Neva Dinova
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Neva Dinova is an indie band from Omaha, Nebraska
. Neva Dinova is named after the grandmother of lead singer Jake Bellows. They have been on crank! a record company (though their second release was licensed to Sidecho Records
), and have recorded a split-release with Bright Eyes entitled "One Jug Of Wine, Two Vessels" that was also released on crank! a record company. In April 2008, Neva Dinova released their first album from Saddle Creek Records entitled, "You May Already Be Dreaming". Drummer Roger Lewis is also the drummer for fellow Saddle Creek band, The Good Life
. Jake Bellows remained a key associate with Bright Eyes in 2006 and 2007 and contributed to the album Cassadaga
.
Saddle Creek records
is planning to re-release Neva Dinova's earlier albums.
Neva Dinova's music is a mix of folk, psychedelia, rock, acoustic, and country, but their sound is difficult to classify. They are known for having small but intimate live shows.
In a 2007 interview, Conor Oberst revealed that his favorite album to record was One Jug of Wine, Two Vessels
with Neva Dinova, and proceeded to talk about them.
Saddle Creek reissued the 2004 EP One Jug of Wine, Two Vessels
on March 23rd 2010. This reissue included the original tracks as well as 4 new tracks that were recorded in late 2009.
Omaha, Nebraska
Omaha is the largest city in the state of Nebraska, United States, and is the county seat of Douglas County. It is located in the Midwestern United States on the Missouri River, about 20 miles north of the mouth of the Platte River...
. Neva Dinova is named after the grandmother of lead singer Jake Bellows. They have been on crank! a record company (though their second release was licensed to Sidecho Records
SideCho Records
SideCho Records is an independent record label based in Long Beach, California. It has been around since at least 2003, but doesn't list a history on its website.-Artists:* Those Mockingbirds* Peachcake* Charlemagne* Neva Dinova* The Pale Pacific...
), and have recorded a split-release with Bright Eyes entitled "One Jug Of Wine, Two Vessels" that was also released on crank! a record company. In April 2008, Neva Dinova released their first album from Saddle Creek Records entitled, "You May Already Be Dreaming". Drummer Roger Lewis is also the drummer for fellow Saddle Creek band, The Good Life
The Good Life (band)
The Good Life is an indie rock band on Saddle Creek records.Started as a solo project of Cursive's frontman Tim Kasher, The Good Life quickly grew to become its own established group. The original intent of The Good Life was to provide Tim Kasher with a vehicle to perform songs that did not fit...
. Jake Bellows remained a key associate with Bright Eyes in 2006 and 2007 and contributed to the album Cassadaga
Cassadaga (album)
Cassadaga is the seventh studio album by Bright Eyes, released on April 10, 2007. Around 25 to 30 songs were recorded in 2006, with 13 of these appearing on the final track list...
.
Saddle Creek records
Saddle Creek Records
Saddle Creek Records is an American record label based in Omaha, Nebraska. Started as a college class project on entrepreneurship, the label was founded by Conor Oberst and Justin Oberst in 1993 . Conor soon turned over his role in the company to Robb Nansel...
is planning to re-release Neva Dinova's earlier albums.
Neva Dinova's music is a mix of folk, psychedelia, rock, acoustic, and country, but their sound is difficult to classify. They are known for having small but intimate live shows.
In a 2007 interview, Conor Oberst revealed that his favorite album to record was One Jug of Wine, Two Vessels
One Jug of Wine, Two Vessels
One Jug of Wine, Two Vessels is a collaborative split EP by Bright Eyes and Neva Dinova. It was released in 2004 on Crank! Records. It was also re-released on CD/LP/Digital by Saddle Creek Records on March 23, 2010, with four newly-recorded bonus tracks not included on the original release.-Track...
with Neva Dinova, and proceeded to talk about them.
Saddle Creek reissued the 2004 EP One Jug of Wine, Two Vessels
One Jug of Wine, Two Vessels
One Jug of Wine, Two Vessels is a collaborative split EP by Bright Eyes and Neva Dinova. It was released in 2004 on Crank! Records. It was also re-released on CD/LP/Digital by Saddle Creek Records on March 23, 2010, with four newly-recorded bonus tracks not included on the original release.-Track...
on March 23rd 2010. This reissue included the original tracks as well as 4 new tracks that were recorded in late 2009.
Albums
- Neva Dinova (2002) Released on crank! a record company.
- The Hate Yourself Change (2005) Released on crank! a record company. Licensed to Sidecho RecordsSideCho RecordsSideCho Records is an independent record label based in Long Beach, California. It has been around since at least 2003, but doesn't list a history on its website.-Artists:* Those Mockingbirds* Peachcake* Charlemagne* Neva Dinova* The Pale Pacific...
- You May Already Be Dreaming (2008) Released April 8, 2008, on Saddle Creek recordsSaddle Creek RecordsSaddle Creek Records is an American record label based in Omaha, Nebraska. Started as a college class project on entrepreneurship, the label was founded by Conor Oberst and Justin Oberst in 1993 . Conor soon turned over his role in the company to Robb Nansel...
. - Neva Dinova (2009 Reissue) Released on Saddle Creek recordsSaddle Creek RecordsSaddle Creek Records is an American record label based in Omaha, Nebraska. Started as a college class project on entrepreneurship, the label was founded by Conor Oberst and Justin Oberst in 1993 . Conor soon turned over his role in the company to Robb Nansel...
. - Live at Slowdown (2010) (Solo set) Released December 18th, 2010 on Jake Bellows website.
Singles & EPs
- One Jug of Wine, Two VesselsOne Jug of Wine, Two VesselsOne Jug of Wine, Two Vessels is a collaborative split EP by Bright Eyes and Neva Dinova. It was released in 2004 on Crank! Records. It was also re-released on CD/LP/Digital by Saddle Creek Records on March 23, 2010, with four newly-recorded bonus tracks not included on the original release.-Track...
(2010 Reissue) Released on [Saddle Creek records] - One Jug of Wine, Two VesselsOne Jug of Wine, Two VesselsOne Jug of Wine, Two Vessels is a collaborative split EP by Bright Eyes and Neva Dinova. It was released in 2004 on Crank! Records. It was also re-released on CD/LP/Digital by Saddle Creek Records on March 23, 2010, with four newly-recorded bonus tracks not included on the original release.-Track...
(2004) (a collaborative effort with Bright Eyes) Released on crank! a record company - Race For Titles/Neva Dinova Split 7" (2002) Released on Redemption Recording co.
Band members
- Heath Koontz - Bassist/Keyboards
- Jake Bellows - Guitarist/Vocals
- Mike Kratky - Guitarist/Bartender
- Tim Haes - Guitarist
- Roger Lewis - Drums