How Bright Eyes Turned a Rush of ‘Folky-Ass Songs’ Into Two Classic Albums

In 2005, against nearly everyone's advice, the indie icons released two very different records on the same day: ‘I’m Wide ...
Under the Radar

10 Best Songs of the Week: Bright Eyes, Cate Le Bon, Tame Impala, Wednesday, and More

Welcome to the 26th Songs of the Week of 2025. This week Andy Von Pip helped me decide what should make the list. We considered over 40 songs and narrowed it down to a Top 10. Like the last two weeks, ...
NPR

For Bright Eyes' Conor Oberst, every new song penned feels like a rarity

At some point or another, you've probably been told to "believe in yourself." It sounds so simple, right? Just believe in yourself! But it's not always easy — even when you have lots of evidence that ...
Yahoo

Bright Eyes Announce Massive 2025 Tour, Reveal New Song “Rainbow Overpass”: Stream

The post Bright Eyes Announce Massive 2025 Tour, Reveal New Song “Rainbow Overpass”: Stream appeared first on Consequence. Bright Eyes have mapped out a major 2025 North American tour in support of ...
Phoenix New Times

A livelier soul: On Bright Eyes’ ‘I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning’ at 20

On Jan. 25, 2005, Bright Eyes did something truly iconic: release two truly great records in “I’m Wide Awake, It’s Morning” and “Digital Ash in a Digital Urn.” Some folks have their preferences – the ...
Cleveland Scene

A ‘Leaner and Meaner’ Bright Eyes Comes to the Agora Next Month

The indie-alternative band Bright Eyes, which formed in the ‘90s in Nebraska, is hitting the road again. Bright Eyes is set to headline the Agora Theatre Wednesday, April 9, on the second leg of its ...