Bright Eyes

The Immigration Hot Seat

elizabeth — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:04:21 +0000

The issue of illegal immigrants seems to be on the forefront of conversations and law-making these days. In Fremont, Nebraska, there is debate over a new law that would ban the hiring of or renting to illegal immigrants.

There are many who oppose the law, including the American Civil Liberties Union of Nebraska, which is one of two civil rights groups who have sued Fremont. The groups are fighting the law because they say that the (voter-approved) ordinance is discriminatory.

As a result they are holding a benefit Concert for Equality, this Saturday July 31st to help raise funds for their fight against the ban. Bright Eyes will be joined by Cursive to take the stage for two simultaneous shows, one inside and one outside.

Until the lawsuits are settled, The Fremont City Council voted to suspend the band. It was to take affect, today July 28th. In my opinion, I agree with the ban. Why require that citizens of other countries obtain citizenship here in the United States, if your just going to give the illegal ones the same benefits without the hassle and paperwork?

Keep checking back for the latest Bright Eyes news.

Bright Eyes Resurfaces With Re-release

elizabeth — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:39:33 +0000

Conor Oberst has been keeping himself busy these years with his side projects Monsters of Folk and Mystic Valley. After announcing aspirations of separating from the Bright Eyes persona, he has re-released his 2004 collaboration with Neva Dinova “One Jug of Wine, Two Vessels.”

The new edition features four new songs that were recorded in late 2009. The pairing does not produce the emotion characteristic of most Bright Eyes albums with Neva Dinova contributing a more inspiring sound.

As of yet, there is no word if Conor Oberst will continue on with the Bright Eyes persona and if there will be new music surfacing under that name. For more information on Conor’s recent projects visit conoroberst.com.

Keep checking back for more Conor Oberst news and whether or not Bright Eyes tickets are on the horizon.

Is the End of Bright Eyes Near?

michelle — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 18:41:00 +0000

Conor Oberst recently told Rolling Stone magazine that it may soon be time to hang up the Bright Eyes persona. In the interview, he said, “It does feel like it needs to stop at some point. I’d like to clean it up, lock the door, say goodbye.”

So what’s to become of the Bright Eyes moniker? Oberst reportedly plans to record new material through this winter and next spring for one last release in 2010. His record company believes he simply wishes to divorce himself of the association eventually so he can move on with other things.

Oberst & Co. Summer Plans

michelle — Wed, 27 May 2009 15:28:00 +0000

Conor Oberst and his side project, the Mystic Valley Band, will be heading out on the road this summer promoting their first release, Outer South.

Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band will be going full-tilt through the end of July, with stops mostly in smaller theaters and clubs. Several of their dates will be in support of fellow indie ingenues, Wilco.

Bright Eyes fans can also catch the songwriting frontman with his new band at several of this summer’s music festivals, including “Summerfest” in Milwaukee and the “Telluride Bluegrass Festival” in Colorada in June; and the “Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival” in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park at the end of August.

New Album for Oberst

michelle — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 17:12:00 +0000

Conor Oberst is getting ready to put out his second album with his five-man side project, Mystic Valley Band. Due out May 19th, the new release is entitled Outer South, and includes 16 tracks.

This latest effort represents a true collaboration among all the members of Conor’s band. Seven of the songs feature lead vocals provided by someone other than Oberst. The Mystic Valley Band are Taylor Hollingsworth, Nik Freitas, Nathaniel Walcott, Jason Boesel and Macey Taylor.

Bright Eyes continues to be on hiatus.