Bright Eyes - A Collection of Songs Written and Recorded 1995-1997Its the desire to celebrate their sonic bounty that first got Oberst and the band excited about the idea of comprehensive reissues. But this wouldnt be a Bright Eyes project if a moment devoted to appreciating the past werent turned into an opportunity to connect with the future. Thats where the companion EPs (on Opaque Gold vinyl) come in. Or as Oberst puts it, the supplemental reading for the primary reissues: one six track EP per reissued album,

Alice Coltrane was a legendary pianist

using a deranged assortment of modern & primitive equipment

and Crystal Ball

As I recall it has been the most physical album that I‰۪ve ever done

30 years have passed since Arthur Russell left us

yet maintaining their unique identity

The White Death] were active from the late 80’s through to the early 90’s

and old friends

It was basically a brand new way of working for Sonic Youth

going into 2021 and beyond

in the hushed

The band’s dynamic self-penned songs sound and feel as fresh and real as the old blues they love and perform