Neutral Milk Hotel

On November 21, 1997, Neutral Milk Hotel played a pivotal show at the 40 Watt Club in Athens, GA. By this time, the band had already released their critically acclaimed album, "In the Aeroplane Over the Sea," earlier that same year. This album came to define their unique sound, blending lo-fi aesthetics with deeply poetic lyrics influenced by themes of love, loss, and nostalgia. Interestingly, during this live performance, frontman Jeff Mangum commented on the song 'Aeroplane,' hinting at its transformative essence as they played it in its final form with the full band for the first time. This moment highlights the band's evolution and excitement surrounding their music, as they embraced the raw energy of live performance, captivating audiences with their distinctive style.

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