Tracy Bonham
Tracy Bonham is an American alternative rock singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and two-time Grammy nominee best known for her 1996 hit single "Mother Mother," which topped the Billboard Alternative Airplay chart.[1][2] Born Tracy Kristin Bonham on March 16, 1967, in Eugene, Oregon, where she was raised, she is a classically trained violinist and pianist who blends rock, pop, and jazz influences in her music.[3][4] Her debut album, The Burdens of Being Upright (1996), achieved gold status and marked her breakthrough in the mid-1990s alternative rock scene.[2] Bonham's early interest in music emerged young; she began singing by age five and took up violin lessons at nine, encouraged by her mother, a music teacher, and her father, an editor.[3][4] She received a full violin scholarship to the University of Southern California, attending for two years before transferring to Berklee College of Music in Boston to study voice and continue violin, where she shifted focus to songwriting and became a self-taught guitarist.[3][5] In 1994, she released the single "The One," followed by her debut EP The Liverpool Sessions in 1995, earning Boston Music Awards including Outstanding Local Female Vocalist, Outstanding Debut Rock Album for the EP, and Outstanding Rock Single for "Dandelion."[6] Signed to Island Records, her major-label debut The Burdens of Being Upright propelled "Mother Mother" to #1 on alternative charts and garnered Grammy nominations for Best Alternative Music Performance (album) and Best Female Rock Vocal Performance (single) at the 39th Annual Grammy Awards in 1997.[7][1] Following her initial success, Bonham released Down Here in 2000, incorporating more classical elements, and toured with Lilith Fair.[4] She later joined Blue Man Group as a featured violinist and vocalist after moving to Los Angeles, then returned to Brooklyn to issue independent albums including Blink the Brightest (2005), Masts of Manhatta (2010), Wax & Gold (2015), and Modern Burdens (2017), the latter ranked among Rolling Stone's top 50 albums of that year.[2] In 1998, she married musician Steve Slingeneyer.[4] More recently, Bonham has collaborated on rock-ballet projects with the Eugene Ballet, performed at events like Summerfest in 2024, released her album Sky Too Wide—her first of original material since 2015, crowdfunded via Kickstarter—on June 6, 2025, and continues an active touring schedule, including performances in 2025 and preparations for 2026.[8][2][9]Early life and education
Childhood and family background
Tracy Bonham was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on March 16, 1967, and raised in Eugene, Oregon, in the Pacific Northwest region.[3][10] Her early years were shaped by the local community's vibrant arts scene, where she experienced frequent exposure to music and theater through family friends involved in productions and community events.[11] Bonham grew up in a supportive household influenced by her mother's career as a music educator in the Eugene-Springfield area.[12] Her father, Donn Bonham, worked as the city editor for the Eugene Register-Guard, but he passed away when she was just 18 months old, leaving her mother, Lee Anne Robertson, to raise her amid a network of encouraging theater and music enthusiasts.[11] This environment fostered a sense of belonging despite the family's challenges, with her mother's involvement in community musical theater providing early glimpses into performance that sparked Bonham's curiosity.[11] As a child, Bonham displayed initial curiosity about music, showing a keen interest in singing by age five, often drawing inspiration from her mother's eclectic tastes in artists like Stevie Wonder and The Beatles.[3] She described herself as painfully shy during this period, frequently hiding behind her mother's legs in social settings, yet the supportive family dynamic and local arts exposure helped nurture her emerging creative inclinations before any structured pursuits.[13]Musical training and early influences
Bonham began her formal musical training in Eugene, Oregon, where she started singing at age five, took up classical piano lessons at age seven, and began studying violin at age nine.[14] She received rigorous instruction from local teachers, including those at Roosevelt Junior High School, and developed a strong foundation in classical music through participation in the local youth orchestra and junior symphony programs.[11] This early discipline in violin and piano, supported by playful yet structured encouragement from her family, instilled a deep appreciation for classical techniques and practice routines.[13] During her time at South Eugene High School, Bonham continued her classical studies under school music teachers and string conductors, while also engaging with the local musical theater community, which broadened her exposure to performance.[15] Her early influences were rooted in classical music, shaping her technical skills, alongside pop, R&B, and vocal jazz elements introduced through her mother's musical tastes, such as works by Stevie Wonder and The Beatles.[11] Following high school graduation in 1985, she earned a full scholarship to the University of Southern California (USC) to study violin performance, where she spent two years honing her classical prowess before feeling burnt out from the intensity of composition and practice.[3] In 1987, Bonham moved to Boston and transferred to the Berklee College of Music to focus on voice, with additional studies in violin, aiming to explore jazz singing and songwriting.[16] At Berklee, her coursework emphasized vocal performance and music theory, sparking a shift toward original composition and marking her first amateur experiences, including informal songwriting sessions and local performances in the college environment.[17] After one year, she left Berklee to pursue independent songwriting, later briefly attending the University of Oregon, where she participated in the gospel choir, further blending her classical background with contemporary vocal styles.[18]Career
Breakthrough and major-label debut (1994–1997)
In 1994, Tracy Bonham signed a recording contract with Island Records following the local success of her debut single "The One," which gained traction in the Boston music scene.[19][20] That same year, she began building her profile through live performances and demos, drawing on her classical violin training to craft a distinctive rock sound. In 1995, Island funded the release of her debut EP, The Liverpool Sessions, on the independent CherryDisc label as a strategic move to create an "indie" backstory, though the sessions were actually recorded in Boston; the EP featured tracks like "The One" and showcased her raw, violin-infused style.[21] Bonham's major-label debut album, The Burdens of Being Upright, was released on March 19, 1996, via Island Records, produced by Paul Q. Kolderie and Sean Slade at Fort Apache Studios in Cambridge, Massachusetts.[22] The album blended alternative rock with violin elements, addressing themes of personal struggle and relationships across 12 tracks, including the lead single "Mother Mother," a high-energy critique of materialism inspired by her mother's advice. Other notable songs included "The One," "Navy Bean," and "Sharks Can't Sleep," with Bonham handling vocals, violin, and guitar on most cuts. The record achieved gold certification in the U.S. and several international markets, reflecting its commercial breakthrough.[23][22] The single "Mother Mother" propelled Bonham to national prominence, topping the Billboard Alternative Songs chart for three weeks in June 1996 and marking the last time a solo female artist would do so until 2013; it also reached No. 18 on the Mainstream Rock chart and gained airplay on MTV through its one-take music video directed by Jake Scott.[24] Bonham toured extensively that year, supporting acts in the alt-rock circuit and performing at festivals, including multiple dates on the inaugural Lilith Fair tour in 1997, where she delivered high-energy sets featuring her violin-rock fusion. Her brief classical background enabled this innovative sound, which stood out amid the 1990s grunge and alternative wave, earning her two Grammy nominations in 1997 for Best Alternative Music Album and Best Female Rock Vocal Performance for "Mother Mother."[25][23] This period cemented Bonham's role as a trailblazing female voice in alternative rock, influencing the integration of classical strings into mainstream genres.[21]Label disputes and independent transition (1998–2003)
Following the release of her second album Down Here in 2000, Tracy Bonham encountered substantial difficulties with Island Def Jam Records, stemming from the label's merger with Def Jam in 1998, which severely limited promotion and support for the project.[26][21] The album's rollout was hampered by broader industry upheavals affecting female artists, leading to underwhelming commercial performance despite critical praise for its introspective lyrics and rock arrangements.[26] These challenges marked the beginning of prolonged disputes, culminating in Bonham ending her multi-record contract with the label in late 2001 while in the studio preparing material for a potential third album.[26][21] As a free agent, Bonham relocated to Los Angeles and pivoted to independence, focusing on self-directed projects to regain creative control.[26] In 2001, she contributed the original song "Just Perfect" to the soundtrack for the film Bridget Jones's Diary, showcasing her songwriting versatility outside full-length releases. This period also involved selective session work, including violin and vocal contributions to emerging artists' recordings, though details remain sparse amid her transition.[27] To build her independent network, Bonham assembled a core backing band of collaborators, including bassist Chad Bamford and drummer Brian Nolan, enabling small-scale club and theater tours across the U.S. and Europe that emphasized intimate performances over major-label spectacle.[28] These efforts fostered direct fan connections, setting the stage for her DIY ethos. The culmination of this phase was the self-released Bee EP in November 2003, produced largely by Bonham herself with minimal external intervention to reflect her unfiltered voice.[28][29] Available exclusively at live shows, the five-track collection included originals like "Eyes," "All Thumbs" (co-written with producer Greg Wells), and "Shine," alongside a live rendition of "Freed" and a cover of Led Zeppelin's "Black Dog," blending raw rock energy with violin-driven introspection; the EP contributed to over 12,000 total copies of her self-released EPs sold during tours as featured vocalist and violinist with Blue Man Group on their The Complex outing and subsequent tours.[28][29] This independent milestone not only sustained her career but also symbolized recovery, allowing Bonham to prioritize artistic autonomy over commercial pressures, as echoed in earlier tracks like "Behind Every Good Woman" from Down Here, which addressed female strength amid industry adversity.[26][21][26]Experimental releases and collaborations (2004–2009)
Following her independent transition in the early 2000s, Bonham released her third studio album, Blink the Brightest, on June 21, 2005, through the Zoë imprint of Rounder Records.[30] The record marked a bold artistic evolution, blending folk and gospel influences with indie-pop, bluegrass, and jazz elements in densely arranged compositions featuring vintage keyboards, slide guitar, and vibraphone.[31] Tracks such as "I Miss Nothing" exemplified her willingness to take risks, fusing introspective lyrics with unconventional instrumentation to explore themes of resilience and emotional depth.[32] In late 2006, Bonham issued the self-funded live EP In the City + In the Woods, an 11-track collection capturing performances in contrasting urban and rural environments to highlight the intimacy of her stage presence.[3] The release delved into rootsier territory, including a cover of Beyoncé's "Crazy in Love," while emphasizing her improvisational violin solos that added spontaneous energy to reinterpreted material from her catalog.[18] Bonham expanded her collaborative reach during this era, serving as the featured vocalist and violinist for Blue Man Group's How to Be a Megastar Tour 2.0 arena production in 2006, where she contributed to high-energy theatrical rock arrangements like covers of The Who's "Baba O'Riley."[26] She also made guest appearances with artists including Los Lobos at events such as the 1996 Lowlands Festival, though her mid-2000s work increasingly focused on performance-based partnerships.[33] Bonham's touring shifted toward indie and festival circuits, including performances at South by Southwest in 2005 and Austin City Limits Festival later that year, where she drew enthusiastic responses from alternative crowds by incorporating violin-driven improvisations into her sets.[34][35] This evolution reflected a growing connection with audiences appreciative of her experimental edge, moving away from mainstream venues toward more intimate, genre-blending scenes.Revival projects and covers (2010–2014)
In 2010, Tracy Bonham released her fourth studio album, Masts of Manhatta, through the independent label Engine Room Recordings, marking a significant step in her independent career after self-funding the project by selling over 12,000 copies of previous self-released CDs during tours with Blue Man Group.[26] The album draws inspiration from Walt Whitman's poem "Crossing Brooklyn Ferry," exploring themes of love, self-discovery, and the tension between urban chaos in New York City—particularly her life in Brooklyn—and the tranquility of rural escapes like Woodstock, as reflected in tracks such as "We Moved Our City to the Country" and "Josephine."[36] Produced by Bonham with contributions from guitarist Smokey Hormel and mixed by Tchad Blake on a limited budget, the record emphasizes her violin as the primary instrument alongside layered vocal overdubs, blending contemporary folk and modern rock elements for a quieter, more introspective sound compared to her earlier work.[37] Bonham described the recording process as her most joyful yet, influenced by her yoga practice and newfound personal balance, which infused the album with playful and mature lyricism.[36] Building on this momentum, Bonham participated in a high-profile tribute to Paul McCartney in June 2012, performing as part of a one-night concert in Copenhagen to celebrate the Beatle's 70th birthday, alongside singer-songwriters Tim Christensen and Mike Viola backed by Christensen's band, The Damn Crystals.[3] The event was captured for the live album Pure McCartney, released in February 2013 on Mermaid Records, featuring Bonham's vocals on selections from McCartney's solo catalog, including "Maybe I'm Amazed," "Too Many People," "Dear Boy," and the medley "Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey."[38] The recording process centered on faithful yet energetic reinterpretations performed live, with Bonham contributing her distinctive violin arrangements to enhance the rock and pop structures, drawing from McCartney's post-Beatles era works like Ram and McCartney.[39] During this period, Bonham increased her live performances, integrating her classical violin training into sets that balanced material from Masts of Manhatta with earlier hits, often in intimate venues like New York's Joe's Pub and international spots such as Luxor in Arnhem, Netherlands.[40] These shows highlighted her shift toward indie circuits, where her violin served as a central element in orchestral-like textures, as seen in dynamic renditions of tracks like "Mother Mother" and "Devil's Got Your Boyfriend."[41] Media outlets noted Bonham's "rebirth" in indie music scenes around 2010–2012, praising her artistic independence and evolution from '90s alternative rock stardom to a more personal, folk-infused style free from major-label constraints.[36] Reviews in publications like Slant Magazine lauded the structural depth and New York-rooted wit in Masts of Manhatta, positioning it as a testament to her renewed creative control, while coverage in the Boston Herald emphasized her preference for indie freedom over past commercial pressures.[42][37] This phase solidified her presence in niche audiences, blending revivalist covers with original works reflective of her life in New York.Mature works and recent album (2015–2025)
In 2015, Tracy Bonham released her fifth studio album, Wax & Gold, marking a self-released project through her label A Woody Hollow in partnership with ECR Music Group. The album explores themes of motherhood and introspection, drawing from Bonham's recent adoption of a child from Ethiopia, as evident in tracks like "Luck" and "Black Tears," which reflect on parental hopes and fears. Recorded with a stripped-down approach emphasizing acoustic elements and her violin, the record received praise for its intimate folk-rock sound, produced and mixed by Kevin Salem.[43][44] Following this, Bonham revisited her breakthrough debut in 2017 with Modern Burdens, a full re-recording of The Burdens of Being Upright featuring updated arrangements that blend her original alt-rock energy with contemporary production. Released on October 13 via her independent label, the album includes guest vocals from artists like Nicole Atkins on "Tell It to the Sky" and Rachael Yamagata on "Kisses," showcasing Bonham's matured vocal delivery and orchestral touches. Produced by John Wlaysewski and mastered by Kevin Salem, it celebrated the 20th anniversary of her major-label start while highlighting her evolution beyond early commercial pressures.[45][46] After a period of creative hiatus focused on family and selective performances, Bonham reignited her songwriting through collaborations, culminating in her seventh studio album, Sky Too Wide, released on June 6, 2025, via A Woody Hollow. Funded by a successful Kickstarter campaign launched on March 16, 2025, which raised over $34,000 from 336 backers, the album fuses edgy pop structures with classical elegance and jazz influences, featuring upright bassist Rene Hart and drummer Alvester Garnett on several tracks. Lead single "Jumping Bean" (Sky Wide Version) premiered with a music video filmed in April 2024 during a performance with the Eugene Ballet Company, choreographed by Suzanne Haag to evoke themes of defiance and renewal. Bonham described the project as a reflection of her unfiltered artistic voice after nearly a decade without new originals.[47][48][49][50] Supporting these releases, Bonham maintained a steady touring presence, including a headline set at Summerfest in Milwaukee on June 27, 2024, where she performed a mix of classics and previews from Sky Too Wide alongside Hart and Garnett. In 2025, she headlined City Winery in Boston on June 30, sharing the bill with Jeffrey Gaines and emphasizing piano-driven arrangements from her latest work. Additionally, Bonham expanded into multidisciplinary projects, collaborating with the Eugene Ballet Company in April 2024 at the Hult Center, incorporating selections from over 30 years of her repertoire into live music and choreography exploring themes of discipline, emotion, and gender dynamics. In a June 2025 interview, Bonham reflected on her career longevity, noting the "redo" aspect of renewal as a source of power and beauty in her ongoing evolution. Following the release, Bonham continued touring, including performances at the Iridium in New York on January 31, 2026 (scheduled), and received positive reviews for the album's blend of pop, classical, and jazz elements.[51][52][53]Personal life
Family and relationships
Tracy Bonham was first married to musician Steve Slingeneyer, a member of the band Soulwax, for three years; the couple divorced around 2000-2001 following the release of her album Down Here. In 2005, she began a relationship with Jason Fine, then executive editor of Rolling Stone magazine, and the two married in 2006, remaining together for 15 years until initiating divorce proceedings in 2021. Bonham has cited the emotional strain of the marriage, including feelings of isolation and lack of support, as factors in the split, though she emphasized her efforts to maintain the union for the sake of their family. Following the divorce, she entered a relationship with musician Rene Hart, a bassist with whom she has collaborated creatively. In 2012, Bonham and Fine adopted their son, Selman, who was born in Ethiopia in 2010. The adoption process profoundly impacted the family, prompting a reevaluation of their living arrangements and Bonham's priorities as a mother; she has described the journey as building a "non-traditional family" rooted in radical honesty and deep affection. Selman's Ethiopian heritage has been a point of ongoing connection for Bonham, who has publicly expressed gratitude to his birth mother and reflected on the cultural richness it brought into their lives. Bonham and her family primarily reside in Brooklyn, New York, while maintaining a home in Woodstock, New York, where she often records music and seeks balance amid her touring schedule. She has spoken about the challenges of integrating motherhood with her career, noting that Selman's presence became a driving force in her personal growth and decision-making, including ending her marriage to model emotional resilience for him. This family-centered perspective influenced thematic elements in her post-2010 work, such as the exploration of motherhood and heritage in her 2015 album Wax & Gold. In 2023, amid her divorce, Bonham was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer. She underwent treatment and entered remission by 2024, later describing the experience as an "opportunity to turn inward" and a gift for personal reflection.Philanthropic involvement
Tracy Bonham has been actively involved in philanthropic efforts centered on music education for children, drawing from her classical training in violin and piano to promote accessible learning opportunities. In 2020, she co-founded Melodeon Music House, an educational program designed to foster musical development in young children through interactive classes emphasizing theory, harmony, and emotional well-being. The initiative launched amid the COVID-19 pandemic, initially offering hundreds of virtual sessions via Zoom to ensure continuity for families facing disruptions in traditional schooling. Bonham's work with Melodeon extends her commitment to non-professional music education, aiming to connect children to their emotions and communities through song and movement, inspired by 1970s educational programs like Sesame Street. She has described the program as an essential tool for children's self-expression and global awareness, with ongoing classes and performances, such as family-oriented events at venues like Maverick Concerts in 2024. This effort aligns with broader support for youth music initiatives, as Bonham has backed programs that provide instruction to children in various settings. Tied to her roots in Eugene, Oregon, Bonham's philanthropy emphasizes arts access for underserved youth, reflecting her belief in the value of robust public school music programs she experienced growing up. Post-2015, her sustained involvement includes expanding Melodeon into a curriculum-based resource, prioritizing emotional and creative growth over professional training.Musical style and influences
Signature style and instrumentation
Tracy Bonham's signature style fuses her classical training on violin with the raw energy of alternative rock, creating a distinctive sound that layers intricate string melodies over driving rhythms and guitar riffs. As a classically trained violinist, she often employs the instrument as both a lead and rhythmic element, incorporating effects such as pitch-shifting to add experimental textures and depth to her alt-rock arrangements.[54] This approach allows the violin to bridge melodic sophistication with rock's intensity, evident in her ability to weave classical phrasing into contemporary structures without overpowering the ensemble.[15] Central to Bonham's instrumentation are her piano playing and vocal delivery, which provide emotional anchors in her compositions. On piano, she contributes harmonic foundations and subtle textures, shifting from delicate arpeggios to fuller chord progressions that support her songs' narrative arcs. Her vocals are versatile and expressive, capable of conveying wit, vulnerability, and intensity through a wide dynamic range that alternates between intimate whispers and powerful belts, enhancing the emotive core of her performances.[15][55] Over time, Bonham has evolved her live style to incorporate jazz-inflected improvisation and electronic elements, expanding her multi-instrumentalist role across violin, piano, and guitar to adapt tracks fluidly during shows. In live settings, she frequently performs solo or with minimal setups, using technology to augment her sound—such as effects pedals for added layers—while drawing on her jazz singing background for spontaneous phrasing.[56][57] Her band configurations have varied, often featuring longtime collaborators like bassist Rene Hart and drummer Alvester Garnett for a tight, organic rhythm section that complements her string work, allowing her to emphasize her prowess as a one-woman orchestra in both intimate and full-band contexts.[58][59]Key influences and evolution
Tracy Bonham's early musical development was deeply rooted in classical training, beginning with violin and piano studies in her youth in Eugene, Oregon. She initially aspired to emulate virtuosos like Itzhak Perlman, envisioning a career in classical performance before shifting directions during her time at the Berklee College of Music. This foundation blended with emerging rock influences, particularly from the alternative scene, where artists such as PJ Harvey inspired her raw, emotive style. Bonham has cited Harvey, along with The Pixies, Liz Phair, and Nirvana, as key favorites that shaped her transition to rock songwriting in the early 1990s.[60][19] In the 1990s, Bonham immersed herself in the alternative rock landscape, channeling her violin into energetic, violin-driven rock that captured the era's intensity, as seen in her debut album's hit "Mother Mother." This period marked a pivotal fusion of her classical precision with the rebellious energy of alt-rock, allowing her to stand out among contemporaries. By the 2000s, following label challenges, her sound evolved toward indie and folk elements, incorporating more introspective lyrics and hybrid arrangements of folk, rock, and ornate pop, reflecting a maturation in her songwriting. This shift emphasized heartfelt themes over high-energy anthems, evident in releases like Blink the Brightest (2005).[61][62] Bonham's influences continued to broaden through collaborations and tributes, notably her participation in the 2012 "Pure McCartney" concert in Copenhagen, celebrating Paul McCartney's 70th birthday alongside Tim Christensen and Mike Viola, where she performed McCartney's catalog with her distinctive violin flourishes. This event highlighted her appreciation for melodic pop craftsmanship, informing later works. By 2025, with the release of Sky Too Wide, Bonham's evolution reached a reflective pinnacle, integrating classical idols like Ravel, Debussy, and Chopin with jazz and indie sensibilities to create elegant, mature pop infused with strings and freeform improvisation. This arc—from violin-propelled alt-rock to contemplative, genre-blending songwriting—underscores her lifelong pursuit of emotional depth and innovation.[63][64][52]Discography
Studio albums
Tracy Bonham's debut studio album, The Burdens of Being Upright, was released on March 19, 1996, by Island Records. The album achieved gold certification in the United States, Canada, and Australia, driven by the hit single "Mother Mother." It peaked at number 106 on the Billboard 200 chart. Produced by Paul Kolderie and Sean Slade, the record blends alternative rock with Bonham's violin work and introspective lyrics. The tracklist is as follows:- Mother Mother (3:01)
- Navy Bean (2:49)
- Tell It to the Sky (4:05)
- Kisses (2:20)
- Brain Crack (1:04)
- The One (3:26)
- Water and Salt (3:02)
- Dogs of War (3:15)
- Horse (3:06)
- Going to Boston (2:25)
- The Real Truth (3:15)
- 30 Seconds (2:31)[65][66]
- Freed (4:14)
- Behind Every Good Woman (4:15)
- You Don't Know Me (3:55)
- Fake It (3:08)
- Cold Day in Hell (4:25)
- Jumping Bean (3:35)
- Oasis Hotel (4:06)
- Second Wind (3:47)
- Thumbelina (4:53)
- Meathook (3:40)[54][67][68]
- Something Beautiful (4:17)
- I Was Born Without You (3:45)
- And the World Has the Nerve to Keep Turning (4:46)
- Eyes (3:44)
- Take Your Love Out on Me (4:32)
- Whether You Fall (4:18)
- I'm Not a Machine (3:16)
- Shiver (3:48)
- All Thumbs (3:51)
- Fickle (3:20)
- Wilting Flower (3:48)[32][69][31][70]
- Devil's Got Your Boyfriend (4:37)
- Your Night Is Wide Open (4:27)
- Big Red Heart (4:40)
- Josephine (4:13)
- When You Laugh the World Laughs with You (5:48)
- We Moved Our City to the Country (5:48)
- Reciprocal Feelings (3:58)
- In the Moonlight (4:15)
- You're My Isness (3:43)
- Lake of Fire (4:02)[71][42][72][73]
- Noonday Demon (3:37)
- Luck (3:06)
- Wax & Gold (3:21)
- This Here's My Grandpa's Guitar (4:56)
- Oh McKenzie Silver Water (3:06)
- Gonegonegone (3:08)
- Black Tears (3:28)
- From the Tree to the Hand to the Page (3:45)
- Under the Ruby Moon (3:12)
- LoveLoveLoveLoveLove (3:40)
- One of These Days (4:02)[74][75][44][76]
- Modern Burdens (3:22)
- Mother Mother (3:00)
- Navy Bean (2:50)
- Tell It to the Sky (4:10)
- Kisses (2:25)
- The One (3:30)
- Water and Salt (3:05)
- Dogs of War (3:20)
- Horse (3:10)
- Going to Boston (2:30)
- The Real Truth (3:20)
- 30 Seconds (2:35)[77][78]
- Give Us Something to Feel (Sky Wide Version) (5:16)
- The Uncertain Sun (5:59)
- Dear God, Should I Hit Send? (6:30)
- Jumping Bean (Sky Wide Version) (4:20)
- Damn the Sky (For Being Too Wide) (4:45)
- Don't Dick Around with My Heart (5:10)
- Blackbird (4:50)
- The One (Sky Wide Version) (5:00)
- Sky Too Wide (3:44)[47][79][80][48][81]