Wipers

Wipers is a pioneering band formed by Greg Sage in Portland, Oregon in the late '70s. Sage, known for his hermetic operating methods and devotion to independent music, led the band through a prolific career marked by raw, direct recordings and a signature songwriting style. Despite remaining underground, Wipers gained recognition for albums like "Is This Real?" and "Youth of America," influencing alternative and modern rock scenes in the '80s and '90s.

Initially conceived as a recording project, Wipers evolved into a band known for tight song structures and pop sensibility. Sage's refusal to compromise on artistic control led to a fiercely independent approach to music production. The band's legacy includes acclaimed albums like "Over the Edge" and "The Circle," with Sage's influence extending to alternative rockers like Kurt Cobain. Wipers' enduring impact on music history is exemplified by their continued output and Sage's unselfish dedication to reissuing and remastering their early works.