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Jeff Tweedy surprised fans at The Belasco in Los Angeles last night with unexpected covers of Beck and Harry Nilsson. The Wilco frontman brought down the house during the Twilight Override Tour stop on March 20. These weren’t routine setlist additions, either, but special guest tributes to L.A. artists that had the 1,500-capacity venue losing it.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Event: Jeff Tweedy performed at The Belasco in downtown Los Angeles on March 20, 2026
- Tour: Twilight Override Tour supporting his triple album released September 2025 with 30 tracks
- Special Covers: Beck‘s “Loser” (led by son Sammy) and Harry Nilsson‘s “Jump Into The Fire” (Jeff on lead vocals)
- Band: Jeff’s sons Sammy and Spencer Tweedy, plus Macie Stewart, Sima Cunningham, and Liam Kazar
Why L.A. Artists Got the Royal Treatment
Jeff Tweedy and his band have established a nightly tradition on the Twilight Override Tour that builds real excitement. Every night, they perform location-specific cover songs honoring artists from that particular city. During the L.A. stop, the choice was obvious, but the execution was phenomenal. Beck‘s 1994 hit “Loser” opened with Sammy Tweedy delivering the classic hip-hop style vocals that made the original unforgettable. Jeff then took center stage for Harry Nilsson‘s energetic “Jump Into The Fire,” unleashing a rocking performance that had fans on their feet. This wasn’t nostalgia performed begrudgingly, but joyful celebration of musical legends the L.A. music community holds dear.
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Tweedy seemed to have more fun than anyone else on stage, switching between multiple guitars throughout the night. His Gibson Signature SG electric, Jolana Iris, various Fenders, and numerous Gibson and Martin acoustics kept his guitar tech incredibly busy. But the real crowd favorite was his blue Kawai Moonsault, which he deployed during the Tweedy song “Flowering.” Between song tributes, Tweedy shared stories about his struggles with Sharpies and warned the audience when quieter moments were coming. His dry wit and self-effacing humor kept the energy relaxed and intimate despite the 1,500-capacity room.
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Jeff Tweedy covers Beck, Harry Nilsson during Twilight Override Tour stop
| Detail | Information |
| Venue | The Belasco, Los Angeles |
| Date | March 20, 2026 |
| Tour | Twilight Override Tour |
| Album Supported | Twilight Override (Sept 26, 2025, 30 tracks) |
The Album Behind the Mayhem
“Twilight Override” dominated the night, which made perfect sense. This triple album spanning 30 tracks offered endless material for Tweedy and his band to bring to life. The setlist flowed effortlessly from “One Tiny Flower” through newer material like “Gwendolyn” to deeper cuts like “Diamond Light, Pt. 1.” Yet even with 30 songs available, they managed to weave in classics from his Tweedy project and solo work. “Flowering,” “Love Is The King,” and “WARM” material all fit seamlessly into a performance that felt both fresh and rooted in decades of songwriting expertise. The encore brought back the crowd’s “Music!” chant, which had started as a simple fan shout earlier in the evening and evolved into a full venue meme.
“Wherever he goes, one thing is certain: Jeff Tweedy will bring plenty of music with him, and now, perhaps, even some such chants to boot.”
— Reporter Josh Martin, Live for Live Music
What’s Next After Last Night’s L.A. Magic?
Tweedy and his band didn’t have much time to rest. They returned to downtown L.A. on March 21 for a second show at The United Theater (with a different encore). From there, they headed up Interstate 101 to the Majestic Ventura Theater by the beach on Sunday, March 23. The band continues through coastal California with stops in Santa Cruz, San Francisco, Napa, and Redding, before bridging into the Pacific Northwest for dates spanning March and April. For anyone who missed last night’s magic, multiple opportunities remain to catch the Twilight Override Tour and witness this musical legend in real time.
Sources
- Live for Live Music – Concert review and photo coverage by Josh Martin, March 23, 2026
- Setlist.fm – Complete setlist documentation from The Belasco performance, March 20, 2026
- Ticketmaster – Official tour dates and venue information for Twilight Override Tour
