Bright Eyes's 2003 Concert History

Bright Eyes is an American indie rock band formed in 1995 in Omaha, Nebraska. Led by Conor Oberst, the band is known for its introspective and personal lyrics, diverse musical styles, and Conor's distinctive and emotional voice. Over the years, various musicians have contributed to the project, creating a sound that has been described as one of the most innovative and influential of the 2000s. With a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim, Bright Eyes has released several albums and has become a staple of the indie rock genre. Their music explores themes of love, loss, depression, and heartache, and has captured the hearts of listeners around the world.

Date Concert Venue Location
Dec 27, 2003
Bright Eyes / Simon Joyner
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The Rose Theater Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Nov 21, 2003
Bright Eyes
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The Knitting Factory New York, New York, United States
Sep 19, 2003 –
Sep 21, 2003
Austin City Limits Music Festival 2003
Jack Johnson / The Shins / Spoon / Bright Eyes / Al Green / The Dandy Warhols / O.A.R. / Yo La Tengo / Michael Franti & Spearhead / Howie Day / Gary Clark Jr. / Steve Earle / Steve Winwood / Alexi Murdoch / Lucinda Williams / Josh Ritter / Los Lobos / Donavon Frankenreiter / G. Love & Special Sauce / R.E.M. / Beth Orton / Midlake / Ween / Drive-By Truckers / Ben Kweller / Liz Phair / Dwight Yoakam / Julieta Venegas / Café Tacvba / Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals / Los Lonely Boys / Nickel Creek / Shawn Colvin / The Pierces / The Polyphonic Spree / Patty Griffin / Mason Jennings / The Jayhawks / Old 97's / Mavis Staples / Galactic / Robert Earl Keen / The String Cheese Incident / Robert Randolph & The Family Band / Cody Chesnutt / The Mavericks / Kaki King / Yonder Mountain String Band / Keller Williams / Hank Williams III / Cross Canadian Ragweed / Bob Schneider / Ed Harcourt / Rebirth Brass Band / Rosanne Cash / North Mississippi Allstars / Reckless Kelly / Asleep At the Wheel / Mindy Smith / Soulive / Martin Sexton / Billy Joe Shaver / Tift Merritt / Leftover Salmon / Jay Farrar / Kermit Ruffins / Richard Buckner / Ruthie Foster / Karl Denson's Tiny Universe / Warrior / Wayne Hancock / Paul Thorn / Particle / Bruce Robison / Charlie Hunter Trio / Terri Hendrix / Ian Moore / The Derailers / Tim Easton / Caitlin Cary / Doyle Bramhall / Del Castillo / John Eddie / Joe Firstman / Justin King / Topaz / Jeff Klein / Beaver Nelson / W.C. Clark / Patrice Pike / Joe McDermott / Endochine / Corn Mo / The Gospel Stars / The Damnations / Pauline Reese / Craig Ross / The Bells Of Joy / The Electric Church / Monte Warden / The Durdens / Jane Bond / Kevin McKinney / Natalie Zoe / The Gospelaires / J.T. Van Zandt / The Shields of Faith / Spacetruck / The Faithful Gospel Singers / Mr. Johnny / The Mighty Sincere Voices of Navasota / Cowgirl Sue / Jelly Dots / pat Green / the Gourds / Abra moore / Kings Of Leon / Jimmy Lafave / shawn camp Show all bands
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Zilker Metropolitan Park Austin, Texas, United States
Aug 24, 2003
Belle and Sebastian / Bright Eyes
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Greek Theatre Los Angeles, California, United States
Aug 23, 2003
Gipsy Kings / Belle and Sebastian / Bright Eyes Greek Theatre Los Angeles, California, United States
Aug 21, 2003
Belle and Sebastian / Bright Eyes William Randolph Hearst Greek Theatre, University of California, Berkeley Berkeley, California, United States
Aug 18, 2003
Beck / Bright Eyes
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Stadtpark Hamburg Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
Aug 14, 2003 –
Aug 15, 2003
FM4 Frequency Festival 2003
Metallica / Beck / Placebo / Bright Eyes / Travis / Ladytron / Ash / Caesars / Grandaddy / The Notwist / Seeed / Heather Nova / De-Phazz / Sportfreunde Stiller / Wir sind Helden / Tahiti 80 / Louie Austen / Kettcar / Absolute Beginner / Xploding Plastix / Tomte / Console / Puppetmastaz / Blumfeld / International Pony / Kante / Terrorgruppe / Die Goldenen Zitronen / bauchklang / Kinderzimmer Productions / See-saw / 3 Feet Smaller / Main Concept / Nova International / Christoph & Lollo / Petsch Moser / Jugendstil Show all bands
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Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria
Show Duplicate for Aug 14, 2003
Aug 08, 2003 –
Aug 09, 2003
Haldern Pop Festival 2003
Amphibic / Aqualung / Belasco / Bolk / Bright Eyes / Daily Milk / Dead Man Ray / Ed Harcourt / Evan Dando / Frank Popp Ensemble / Isolation Years / Kaizers Orchestra / Kashmir / Koufax / Patti Smith And Band / Spinvis / The Cardigans / The Raveonettes / Toulouse / Under Byen / Xploding Plastix Show all bands
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Alter Reitplatz Haldern, Germany
Aug 07, 2003
Bright Eyes / British Sea Power / Rosie Thomas O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire London, England, United Kingdom
Aug 06, 2003
The Cribs / Bright Eyes / Rosie Thomas
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Manchester Academy Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Aug 05, 2003
Bright Eyes / The Postal Service Glasgow University Union (GUU) Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Aug 02, 2003
Bright Eyes / Tilly And The Wall club laga Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 01, 2003
Bright Eyes / Tilly And The Wall
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Newport Music Hall Columbus, Ohio, United States
Jul 30, 2003
Bright Eyes / Adam Green
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The Abbey Pub
Jul 06, 2003
Azure Ray / Bright Eyes / Pedro The Lion

Pedro the Lion / Azure Ray / Bright Eyes

Sokol Underground Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Jun 07, 2003
Field Day 2003
Radiohead / Blur / Bright Eyes / Beastie Boys / My Morning Jacket / Underworld / Spiritualized / Beth Orton / Liz Phair / Elliott Smith
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Giants Stadium East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States
May 11, 2003
Arab Strap / Bright Eyes / Head Of Femur

Bright Eyes / Arab Strap / Head Of Femur

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Sokol Auditorium Omaha, Nebraska, United States
May 10, 2003
Bright Eyes / Arab Strap / Head Of Femur
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First Avenue and 7th St Entry - Mainroom Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
May 09, 2003
Bright Eyes Barrymore Theatre Madison, Wisconsin, United States

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Arab Strap / Bright Eyes / Head Of Femur
May 11, 2003
 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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Arab Strap / Bright Eyes / Head Of Femur
May 11, 2003
 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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Arab Strap / Bright Eyes / Head Of Femur
May 11, 2003
 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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Arab Strap / Bright Eyes / Head Of Femur
May 11, 2003
 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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Arab Strap / Bright Eyes / Head Of Femur
May 11, 2003
 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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Arab Strap / Bright Eyes / Head Of Femur
May 11, 2003
 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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Bright Eyes / Simon Joyner on Dec 27, 2003 [616-small]

Bright Eyes / Simon Joyner
Dec 27, 2003
 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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Bright Eyes / Simon Joyner on Dec 27, 2003 [617-small]

Bright Eyes / Simon Joyner
Dec 27, 2003
 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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Bright Eyes / Arab Strap / Simon Joyner
Apr 13, 2003
 Tucson, Arizona, United States
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Bright Eyes
Apr 29, 2003
 Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Arab Strap / Bright Eyes / Head Of Femur
May 11, 2003
 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
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Belle and Sebastian / Bright Eyes on Aug 24, 2003 [893-small]

Belle and Sebastian / Bright Eyes
Aug 24, 2003
 Los Angeles, California, United States
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


How many concerts has Bright Eyes had?

Bright Eyes has had 742 concerts.

What genre is Bright Eyes?

Bright Eyes is most often considered to be Rock, Indie, Indie Rock, Folk, United States, Singer-Songwriter, Indie Pop, Folk Rock, Indie Folk, Stomp And Holler, Chamber Pop, Alternative Country, Melancholia, Anti-Folk, and Omaha Indie.

When is the next Bright Eyes concert?

The next Bright Eyes concert is on October 11, 2024 at Downtown Las Vegas Event Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. The bands performing are: Bright Eyes / Sunny Day Real Estate / Cap'n Jazz / The Jesus Lizard / Unwound / The Dismemberment Plan / Built to Spill / American Football / The Get Up Kids / Jawbox / Pinback / The Murder City Devils / Braid / Karate / Hot Rod Circuit / Rainer Maria / Piebald / Everyone Asked About You / The Anniversary / Algernon Cadwallader / Mannequin Pussy / Momma / Fiddlehead / Foxing / La Dispute / Drug Church / Sweet Pill / From Indian Lake / Pool Kids / Vs Self / Home is Where / Form of Rocket / Recover / Worlds Worst / Hello Mary / Bug Bath / Rocket / Phony / Boyfriend Sushi Town.

When was the last Bright Eyes concert?

The last Bright Eyes concert was on November 09, 2023 at San Fran in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand.

What setlist does Bright Eyes play live?

The songs that Bright Eyes performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the November 09, 2023 concert at San Fran in Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand:

  1. An Attempt to Tip the Scales
  2. Gold Mine Gutted
  3. We Are Nowhere and It's Now
  4. Down in a Rabbit Hole
  5. Mariana Trench
  6. I Won't Ever Be Happy Again
  7. Method Acting
  8. Jejune Stars
  9. Carmelita
  10. Forced Convalescence
  11. Ladder Song
  12. Southern State
  13. Hit the Switch
  14. Persona non grata
  15. Shell Games
  16. First Day of My Life
  17. Train Under Water
  18. Lover I Don't Have to Love
  19. Another Travelin' Song
  20. Lua

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