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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 listen to this

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.
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folk rock, indie rock, reggae

Digital Ash in a Digital Urn is an album by Bright Eyes, released in 2005. Ethereal soundscapes meld with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful exploration of modern disconnection. '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. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Digital Ash in a Digital Urn sound like?

Ethereal soundscapes meld with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful exploration of modern disconnection. Rooted in folk rock and indie rock.

What makes Digital Ash in a Digital Urn by Bright Eyes notable?

'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. 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.

Who is Digital Ash in a Digital Urn for?

Digital Ash in a Digital Urn works well if you're into introspective late-night reflections, hauntingly beautiful soundscapes and steady, immersive listening experience.

How many songs are on Digital Ash in a Digital Urn?

Digital Ash in a Digital Urn has 12 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·50:05

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

Release Date

January 25, 2005

Genre

folk rock, indie rock, reggae

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

50 min 5 sec