In the mid-90s, Omaha’s vibrant music scene centered around places like the Antiquarium and Cog Factory, influencing young artists like Conor Oberst. Starting from age 12, Oberst began writing and recording music, eventually forming the band Bright Eyes. By the early 2000s, Bright Eyes gained critical acclaim with albums addressing personal and political themes, including the impact of the Iraq War. Oberst became a leading voice for a generation, illustrating the shift from local music scenes to global recognition in a digitizing world.
"By 12, he had begun writing his own songs, and by 13 he had recorded his first album, releasing it on his older brother's label and selling it in the record store."
"We loved Spoon, he says. But we didn't know what anyone in the bands looked like, never seen their pictures. There was a lot more mystery and fun to it then."
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