dreadnaught

I think you have to listen to alot of Bright Eyes to realize that his vocals really contribute to his music. Sure, they may be unnerving, shakey and complete off key at times, but there's no denying that he carries alot of emotion in his voice.

And as far as his lyrics go, I think he's a poet in everyway. Sure, some of his songs are full of liberal pseudo-psychological bull****, but not all, not by a long shot...Fevers and Mirrors is a great example of his early songwriting abilities. Many critics hold Birght Eyes in pretty high regards anyways, so it's pretty easy for me to look over the Pitchfork comments.

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15Steps

im not denying that his voice carries a lot of emotion, because it does. it just annoys me after a while because it constantly sounds like hes singing in -30 degree weather. after about 20 minutes of that, it really just kills me.

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zekethefreak

Maybe I need to listen a little closer, but I first heard the buzz for Bright Eyes, back in 2004, and heard comparisons to Dylan. The first music I heard from him, was so elementary, like a high school kid had written the lyrics. I don't know where those comparisons come from, but I just don't see the fascination...

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