Conor Oberst Video
September 6, 2008
Conor Oberst played at The Troubadour about a month ago. Though I felt like the show lacked a certain amount of energy, I enjoyed working with someone as highly influential as Coner Oberst. Regardless of how you feel about his music or style, I think he should be recognized as an important figure for the future of music. There is something to be said about a band that can hold the top two spots on the Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles chart (Bright Eyes, 2004) while being signed to an indie label. I also respect any group of bands that can revitalize a music scene and make it “the place to be” for aspiring musicians, such as what Bright Eyes, Cursive, and the Faint were able to do in Omaha. Art influenced by art is something special.
Conor Oberst – “I Don’t Want To Die” August 5th, 2008 at The Troubadour
