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Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005)

Bright Eyes · 2006

61 min · 16 tracks · folk rock · indie rock · reggae

A reflective collection of lo-fi folk gems that captures the raw emotionality of early Bright Eyes.

Why listen to this

Best for
reflective late-night listening emotional storytelling journeys intimate solo moments
Context
Released in 2006, 'Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005)' arrived after Bright Eyes' breakthrough with 'Lifted or The Story is in the Soil, Keep Your Ear to the Ground' in 2002. This compilation showcases a transitional phase, bridging their earlier, more experimental sounds with the polished production found in later albums like 'Cassadaga' from 2007.
If you like
folk rock, indie rock, reggae

Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005) is an album by Bright Eyes, released in 2006. A reflective collection of lo-fi folk gems that captures the raw emotionality of early Bright Eyes. The album provides a glimpse into Bright Eyes' formative years, featuring tracks that were previously unreleased or hard to find. Its release contributed to a renewed interest in the indie folk genre during the mid-2000s and solidified Conor Oberst's influence as a pivotal figure in storytelling within music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005) sound like?

A reflective collection of lo-fi folk gems that captures the raw emotionality of early Bright Eyes. Rooted in folk rock and indie rock.

What makes Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005) by Bright Eyes notable?

The album provides a glimpse into Bright Eyes' formative years, featuring tracks that were previously unreleased or hard to find. Its release contributed to a renewed interest in the indie folk genre during the mid-2000s and solidified Conor Oberst's influence as a pivotal figure in storytelling within music. Released in 2006, 'Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005)' arrived after Bright Eyes' breakthrough with 'Lifted or The Story is in the Soil, Keep Your Ear to the Ground' in 2002. This compilation showcases a transitional phase, bridging their earlier, more experimental sounds with the polished production found in later albums like 'Cassadaga' from 2007.

Who is Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005) for?

Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005) works well if you're into reflective late-night listening, emotional storytelling journeys and intimate solo moments.

How many songs are on Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005)?

Noise Floor (Rarities: 1998–2005) has 16 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·61:05

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Mirrors and Fevers 3:01
  • 2 I Will Be Grateful for This Day Standout 4:19
  • 3 Trees Get Wheeled Away 4:09
  • 4 Drunk Kid Catholic Standout 3:10
  • 5 Spent on Rainy Days 2:06
  • 6 The Vanishing Act 3:08
  • 7 Soon You Will Be Leaving Your Man 5:12
  • 8 Blue Angels Air Show 3:11
  • 9 Weather Reports 3:02
  • 10 Seashell Tale 3:27
  • 11 Bad Blood 4:40
  • 12 Amy in the White Coat 5:25
  • 13 Devil Town Standout 3:03
  • 14 I’ve Been Eating (For You) 2:55
  • 15 Happy Birthday to Me (Feb. 15) 3:50
  • 16 Motion Sickness 6:20

Release Date

October 24, 2006

Genre

folk rock, indie rock, reggae

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

61 min 5 sec