Art is essentially communication. It doesn't exist in a vacuum. That's why people make art, so other people can relate to it.
Conor OberstAs long as I can buy records and books and maybe some clothes, I'm pretty stoked. I don't need a yacht or anything.
Conor OberstMy dad, who plays guitar and piano and was in cover bands, along with my older brother, Matt, taught me guitar and stuff. I started writing acoustic songs and playing by myself in 7th grade.
Conor OberstI liked the idea of having a record that's reggae-influenced but not musically, just lyrically. I think there's so much about Rasta culture that's interesting. Just the idea of preaching one-ness, that we're all in this together. Which I suppose is at the root of most any religion. You're gonna find it, if taken in the right context.
Conor Oberst