at The Salt Shed for a special collaborative performance.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Dance
Glenn Kotche performed on drums alongside Sylvan Esso during the band's recent show at The Salt Shed in Chicago. The collaboration featured Kotche playing on a second drum kit during five songs from the band's new album, Ow ∞.
Why it matters
This performance highlights the expanded live musical arrangements Sylvan Esso is currently utilizing on tour. The set showcased the band's recent shift toward a full-band sound, incorporating bass, guitar, drums, and keyboards.
Glenn Kotche contributed to the Sylvan Esso album Ow ∞, which was released on September 11, 2026. The set at The Salt Shed included the songs Right to Left, On & On, Moving, Come Down, and Rewind.
The players
Glenn Kotche
Glenn Kotche is a professional drummer and percussionist known for his work with the band Wilco and his solo compositions.
Sylvan Esso
Sylvan Esso is an American electronic pop duo consisting of singer Amelia Meath and producer Nick Sanborn.
Finom
Finom is an indie rock band that performed alongside Sylvan Esso during the Chicago show.
The details
The show also featured a performance by the band Finom alongside Sylvan Esso. The collaboration saw Kotche operating a second drum kit to support the group's current full-band touring configuration.
Timeline
September 11, 2026: Sylvan Esso released the album Ow ∞.
October 22, 2026: Glenn Kotche performed with Sylvan Esso in Chicago.
October 23, 2026: Sylvan Esso performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis.
October 24, 2026: Sylvan Esso performs at First Avenue in Minneapolis.
February 19, 2027: The second North American tour leg begins in Seattle.
Industry Dynamics
This collaborative performance highlights the ongoing trend of electronic acts evolving into full-band arrangements to support new releases. It reflects a shift from smaller touring setups to more expansive, multi-instrumental stage configurations like the one utilized for the Sylvan Esso album Ow ∞.
Fans can catch the current tour live as Sylvan Esso continues to travel across North America. Tickets for upcoming shows in cities like Minneapolis and Seattle can be purchased through standard venue box office channels.
The takeaway
Collaborative performances provide fans with a unique, one-time experience that bridges the gap between studio recording and live production. Checking tour schedules early is the best way to ensure access to special guest appearances.
What happens next
Sylvan Esso continues its tour with performances at First Avenue in Minneapolis on October 23 and October 24, 2026, followed by the second North American tour leg beginning February 19, 2027, in Seattle.
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