Desaparecidos

The Profile

Desaparecidos is an American indie rock/emo band from Omaha, Nebraska, fronted by Conor Oberst. They debuted with Read Music/Speak Spanish (2002), reunited in the 2010s, and released Payola (2015).

Formed in Omaha, Nebraska; led by Conor Oberst (vocals, guitar). Known lineup includes Denver Dalley (guitar), Landon Hedges (bass, vocals), Ian McElroy (keyboards), and Matt Baum (drums). Albums: Read Music/Speak Spanish (2002) and Payola (2015).

A single review traces Desaparecidos as a short-lived Omaha outfit led by Conor Oberst, leaning emo with post-hardcore edges and pop-friendly keyboards. Read Music/Speak Spanish gets praise for songs like Manana and Greater Omaha, and for its lyrical critique of American consumerism. Keyboards are sometimes deemed intrusive, with Mall of America cited as a weak spot. Overall, the album is recommended beyond genre diehards.