Thank You for this article. I have always felt that no one should be apologetic for the music that they enjoy, since that is what music is for. With that being said I love Bright Eyes shamelessly and am 26 now. I have loved the music/lyrics since 16. Just saw them live for the first time this weekend. Just to point out, at the show I saw no teens mostly 20-30 something’s and a handful of adults. It was amazing, almost surreal. Yes the words are often sad, but life isn’t a pop song. His voice is raw, honest, soul shaking, untouched by auto tuners and such. His voice is incredible. It is much easier to sing about the fluff of life but to speak what you feel, know, believe, ect takes guts and to share it with world... wow. I am surprised that the age of a fan would have anything to do with the music, never occurred to me that there is a timestamp on this. His voice is awkward and off but perfect in every way. Just sit and listen. The words can truly touch you if you let them. Conor isn't afraid to say things that make people feel uncomfortable. It makes him an amazing singer, songwriter, poet, artist, ect. There is a big difference between hearing his music and LISTENING to it. So listen.
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On Taste Has Never Met Shame: I Love You, Conor Oberst!
Thank You for this article. I have always felt that no one should be apologetic for the music that they enjoy, since that is what music is for. With that being said I love Bright Eyes shamelessly and am 26 now. I have loved the music/lyrics since 16. Just saw them live for the first time this weekend. Just to point out, at the show I saw no teens mostly 20-30 something’s and a handful of adults. It was amazing, almost surreal. Yes the words are often sad, but life isn’t a pop song. His voice is raw, honest, soul shaking, untouched by auto tuners and such. His voice is incredible. It is much easier to sing about the fluff of life but to speak what you feel, know, believe, ect takes guts and to share it with world... wow. I am surprised that the age of a fan would have anything to do with the music, never occurred to me that there is a timestamp on this. His voice is awkward and off but perfect in every way. Just sit and listen. The words can truly touch you if you let them. Conor isn't afraid to say things that make people feel uncomfortable. It makes him an amazing singer, songwriter, poet, artist, ect. There is a big difference between hearing his music and LISTENING to it. So listen.