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,

AsåÊthe song progressed the bridge began to sway

as well as the Australian version of the LP

intense moods and creative soloing are underpinned by the time-honoured pulse of swing

turned down at least once for certification by the BBFC

Tad Kubler (guitar)

000 copies worldwide and being named ‰Û÷Album of the Year‰۪ by Rough Trade

bobby womack

slinky guitars and tight rhythms of the human (and inhuman) variety and an inimitable lyrical style that is as reflective and honest as it is wry and idiosyncratic

‘New Material’ does offer some relief

Blue Banisters

At the time of its release

was one of Japan's most renowned jazz drummers