Digital Ash in a Digital Urn
Bright Eyes · 2005
50 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · indie rock · reggae
Ethereal soundscapes meld with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful exploration of modern disconnection.
Why this album works
'Digital Ash in a Digital Urn' achieved significant commercial success, debuting at number 13 on the Billboard 200 chart. It also received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and lyrical depth, solidifying Bright Eyes' influence in the indie music scene during the mid-2000s.
- Best for
- introspective late-night reflections hauntingly beautiful soundscapes steady, immersive listening experience
- Context
- Released on January 25, 2005, 'Digital Ash in a Digital Urn' was Bright Eyes' fifth studio album and followed the critically acclaimed 'Lifted or The Story Is in the Soil, Keep Your Ear to the Ground'. At this point, Conor Oberst had already established himself as a prominent figure in indie music, and this album showcased his willingness to experiment with electronic elements alongside traditional folk rock instrumentation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Time Code 4:28
- 2 Gold Mine Gutted Standout 3:56
- 3 Arc of Time (Time Code) 3:54
- 4 Down in a Rabbit Hole 4:33
- 5 Take It Easy (Love Nothing) Standout 3:20
- 6 Hit the Switch 4:47
- 7 I Believe in Symmetry 5:24
- 8 Devil in the Details 4:06
- 9 Ship in a Bottle 3:27
- 10 Light Pollution 3:16
- 11 Theme From Piñata 3:18
- 12 Easy/Lucky/Free Standout 5:31
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