So who is this "voice of his generation"? The "next Dylan"? "Indie heart-throb"?
So who is this "voice of his generation"? This "next Dylan"? This "Indie heart-throb"? This Conor Oberst?…
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Bright Eyes' Conor Oberst - Comments Page 2
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26 - Aaron, Duke De Mondo
russ, thanks for that! i ain't ever seen conor live (or Lovely Conor, as he's known to Yours Truly), but god in heaven i'm lookin forward to such a thing. so i'm guessin the tours for I'm Wide Awake... and Digital Ash... are done with now, and this is a tour with songs from cross the board? and what of this live album due for release next month? i'm not sure what to think about live albums, but fuck it, it's Bright Eyes.
27 - John
HA HA HA to say he has a bad voice, i mean cmon you think bob dylan has a good voice? i love bob and conor
28 - steven
I don't know anything about Dylan, but I know taht at 19, all my troubles, my angst and sadness that comes with the transformation to adulthood is reflected in every breath from Conner's mouth. He is brilliant, and has a depth far surpassing a generation of Blink182 and Black Eyed Peas plastic and soulless music. Viva Conner, I will know your music for the rest of my life.
29 - Pointing out a fact
Well no offence to Texas (mostly because others shouldn't have to read the bs of you bitching cuz one person doesn't like their state) but in the Pres. talks to God...yeah he f-ing played that on Leno...live television. Bush had to have heard that. He's not bitching about it. It's a fact of life that you have to forgive and forget the insults and you'll never make everybody happy. So just forget it if he dissed you guys...i don't care if he hates Nebraska (my state) all i'm in for is the ride of my life as i listen to his incredible music. And living in nebraska...boring as fuck so i'm impressed he can think of shit to write about while in nebraska. God knows i can't.
30 - Viv
I just saw Conor live, and his stage presence is amazing. He captures everyone's attention, and even during songs, the audience is so quiet and still, you would think they're all drugged (which some are :) ). If you can't see into the depths of Conor's lyrics, or if you won't, then whatever. I don't care. I, myself, am a big fan of Conor, but if you're not, okay. No big deal. You guys have all got to chill.
31 - bernadette salem
the man is a focking lyrical genius. i love you connor oberst.
32 - Kelly
Conor is a hot poetic genius. I love how his voice isn't tampered with and how it doesn't sound like anybody elses. I love how you can hear the emotion in his voice....
CONOR IS HOT
33 - Kelly
How come all the emo kids are from Nebraska? I have to be the only emo kid from my state. Is it really that depressing to live in Nebraska?? It's annoying cause I'm pretty much the only emo in my city...everyone treats me like a pshyco. But when I get home and lock myself in my room and listen to Bright Eyes I forget everything. Conor has this odd power over me....
CONOR IS HOTT!!!!
34 - kelly
Chingus [Deleted in line with BlogCritics Comments Policy.] it's not like he chose to be born there, just like you didn't choose to be born in dallas or wherever the hell ur from...CONOR IS FREAKIN HOTTER THEN YOU!! THEN ANYBODY!!!
35 - jaymz
please, everyone. if you listen to 50 cent, you are not a dumbass who deserves to die. we're all just human beings who make mistakes. oberst didn't make a mistake, he cussed out an entire state just for the heck of it. that's just really mean, and there is no excuse for it.
-jaymz
36 - R
Conor writes about the stages of a teenager to becoming a man its that simple but that now that he has grown up a little bit his songs will change and i can guarantee he had his best more mature work yet to come. Don't forget he is just 25
37 - Erica
To be honest, I can see that one similarity between Eminem and Oberst, it's true that they both can captivate the audience with the amount of talent they have. Now, a lot of the younger girls are going through that state where they need to be sad, and are attracted to depressed, troubled, and dark individuals like Conor or bad reputation, angry rappers like Eminem, the sad thing is that, though a lot of the older audiences see the talent and hear it, most of their fan bases are all over them partly because of their image. Well I really don't blame them, but in this case, talent should be discussed not how "hot" they are. And, if you care to listen to the new I'm Wide Awake It's Morning album, you'll notice that Conor's/Bright Eyes' sound is a lot less melancholy, but is still mellow nonetheless. So, really, Conor is growing up, and Bright Eyes will eventually evolve into something new, but something along the roots of that dark, metaphorical, music and lyrics. After all, Bright Eyes did release Digital Ash, which is a little different than Fevers and Mirrors, or Lifted.
38 - Chester
What the fuck?! Comparing Oberst to Eminem. You Shoud go listen to one of each of there cd's. Then is you can say they are sort of the same you must be deaf. I'm not trying to bash Eminem, but he is by no means as talented os Conor Oberst. Oberst is fucking briliant and Eminem can just talk fast and same some petty rhymes.
39 - Tahlia
At least Conor has meaningful lyrics...Eminem's lyrics are meaningful i guess...but Conor actually puts his heart into the lyrics, Eminem sings about his own troubles and stuff but Conors lyrics are universal they apply to lots of people in a way.
Personally i Like Conor Oberst better than Eminem and lots of other artists...like if i were to say that to my friends at school they would think i was crazy coz they haven't heard Bright eyes.
40 - Jo
I have to admit when I first seen Conor Oberst from Bright Eyes, I thought, "He is nice to look at." That was what first kept me from changing channels. Then I listened to his song, thinking "Don't be shallow. Let's see if he sounds good." His voice was not perfect, but it had the perfect pitch, which accented at the right moment. I couldn't stop looking at him, and my ears were glued to every word. There are few musicians who can keep my attention. That in itself is very rare. It was like he was speaking to me, and only me.
Now, Eminem. I can see the only artistic comparison is that they are both singer/songwriters. Eminem seems to be more personal and dated, and Bright Eyes seems to be more universal and timeless. In summary, Conor Oberst is an artist and Eminem is an entertainer.
If you guys disagree, please comment. Thanks!
41 - Tahlia
Oh Conor is Hot too...but i'm from Australia and Emo is like "Frowned" upon so if i listen to Bright Eyes around my friends they immediatley think i'm depressed or something....
i wish people wouldn't label others. +kinda off the subject+ but it really pisses me off that because you listen to deprssing music the automatically your are depressed!
.....Conor is awesome.....
42 - Tahlia
I agree with you Jo..I mean in his song "An attempt to tip the scales" there is a radio interview and the interviwer said that Conors lyrics were very personal, but although he may be singing about his personal issues the lyrics are written as though he isn't just singing about himself but emotions.-obviously-.
Fevers and Mirrors----The fevers are what ever ails you or keeps you up at night----The mirrors symbolise self examination.
That makes me sound like i'm some sort of lyrical analyst. ^.^
43 - dani
im with tahlia and have also noticed that australia seems to be the only place to frown upon "emo's". sure they ain't the happiest bunch and they can be annoying sometimes, but leave em alone. i wouldn't say im emo, i dont dress it but i do listen to bright eyes. i dispise the used though. so what does that make me? hmm, perhaps ME! bright eyes is fantastic, and i don't really see his music as depressed. more like a melancholic complacentcy (?). his lyrics are beautiful, yet sung sadly. hes just a great artist and no-one should have to be labelled as anything. if you like bright eyes, you have an ear for talent as far as im concerned.
44 - Tahlia
i feel sad coz Conor is From Nebraska and i live miles away...i kinda wish i could see him one day in like a shop doing a really "Hyper-normal" thing like buying bread XP
45 - jak
just finished reading ALL of the 44 articals u guys posted nd rachel,the artical u posted on october 13th is completely wrong HE IS ABSOLUTLY AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!and YES i DO think he is REALLY hot too, i DEFINATLY would,all-over(if ya no wot i mean!),i'd love to shake his hand!i can't wait til he tours england,i'm definatly going to go to one,if not a few,of his shows!nd jaymz....wot r U on about????nobody no's.conner is the greatest musician i've EVER had the pleasure of lisnin to nd chester(who posted a note on april 7th)here,here!ur artical deserves a round of applause!!!
46 - Captain
I think that Conor is amazing. His words mean something, and he knows what he's talking about. Yes, I think he is the voice of his generation.
Now, as of the emo thing? I don't think he is trying to be emo, people just have slipped him into that genre because they misinterpret his lyrics, possibly.
And I don't think his parents living in suburbia influence his lyrics much.
47 - pictueresque!
I've been listening to Bright Eyes for quite some time now. And i can honestly say, i have never been more inspired in my life. Connor Oberst is an amazing song writer AND singer, i don't care what you think. It's not my fault that i can't stop listening to him.. it's captivating. It's not even a fault. Sometimes I have to listen to one bright eyes song over and over again before i even, remotely get the meaning of it.. but, i like that. I don't know if any of you have heard, 'dust by the faint and bright eyes'.. but if you haven't you really should. It's sorof techno and i LOVE it. Not that i don't love Connor's other work aswell.. I love the folk sounds of some of his songs. It just shows you how amazingly diverse he really is. Well, it's just like me to ramble on about Connor Oberst/Bright Eyes like this..but, i can't help it. Oh, and just have to add for all of those people who say, "emo" to describe themselves or someone else.. you obviously have no idea what emo is and most likely will never understand it.
I cannot wait to go to a Bright Eyes show. I'd be surprised if i didn't pass out at just the sight of him. I then want to meet Connor.. and maybe even have a conversation... high expections, or what? This is my only goal in life. LOL!
48 - Errorhead, Norway
Connor Oberst is NOT the new Dylan. There will never be a new Dylan. Dylan is unique, so is Connor Oberst. But like Dylan, Connor Oberst has the talent to impress me whatever he does with his music.
I hope he will last as long as Dylan to. Then I will have at least 40 years of good music to look forward to. (Excuse my english, hope you understand anyway)
49 - Kennedy
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50 - Kelly
Connor is a person just like you and I ...why are we fighting over him. lets just keep our opinions to ourselves if they are going to be so negative.You wouldn't like it if someone came on a website and started bashing you and your name and everything you stand for...we all have feelings, lets keep that in mind.
51 - Kayleigh
Conor is an amazing musician and songwriter.
Is there need for fighting over his looks and/or if he's emo?
he's voice is captivating and for everyone who thinks otherwise, well think otherwise but know you're missing out on something great.
52 - MIKE
Bright Eyes is probably the best band recording music right now. I'm not comparing him to past bands, but currently he is the best. He deserves credit for being so popular without going to major labels and radios at all and for being so successful for so long. I think most people here are new fans, and young fans, but he has been around a while unlike all other popular musicians today who will be gone tomorrow. Bright Eyes has been around and is not going anywhere. He is only 24. Also take note of his audience. Lots of young people it seems on here but compared to most popular musicians today that rely on high school kids to be successful for a few years. Connor has a large number of older fans. (25 - 35) He has begun to appeal to a huge audience, not just young emo kids. His music is becoming much more mature than it was, not that I don't like his older music. There are also alot of unknown bands out there that compare to him, just without the following. Look at the musicians he supports if you like his and you'll find some great music.
53 - Mary Helen
After stumbling on you and your lyrics, I am overwhelmed by your raw passion and inner-sole words. You have helped me in more was than you know or want to know. You make me feel peaceful and content. If you are not completely turned off or annoyed by my words, I would love nothing more than to have contact with you.
I'm sure you have your ways
Southern Girl in Transition
54 - Jeff Korshal
i would turn gay for him.
55 - victoria
Coming from a 13 i believe his music is amazing and there is no need to compare to bob dylan connors hes a different person, with different music but in all his music is beautiful and his lyrics have a meaning
56 - Tim
Conor Oberst is a great musician. But he is not God, I get the feeling people love what he has to say Because they love the idea of him. Every girl wants to be with him and every guy wants to be him. Don't ever become infatuated with an image you have created through perception. There is more to conor oberst than the fans will ever know, and that's fine. He is just a human, we are ALL capable of artistic creation like that. Connor oberst does it in a time of Rap and Horrible Music like Nickleback etc, Just like Nirvana stood out in a time of boring early 90's R&B. I hope Connor succeeds in making DEEP MEANING IN SONGS mainstream. I wish when I turned on the radio I could hear a song covering something besides fucking a bitch or being a slut. We love him for all the songs and deep lyrics he has shed to the world, but don't try to imitate someone- you will forget who you are. And all the people claiming to be emo, and bright eyes being emo. Please don't ever use that word again- Connor's music is way behind the word emo. Use poetic, truthful, folk, etc.