Opaque Gold Vinyl. It’s the desire to celebrate their sonic bounty that first got Oberst and the band excited about the idea of comprehensive reissues. But this wouldn’t be a Bright Eyes project if a moment devoted to appreciating the past weren’t turned into an opportunity to connect with the future. That’s where the nine companion EPs come in. Or as Oberst puts it, “the supplemental reading” for the primary reissues: One six-track EP per reissued album, each featuring five reworked songs from that album. “My thing was they had to sound different from the originals, we had to mess with them in a substantial way.” Plus one cover that felt “of the era” in which that particular albums was made – a song that meant something to the band at the time. To help the EPs come alive in the fullest way, Bright Eyes called in lots of old friends, like Bridgers, M. Ward, and Welch and Rawlings, as well as new ones like Katie Crutchfield of Waxahatchee.

1 Haligh, Haligh, a Lie, Haligh (Companion Version)

2 A Scale, a Mirror, and Those Indifferent Clocks (Companion Version)

3 Arienette (Companion Version)

4 Hypnotist (Song for Daniel H)

5 When the Curious Girl Realizes She Is Under Glass (Companion Version)

6 A Spindle, a Darkness, a Fever, and a Necklace (Companion Version)

Dive into the intimate world of Conor Oberst’s raw songwriting with this essential companion to Bright Eyes’ landmark album. Fevers and Mirrors: A Companion captures the emotional depth and lo-fi authenticity that defined a generation of indie folk. Perfect for collectors and devoted fans seeking deeper insight into one of the most influential albums of the 2000s. Experience the vulnerability and artistic vision that established Bright Eyes as a cornerstone of modern alternative music.