Bright Eyes - Bells and Whistles (Official Video)

“Bells & Whistles” by Bright Eyes from ‘Five Dice, All Threes', out September 20th on Dead Oceans.
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Credits:
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
Dead Oceans
Another Touring Company
Matt Maginn
Shira Knishkowy
PRODUCER
NORTH SEA FILMS - Dana Altman
DIRECTOR
Josh Boone
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Walter “Tres” Falls
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
TRIVETTE IMAGES
Dylan Trivette
1ST AC
Sam Scott
2ND AC
PANOPTIC CINEMA
Brent Maze
LIGHTING DIRECTOR
FADE UP DESIGN GROUP
Heath Marrinan
GAFFER
LIGHTS ON NEBRASKA
Craig Ladwig
BEST BOY
Scott Pittock
KEY GRIP
Aaron Smith
SOUND
BLUE COLLAR SOUND
Mark Hoffman
PROPS
John Gibbs
PA
Michela Torczon
PA
Cael Hospodka
PA
Adam Parkening
VENUE
THE ADMIRAL - OMAHA NEBRASKA
James Johnson
VENUE MANAGER
Samantha Mckissick
CATERING
SGT. PEFFERS - Dana Peffer
Special thank you to the fans for being a part of this video.
Conor Oberst - vocal, guitar
Mike Mogis - electric guitar, banjo
Nathaniel Walcott - piano, synthesizer, celeste, glockenspiel, trumpet
Alex Orange Drink - vocals, whistles
Jason Boesel - drums, percussion
Griffin Goldsmith - percussion
Amy Carey - whistling
Josh Johnson - alto saxophone
Vikram Devasthali - trombone
Produced by Bright Eyes
Engineered by Mike Mogis
Assistant engineer - Adam Roberts
Horns engineered by Pierre DeReeder, 64 Sound, LA, CA
Mixed by Mike Mogis
Mastered by Brian Lee and Bob Jackson
Recorded at ARC, Omaha, NE
Written by Conor Oberst and Alex Orange Drink
Lyrics:
I was cruel like a president
It was wrong but I ordered it
Lost some limbs in an accident
Playing god
At a table down at Edendale
Didn’t feel good wasn’t eating well
In the photo booth made me hate myself
What a slob
It’s hard now to imagine it
The currency was all counterfeit
Diana’s face was scattered to the mob
Expensive jokes and cheap thrills cost a lot
Zach’s staggering down Bleecker Street
The label asked for a meet and greet
I agreed reluctantly I couldn’t be alone
Signed a sleeve for a teenager
It felt just like a harbinger
I was shaking hands with the manicured
Worked my fingers to the bone
No you shouldn’t go home with the SoHo girl
Cause she only wants materials
And shouldn’t place bets on the New York Mets
Cause at best it’s hypothetical
Expensive seats in a field of dreams
U-turns in limousines
Got to get around the detour when it’s blocked
Bells and whistles, fancy cheap thrills cost a lot
No, you shouldn’t make noise with those Bay Ridge boys
When they’re drunk, man, it’s impossible
Secondhand amps and a bent up crash
The band sounds like an animal
Cheap seats and broken dreams
U-turns in limousines
Gotta kick in the door when it’s locked
Bells and whistles, cheap thrills cost a lot
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Bright Eyes - Bells & Whistles (Official Video)
#BrightEyes #BellsandWhistles #FiveDiceAllThrees

[@nicolasbaker9601]

I just hope Conor knows how much he is adored. There is a whole generation of us in our 30's and 40's that fell in love with him in our teens. I cant quite put my finger on it, but Conor is so damn special and important

[@SuperBrentendo89]

As a 35-year-old, I could not agree more haha

[@ectoplasma5]

42 Edit : 43 ,i was wrong But who cares .

[@paramountxtreme]

16 wth

[@revuproar5636]

Then learn to write his name.

[@CumulusBurn]

Agreed - he is fantastic in many ways and yes, important. I turned 43 yesterday. I was introduced to them with the Lifted album releasing, and I have loved them ever since. Seen them or his various projects every time he’s been in Minneapolis except once.

[@clovs]

Bright eyes saved my life. When I had no one, I had their music. I was never truly alone then. Thank you.

[@HIVEMINDTV]

thank god for bright eyes

[@nicolasbaker9601]

Wouldn't have taken ya'll as Bright Eyes fans

[@wydgit4]

yo it’s Riley what’s up

[@sniperboi21]

Can't wait to see yall at the inevitable Kalamazoo show. They never come anywhere else in MI

[@freshpersimmon9515]

@@nicolasbaker9601it’s part of Riley’s personality that he’s a die hard Connor oberst fan lmao

[@DrMetPhD]

When Nate picks up a trumpet, you know it's going to be a great song

[@MissGhostface]

Thank you for keeping me alive as a teen, happy to be here in my thirties! 💜✨

[@RealSquares]

Huh

[@m0mb0y]

I'm glad you are here! (me too.)

[@meghannk8269]

How many times can I fall in love with this band?!

[@Iamsleepytired]

@@meghannk8269 The limit does not exist.

[@Starr_Apathy]

Best answer Ever!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻​@@Iamsleepytired

[@glossywhite8634]

All of them. All of the times.

[@MrPernell27]

This band doesn’t get nearly as much credit,recognition and acclaim as they deserve. Easily one of the best bands of the last 25years. Connor is one of the very best songwriters America has ever produced. He’s in the same vein as Mr Dylan, Paul Simon and Willie nelson

[@damesoumbi]

i agree completely

[@realexkav]

maybe cool it down a little bit lel

[@LBones01]

Come on now. Connor may not be talked about much in the mainstream but he's basically an indie god. I'm pretty sure he's happy with that.

[@allib3848]

Nah , bro. Recognition is for the weak. Conor has a TON of loyal, unwavering superfans... If everyone and their mom was into Bright Eyes and C.O.'s other music, it wouldn't be as meaningful for those of us who have felt saved/seen/spiritually transformed by it. I kinda think that the majority of people aren't smart or deep enough to truly appreciate his songwriting and honesty. We don't need to cheapen the beauty with a bunch of swifties and Morgan wallen fans... Am I right?! 😊

[@allib3848]

​@@LBones01💯

[@Sarlizgan]

My dad was one of your biggest fans, and that's a compliment from a lifelong band lead guitarist. He died in 2015. Listening to your song was a moment to hang out with him. Big fan...second generation.

[@dustindenlinger2631]

Whistling tunes from new Bright Eyes is what we all need.

[@Spotto26]

Oh we are so back

[@FrozeMoments]

“Cause we’re comin for ya”

[@tencoconuts679]

More like he's coming for us ❤

[@ambrosefierce2042]

One of my favorite lines in one of my favorite songs. I think about it often.

[@FrozeMoments]

@@ambrosefierce2042 I do also. 👍🏼

[@trickmeownom]

this is so classically bright eyes I LOVE IT SO MUCH

[@m0mb0y]

Yeaaa, this is the anthem for when we take our meds and everything feels ok for a lil while.

[@linbdub]

Been in love/obsessed since 2002. I’m 40 now and the discography is the story of my life… all the ups and downs… what a special group of people!

[@americannightmare2109]

Aging like a fine wine boys

[@candacejohnson8948]

This video is the coolest thing I’ve ever done, and Bright Eyes will forever be my favorite band!!

[@Bandanna-keyring-hardcore]

I’m so jealous! It’s so cool seeing all you beautiful Bright Eyes fans in a music video

[@ambrosefierce2042]

I've been listening to Conor Oberst for more than 20 years; he's one of the greatest lyricists of his (or any) generation. There's something so amazing about his spirit and his vulnerability as an artist. He's indispensable.

[@edluacoles]

Looks like everyone is having the same experience in the comments. Can’t believe I’m in my 30s and still able to enjoy this with the same lustre I did at 15. You guys always seem to time your albums perfectly - just when I needed it the most. Thank you. A million times thank you, for all the memories and life lessons your songs have tied themselves to. Hands down the best lyricist I’ve ever encountered, along with a band that always manage to find the perfect arrangements. I’m not sure if Bright Eyes fits my personality perfectly, or that Bright Eyes has shaped my personality over time, like water over a pebble. Your music has been there with me, every step of the way.

[@AlerpertyDerperty]

Wow. I will always be here cheering and singing word for word with Conor. The way his words follow us through different ages and decades makes them timeless.

[@KnicknackCottonWolf]

Missed this voice so much

[@Vggfcfw]

Nice to have back the same feeling from 4 years ago when Persona Nan Grata was released on here.

[@grolribasi]

How many years, say again? 😮

[@Volgrus]

@@grolribasi omg, 4 years? wtf

[@CoatCheckDream.]

Oh, how can we reconcile?

[@johnes]

I am 8 years old and I loved this band since the womb

[@Savagegardn]

Holy shit! Imagine my surprise when deciding which bright eyes song to play on my walk into work this morning, I see that a NEW song is about to premiere! I’m fan-girl-ing right now.

[@HongYulong]

Thank you Bright Eyes

[@stevenh4557]

Been a fan since I was 15, this band helped me and a lot of other people exponentially. It’s hard for me to pick a favorite show or movie or food when asked but Bright eyes is hands down my favorite band.

[@carokistner3399]

Haha same, Bright Eyes being my favourite band is one of very few constants in my life over the last 19 years 😅

[@muffin9124]

Oh hey it's me

[@stevenh4557]

@@muffin9124❤

[@Waltar100]

Bright Eyes again saving the millenial emos once more

[@danguskhan977]

Lmao, this is insanely accurate. Tomorrow I inch closer to 40, I’m crashing on a couch from relationship drama, but goddamn it the boys blessed me(us) with another banger. Keeping me keeping on today 🖤

[@demob.4725]

I feel this…just turned 36 today..and new bright eyes song?! Happy birthday to me!

[@iamgreenshoes]

@@demob.4725happy birthday!! 😊

[@demob.4725]

@@iamgreenshoes appreciate it!

[@doubleyoubee11]

Just put a grammy on it all ready.

[@LAXTravels]

New Bright Eyes music is the best surprise ever on KZbin! Really looking forward to the new album.

[@zachalessi8438]

One of the bands that made me love music. And each time a new song comes I get to relive that love all over again!

[@obyarnold599]

This is me realizing I aged out of my “their old stuff is better“ phase

[@hollyvalley]

First day of my life came out when I was 12, I feel like I’ve grown with this band and never grown apart. It’s one of the few sounds that I can still feel so intensely. Every song feels like a precious new gift. 🖤

[@Scouser930]

I was not prepared! Damn it! Such a blessing to still have Bright eyes make music. Writing this with tears in my eyes and i don’t even know why! Just wonderful, man

[@lee26th]

I cant wait to hear the rest of the album. God i love this band

[@nickynice9082]

So happy. His voice brings me into my body and out of my mind 💜

[@user-el8xp2ce1t]

Love me some Bright Eyes, those pupils see a lot.

[@bribrilegault]

It's 2024, and this is rad

[@AGhostIsAGhost]

Sonically, lyrically - This is all we could have asked for and more 🙏🖤

[@alexisonfirecrotch]

I love this video!! I’m so happy to be apart of it!! My life is complete now

[@bengonzales1182]

Were you the SoHo girl?

[@samkatz8175]

this is the greatest moment of 2024

[@millsytwenty3]

Just got my tickets for London to see em for the 10th time 🖤. Bright eyes without any doubt in me best band of all time!

[@joeybologna666]

Hell yes. Their music is aging like fine wine. Can’t wait for the new album! Been a fan since 04

[@russellsartor9866]

Woohoo!!!!

[@jweiss]

Group 2 for life

[@everydayisarodeo]

Group 1 here!

[@WackFeels]

Love from Group 1 though!

[@candacejohnson8948]

@@WackFeelsChaz!

[@frankie28lol]

@@WackFeels Chaz!! I saw you in there! so nice to meet you and I hope you're doing well!!

[@WackFeels]

@@frankie28lol it was so great meeting you too!

[@jlemieu]

I'm thinking at 3:37 is the same couple from the end of the First Day of my Life video. But with kids!

[@ogshralpnerd]

Praise the heavens... my man that has made the jamz that saved my life, is still making music.

[@bobbobson8702]

Thought this day would never come

[@carokistner3399]

New Bright Eyes music. Crying tears of joy right now.

[@New98hcllc]

I’ve always considered Connor to be my favorite top 5 artist. In a break up rn, I’m 36. And I play IWAIM to get me through these times. And then he releases a song that it’s so god damn good when I’m going though so much rn. It just makes me fuckin happy. And I still need Connor to sign my read music speak Spanish album….

[@danielprofeta]

Long live Bright Eyes

[@vintagevixen88]

New album comes out on my birthday... I love it very very very much 😉🎶🥰🎶

[@Ectoplasma-re1dg]

"In the photo booth made me hate myself ,what a slob !" Love these relateable lyrics.

[@NeverShoutKaila]

conor and andrew mcmahon have been 2 of the most consistent things in my life for the past 15+ years. i’ll cherish their music forever

[@fadedhome5930]

Being able to be in this video is the coolest thing I have ever done and those two days of filming were the best of my life ❤ love yall!!

[@Scott_Silver]

Happy Sad Bright Eyes, Thank you Conor!

[@snosaerable]

i like to listen to new singles without looking at the music video because i dont want my first impression of the song to be effected by any imagery or aesthetic. pretty crazy sitting in my dark room listening to bright eyes in 2024 like its the year 2000. cool song❤

[@andreshernandez4071]

Estas son las canciones que se inmortalizan que joya como siempre regalando canciones que dejarán huella en nuestras vidas.

[@joonbug203]

Best damn day of the year so far

[@storiestobetold12]

Thank you!!! ❤❤❤

[@NickHuber]

Wow this is really good

[@ohgreatnoodle6974]

Hell yeah

[@marc-andremeunier7986]

I love them

[@SeaFoam18]

The back of my head you can see for .2 seconds a few times looks GREAT!

[@chrismitchell8299]

Same here. Lol

[@fairyfuck8479]

Time stamp or it’s all 🧢

[@nickolasmenez]

just incredible :)

[@zacharyg2555]

It is like Conor writes every step of my life. I always forget I'm waiting till another one comes out

[@GoulahsCollectibles]

I love it Conor!

[@noel.x0]

Thank you I needed this today. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@KenneyCmusic]

Conor still killing it

[@Murphmeister1]

Love from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🫶🏻 God I fcuking love Bright Eyes 😊

[@davedays]

legends 👏

[@codylarue513]

So happy to see Alex from The So So Glos here!

[@dylanowenmusic]

this rules!

[@steveloftus5929]

Great video! ❤Thanks for letting me a part of Bright Eyes history ❤

[@eddymccrary9814]

🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤. Love

[@Sidorio]

Love all the little references to past songs and music videos

[@krystalsrose]

I love Bright Eyes we are so back

[@joelalexander928]

I sense a metamodern bright eyes album...will be remembered as their golden era

[@juliannefiedler8217]

Love you so so so much Bright Eyes. Not sure what I would’ve done without yall.

[@HankMulder69]

Love it. So glad to be anticipating bright eyes. Keep up the inspiring work.

[@championette..]

The sexy truth is out there 😉

[@FernandoPina]

Amazing !!!!!

[@corrolo]

The four winds will land you in a photo booth fighting back against the camera lens. You stay fly though!

[@justinmcnicholl]

Its a really catchy intro. 21 hours to go. Can't wait.

[@aaronorzechowski1971]

It is catchy. Reminds me of a youtube commercial

[@Hilaryhilary953]

Awww another classic! Just what I needed today. Bright Eyes making me feel some kind of way. Love this !!!

[@jPup_]

IT’S SO GOOD 🥹

[@iNEEDANAPx]

LOVE THIS

[@NayruLD]

love the song! it's amazing to have new bright eyes music. it's great to be alive ♥

[@dpopluf7370]

what a beautiful vibe all together

[@Spotto26]

Can’t wait to sing along to this live in London in November

[@boyruns]

Can’t wait to see all our old sad bastard asses at the next live show, love y’all my fellow Emos

[@lonelycrescendo]

My hair is graying as we speak 🤭

[@GhostTypeX]

hell yea!

[@JaxJokes]

Favorite band

[@danguskhan977]

Perfect birthday eve present for me, thanks Bright Eyes! At least something is making me feel special. Thanks for coming to my T.E.D. Talk™️

[@Chimadena13]

Welcome back, guys!

[@nessunolinux]

Wow, a good NEW Bright Eyes song! Been a while.

[@cassiesavage2741]

Love this!!

[@meghannk8269]

So excited!

[@macabrekid5342]

Bro, you can really write a great song.

[@moongazeralligator9293]

I'm so excited I love bright eyes !!!!

[@ajaded1]

Great song.

[@vanessavath9694]

I couldn't be happier ❤ Bright eyes in 2024❤ fuck yes

[@t_o_e_s]

YESSSSSS