By 2012 the bands lineup consisted of: Adam Granducial, Patrick Berkery, Robbie Bennett and David Hall.Ģ011 saw the release of The War On Drugs second album 'Slave Ambient' this generated widespread critical acclaim as it managed to receive 7 out of 10 from 'Spin', 'BBC Music' gave it a favourable rating and it received an A- grade from 'The A.V. Following Vile leaving other members followed suit, those being: Charlie Hall and Kyle Lloyd by 2008.įollowing the departure of key members, the band in 2008 now consisted of members: Adam Granducial, David Hall and Mike Zhangi (who would leave in 2010). In 2008 The War On Drugs gave away their EP 'Barrel of Batteries' for free.Īfter the release of their debut album 'Wagonwheel Blues' and the European tour which followed,founding member of the band Kurt Vile, had decided to leave so that he could focus on his solo projects. These members included: Charlie Hall as the Drummer/Organist, Kyle Lloyd as drummer and Dave Hartley would be the bass player of the band. Through this instant connection and chemistry, The War on Drugs was born.Įarly in the career of the band they had many accompanying musicians but none were official members, Vile and Granduciel then decided to settle official members of the band.

This led to the two, recording, writing and even performing together.

Both had similar interests and had especially connected through their appreciation of Bob Dylan. The War on Drugs was formed by musicians Kurt Vile and Adam Granduciel after they had both moved from Oakland and back to Philadelphia.

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