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{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| image = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| caption = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| background = group_or_band
| origin = [[Seattle|Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[emo]]
| years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 {{nowrap|2009–present}}
| label = [[Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| website = {{URL|http://sunnydayrealestate.fm}}
| current_members = [[Dan Hoerner]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Nate Mendel]] [[Jeremy Enigk]]
| past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[emo]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |year=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0-9729276-9-7}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |year=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0-7432-0169-8}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>[http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]".<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===''Diary'' and ''LP2''===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]],<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref> Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad. For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ-FM|KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed "To Seth and other readers", Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that He hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of ''LP2'', he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com">[http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref>

After the breakup, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===Reformation===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>{{cite web|last=Moss |first=Corey |url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml |title=Emo Stars Worship Them, So Should Sunny Day Real Estate Reunite? - Music, Celebrity, Artist News |publisher=MTV |date=2006-10-16 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>[http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61 ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=by Leor |url=http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate Reunion in 2009? | Perfect Lines |publisher=Perfectlines.wordpress.com |date=2009-03-17 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by Seattle radio DJ [[Andrew Harms]] from [[107.7 The End]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/ |title=107.7 The End » harms blog |publisher=Blogs.1077theend.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, Washington]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2 |title=Sub Pop Records |publisher=Subpop.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>{{cite web|last=Day |first=Sunny |url=http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate In Concert |publisher=NPR |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29 at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album |title=New Sunny Day Real Estate Album Coming |publisher=Buzzgrinder.com |date=2009-09-24 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm |title=Sunny Day Real Estate on |publisher=Fasterlouder.com.au |date=2010-02-02 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> However, as of 2012, no new material or tour dates have been announced, and Mendel has returned to recording and touring with Foo Fighters.

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet |title=Sub Pop Turns 20, Sends Zach Braff An FTD Bouquet | Music News, Reviews, and Gossip on |publisher=Idolator.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

==Discography==
{{main|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |year=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0-595-51835-4}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| image = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| caption = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| background = group_or_band
| origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[emo]], [[post-hardcore]], [[indie rock]]
| years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 {{nowrap|2009–present}}
| label = [[Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| website = {{URL|http://sunnydayrealestate.fm}}
| current_members = [[Dan Hoerner]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Nate Mendel]] [[Jeremy Enigk]]
| past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[Rock music|rock]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |year=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |year=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>[http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]".<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===''Diary'' and ''LP2''===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]],<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref> Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad. For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ-FM|KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed "To Seth and other readers", Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that He hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of ''LP2'', he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com">[http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref>

After the breakup, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===Reformation===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>{{cite web|last=Moss |first=Corey |url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml |title=Emo Stars Worship Them, So Should Sunny Day Real Estate Reunite? - Music, Celebrity, Artist News |publisher=MTV |date=2006-10-16 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>[http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61 ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=by Leor |url=http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate Reunion in 2009? | Perfect Lines |publisher=Perfectlines.wordpress.com |date=2009-03-17 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by Seattle radio DJ [[Andrew Harms]] from [[107.7 The End]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/ |title=107.7 The End » harms blog |publisher=Blogs.1077theend.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, Washington]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2 |title=Sub Pop Records |publisher=Subpop.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>{{cite web|last=Day |first=Sunny |url=http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate In Concert |publisher=NPR |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29 at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album |title=New Sunny Day Real Estate Album Coming |publisher=Buzzgrinder.com |date=2009-09-24 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm |title=Sunny Day Real Estate on |publisher=Fasterlouder.com.au |date=2010-02-02 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> However, as of 2012, no new material or tour dates have been announced, and Mendel has returned to recording and touring with Foo Fighters.

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet |title=Sub Pop Turns 20, Sends Zach Braff An FTD Bouquet | Music News, Reviews, and Gossip on |publisher=Idolator.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

==Discography==
{{main|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |year=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

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{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| image = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| caption = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| background = group_or_band
| origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[Emo]]
| years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 {{nowrap|2009–present}}
| label = [[Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| website = {{URL|http://sunnydayrealestate.fm}}
| current_members = [[Dan Hoerner]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Nate Mendel]] [[Jeremy Enigk]]
| past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American rock band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. In the 1990s, the group expanded upon the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |year=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |year=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>[http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]".<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===''Diary'' and ''LP2''===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]],<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref> Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad. For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ-FM|KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed "To Seth and other readers", Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of ''LP2'', he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com">[http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref>

After the breakup, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===Reformation===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>{{cite web|last=Moss |first=Corey |url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml |title=Emo Stars Worship Them, So Should Sunny Day Real Estate Reunite? - Music, Celebrity, Artist News |publisher=MTV |date=2006-10-16 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>[http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61 ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=by Leor |url=http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate Reunion in 2009? | Perfect Lines |publisher=Perfectlines.wordpress.com |date=2009-03-17 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by Seattle radio DJ [[Andrew Harms]] from [[107.7 The End]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/ |title=107.7 The End » harms blog |publisher=Blogs.1077theend.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, Washington]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2 |title=Sub Pop Records |publisher=Subpop.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>{{cite web|last=Day |first=Sunny |url=http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate In Concert |publisher=NPR |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29 at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album |title=New Sunny Day Real Estate Album Coming |publisher=Buzzgrinder.com |date=2009-09-24 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm |title=Sunny Day Real Estate on |publisher=Fasterlouder.com.au |date=2010-02-02 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> However, as of 2011, no new material or tour dates have been announced, and Mendel has returned to recording and touring with Foo Fighters.

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet |title=Sub Pop Turns 20, Sends Zach Braff An FTD Bouquet | Music News, Reviews, and Gossip on |publisher=Idolator.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

==Discography==
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*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
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===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |year=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

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| name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| image = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| caption = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| background = group_or_band
| origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[Emo]]
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| label = [[Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| website = {{URL|http://sunnydayrealestate.fm}}
| current_members = [[Dan Hoerner]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Nate Mendel]] [[Jeremy Enigk]]
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American rock band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. In the 1990s, the group expanded upon the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |year=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |year=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>[http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]".<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===''Diary'' and ''LP2''===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]],<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref> Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad. For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ-FM|KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed "To Seth and other readers", Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of ''LP2'', he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com">[http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref>

After the breakup, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===Reformation===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>{{cite web|last=Moss |first=Corey |url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml |title=Emo Stars Worship Them, So Should Sunny Day Real Estate Reunite? - Music, Celebrity, Artist News |publisher=MTV |date=2006-10-16 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>[http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61 ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=by Leor |url=http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate Reunion in 2009? | Perfect Lines |publisher=Perfectlines.wordpress.com |date=2009-03-17 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by Seattle radio DJ [[Andrew Harms]] from [[107.7 The End]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/ |title=107.7 The End » harms blog |publisher=Blogs.1077theend.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, Washington]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2 |title=Sub Pop Records |publisher=Subpop.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>{{cite web|last=Day |first=Sunny |url=http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate In Concert |publisher=NPR |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29 at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album |title=New Sunny Day Real Estate Album Coming |publisher=Buzzgrinder.com |date=2009-09-24 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm |title=Sunny Day Real Estate on |publisher=Fasterlouder.com.au |date=2010-02-02 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> However, as of 2011, no new material or tour dates have been announced, and Mendel has returned to recording and touring with Foo Fighters.

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet |title=Sub Pop Turns 20, Sends Zach Braff An FTD Bouquet | Music News, Reviews, and Gossip on |publisher=Idolator.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

==Discography==
{{main|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |year=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

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{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| image = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| caption = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| background = group_or_band
| origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| genre = [[Emo]], [[alternative rock]], [[post-hardcore]], [[indie rock]]
| years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 {{nowrap|2009–present}}
| label = [[Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| website = {{URL|http://sunnydayrealestate.fm}}
| current_members = [[Dan Hoerner]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Nate Mendel]] [[Jeremy Enigk]]
| past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American rock band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. In the 1990s, the group expanded upon the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |year=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |year=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>[http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]".<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===''Diary'' and ''LP2''===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]],<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref> Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad. For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ-FM|KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed "To Seth and other readers", Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of ''LP2'', he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com">[http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref>

After the breakup, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===Reformation===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>{{cite web|last=Moss |first=Corey |url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml |title=Emo Stars Worship Them, So Should Sunny Day Real Estate Reunite? - Music, Celebrity, Artist News |publisher=MTV |date=2006-10-16 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>[http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61 ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=by Leor |url=http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate Reunion in 2009? | Perfect Lines |publisher=Perfectlines.wordpress.com |date=2009-03-17 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by Seattle radio DJ [[Andrew Harms]] from [[107.7 The End]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/ |title=107.7 The End » harms blog |publisher=Blogs.1077theend.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, Washington]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2 |title=Sub Pop Records |publisher=Subpop.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>{{cite web|last=Day |first=Sunny |url=http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate In Concert |publisher=NPR |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29 at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album |title=New Sunny Day Real Estate Album Coming |publisher=Buzzgrinder.com |date=2009-09-24 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm |title=Sunny Day Real Estate on |publisher=Fasterlouder.com.au |date=2010-02-02 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> However, as of 2011, no new material or tour dates have been announced, and Mendel has returned to recording and touring with Foo Fighters.

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet |title=Sub Pop Turns 20, Sends Zach Braff An FTD Bouquet | Music News, Reviews, and Gossip on |publisher=Idolator.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

==Discography==
{{main|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |year=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

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{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| image = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| caption = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| background = group_or_band
| origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[Emo]], [[Indie rock]]
| years_active = 1992–1995, 1997–2001, {{nowrap|2009–present}}
| label = [[Sub Pop Records|Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| website = {{URL|http://sunnydayrealestate.fm}}
| current_members = [[Dan Hoerner]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Nate Mendel]] [[Jeremy Enigk]]
| past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[rock music|rock]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. In the 1990s, the group expanded upon the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |year=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |year=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>[http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]".<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===''Diary'' and ''LP2''===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]],<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref> Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad. For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ-FM|KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed "To Seth and other readers", Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of ''LP2'', he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com">[http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref>

After the breakup, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>{{cite web|last=Moss |first=Corey |url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml |title=Emo Stars Worship Them, So Should Sunny Day Real Estate Reunite? - Music, Celebrity, Artist News |publisher=MTV |date=2006-10-16 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>[http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61 ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=by Leor |url=http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate Reunion in 2009? | Perfect Lines |publisher=Perfectlines.wordpress.com |date=2009-03-17 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by Seattle radio DJ [[Andrew Harms]] from [[107.7 The End]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/ |title=107.7 The End » harms blog |publisher=Blogs.1077theend.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, Washington]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2 |title=Sub Pop Records |publisher=Subpop.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>{{cite web|last=Day |first=Sunny |url=http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate In Concert |publisher=NPR |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29 at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album |title=New Sunny Day Real Estate Album Coming |publisher=Buzzgrinder.com |date=2009-09-24 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm |title=Sunny Day Real Estate on |publisher=Fasterlouder.com.au |date=2010-02-02 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> However, as of 2011, no new material or tour dates have been announced, and Mendel has returned to recording and touring with Foo Fighters.

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet |title=Sub Pop Turns 20, Sends Zach Braff An FTD Bouquet | Music News, Reviews, and Gossip on |publisher=Idolator.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

==Discography==
{{main|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
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===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |year=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

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| name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| image = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| caption = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| background = group_or_band
| origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[emo]]
| years_active = 1992–1995, 1997–2001, {{nowrap|2009–present}}
| label = [[Sub Pop Records|Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| website = {{URL|http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net}}
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[rock music|rock]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. In the 1990s, the group expanded upon the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |year=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |year=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>[http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]".<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===''Diary'' and ''LP2''===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]],<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref> Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad. For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ-FM|KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed "To Seth and other readers", Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of ''LP2'', he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com">[http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref>

After the breakup, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>{{cite web|last=Moss |first=Corey |url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml |title=Emo Stars Worship Them, So Should Sunny Day Real Estate Reunite? - Music, Celebrity, Artist News |publisher=MTV |date=2006-10-16 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>[http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61 ]{{dead link|date=July 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=by Leor |url=http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate Reunion in 2009? | Perfect Lines |publisher=Perfectlines.wordpress.com |date=2009-03-17 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by Seattle radio DJ [[Andrew Harms]] from [[107.7 The End]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/ |title=107.7 The End » harms blog |publisher=Blogs.1077theend.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, Washington]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2 |title=Sub Pop Records |publisher=Subpop.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>{{cite web|last=Day |first=Sunny |url=http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405 |title=Sunny Day Real Estate In Concert |publisher=NPR |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29 at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album |title=New Sunny Day Real Estate Album Coming |publisher=Buzzgrinder.com |date=2009-09-24 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm |title=Sunny Day Real Estate on |publisher=Fasterlouder.com.au |date=2010-02-02 |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet |title=Sub Pop Turns 20, Sends Zach Braff An FTD Bouquet | Music News, Reviews, and Gossip on |publisher=Idolator.com |date= |accessdate=2011-07-18}}</ref>

==Discography==
{{main|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |year=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

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{{Infobox musical artist
| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| Img_capt = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[indie rock]]
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records|Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| URL = [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net www.sunnydayrealestate.net]
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]]
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. In the 1990s, the group expanded off of the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set." Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]],<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref> Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed "To Seth and other readers", Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by Seattle radio DJ [[Andrew Harms]] from [[107.7 The End]].<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October of 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29th at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31st. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm</ref>

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
;Albums
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==Covers==
* American solo artist Goddamn Electric Bill covered the song "Tearing in My Heart" in 2007 and offers it for free on [http://www.goddamnelectricbill.com/free-mp3-downloads goddamnelectricbill.com].

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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{{Infobox musical artist
| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| Img_capt = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[emo]], [[post-hardcore]], [[indie rock]]
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records|Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| URL = [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net www.sunnydayrealestate.net]
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]]
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' are an American [[rock music|rock]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. They are among the first bands to capitalize on the sound and technique of the [[emo]] genre. In the 1990s, the group expanded off of the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set." Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed "To Seth and other readers", Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October of 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29th at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31st. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm</ref>

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
;Albums
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

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{{Infobox musical artist
| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| Img_capt = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[emo]], [[post-hardcore]], [[indie rock]]
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records|Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| URL = [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net www.sunnydayrealestate.net]
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]]
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[rock music|rock]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. They are among the first bands to capitalize on the sound and technique of the [[emo]] genre. In the 1990s, the group expanded off of the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set." Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October of 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a newly-written song called "10".<ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29th at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31st. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm</ref>

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
;Albums
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

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{{Infobox musical artist
| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| Img_capt = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[emo]], [[post-hardcore]], [[indie rock]]
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records|Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| URL = [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net www.sunnydayrealestate.net]
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]]
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[rock music|rock]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. They are among the first bands to capitalize on the sound and technique of the [[emo]] genre. In the 1990s, the group expanded off of the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set." Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
After some speculation in 2006<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref> and 2008,<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> in April 2009 several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October of 2009, and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band frequently played a new-written song called "10".<ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]]. The band also performed at the 2010 [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]], and went on to play their first ever European gig on May 29th at [[Barcelona]]'s [[Primavera Sound]]. After that, they played at the HMV Forum in [[London]] for their debut [[UK]] gig on May 31st. They were also scheduled to play at the punk festival [[Groezrock]] in [[Belgium]] as part of a European tour, but had to cancel their date due to the volcanic ash situation.

As of 2009, the band had been making statements from the stage implying that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref> In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm</ref>

==Legacy==
As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
;Albums
*''[[Diary (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[{{Allmusic|class=artist|id=p44823/biography|pure_url=yes}} Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Official website]

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| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = SunnyDayRealEstate2009.jpg
| Img_capt = Sunny Day Real Estate performing in Portland in 2009.
| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[emo]], [[indie rock]], [[post-hardcore]]<ref>http://quietcolor.com/qc/?p=2934</ref><ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref><ref name="allmusicsbanddescription"/>
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records|Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| URL = [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net www.sunnydayrealestate.net]
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]]
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[rock music|rock]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. In the 1990s, the group expanded off of the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of Dan Hoerner ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set." Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what was keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but offered hope, saying "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009 and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band has been playing a recently-written song called "10".<ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref> The band has been making statements from the stage implying as early as Sept. 23 that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]].

On January 19, 2010, it was announced that the band will be performing at the [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]] on April 18, 2010.

The band played at the HMV Forum in London for their debut UK gig on May 31st 2010, as well as playing the punkfestival [[Groezrock]] in Belgium, as part of a European tour.

In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm</ref>

==Legacy==
The band has a reputation as the forefathers of the emo genre with its influence on other bands. Enigk has said, "It's a huge compliment, one of the biggest compliments I've ever had in my life, saying that we are a huge part of creating a whole new genre... But I don't buy into it. I don't believe it. Some of the bands don't sound anything like what we were doing."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet</ref>

==Discography==
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;Albums
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.
* The song "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" is playable on the game [[Guitar Hero 5]]

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.fm Official website]
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Other website]

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| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]], [[emo]], [[indie rock]], [[post-hardcore]]<ref>http://quietcolor.com/qc/?p=2934</ref><ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref><ref name="allmusicsbanddescription"/>
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records|Sub Pop]], [[Time Bomb Recordings|Time Bomb]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]], [[Foo Fighters]], [[Juno (band)|Juno]], Brotherhood
| URL = [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net www.sunnydayrealestate.net]
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]]
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[rock music|rock]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington (U.S. state)|Washington]]. In the 1990s, the group expanded off of the [[grunge]] style that was popular in the local scene to make a more melodic sound.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1444418/20010611/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml|title=Sunny Day Real Estate Boarded Up Again|last=D'Angelo|first=Joe|date=June 11, 2001|publisher=MTV|accessdate=February 23, 2010}}</ref> While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of Dan Hoerner ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set." Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what was keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but offered hope, saying "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band toured the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009 and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band has been playing a recently-written song called "10".<ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref> The band has been making statements from the stage implying as early as Sept. 23 that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]].

On January 19, 2010, it was announced that the band will be performing at the [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]] on April 18, 2010.

The band played at the HMV Forum in London for their debut UK gig on May 31st 2010, as well as playing the punkfestival [[Groezrock]] in Belgium, as part of a European tour.

In early 2010, Dan Hoerner confirmed in an interview with Australian music website FasterLouder that the band is currently writing a new album.<ref>http://www.fasterlouder.com.au/features/22353/Sunny-Day-Real-Estate.htm</ref>

==Legacy==
The band has a reputation as the forefathers of the emo genre with its influence on other bands. Enigk has said, "It's a huge compliment, one of the biggest compliments I've ever had in my life, saying that we are a huge part of creating a whole new genre... But I don't buy into it. I don't believe it. Some of the bands don't sound anything like what we were doing."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

As of 2008, Diary is the seventh best selling album released on [[Sub Pop]], having sold more than 231,000 copies.<ref>http://idolator.com/350162/sub-pop-turns-20-sends-zach-braff-an-ftd-bouquet</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
;Albums
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
{{reflist}}

===Literature===
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.
* The song "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" is playable on the game [[Guitar Hero 5]]

==External links==
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.fm Official website]
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net Other website]

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Emo]]<ref> name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Post-hardcore]] <ref>http://quietcolor.com/qc/?p=2934</ref><ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref><br/ref name="allmusicsbanddescription"/>[[Indie rock]]
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]]
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer Joe Skyward
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101–104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of Dan Hoerner ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, [[hardcore punk|hardcore]] vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. November 12, 1998.</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Citation needed|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what was keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but offered hope, saying "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009 and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band has been playing a recently-written song called "10".<ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref> The band has been making statements from the stage implying as early as Sept. 23 that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref>

On September 29, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]].

On January 19, 2010, it was announced that the band will be performing at the [[Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival]] on April 18, 2010.

It has also been announced that they will play the HMV Forum in London for their debut UK gig on April 22 2010, they also head for the punkfestival [[Groezrock]] in Belgium, as part of a European tour.

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994) re-release (2009)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka "LP2" and "Pink album")'' (1995) re-release (2009)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71–103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.
* The song "[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seven_%28Sunny_Day_Real_Estate_song%29 Seven]" is playable on the game [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guitar_Hero_5 Guitar Hero 5]

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Official Website]
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net SunnyDayRealEstate.net]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.verbicidemagazine.com/?p=3912 Interview with Nate and Dan at VerbicideMagazine.com]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[emo]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of Dan Hoerner ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what was keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but offered hope, saying "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009 and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band has been playing a recently-written song called "10". <ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref> The band has been making statements from the stage implying as early as Sept. 23 that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref>

On September 29th, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]].

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994) re-release (2009)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka "LP2" and "Pink album")'' (1995) re-release (2009)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
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; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Official Website]
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net SunnyDayRealEstate.net]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.verbicidemagazine.com/?p=3912 Interview with Nate and Dan at VerbicideMagazine.com]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Emo]]<ref> name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Post-hardcore]] <ref>http://quietcolor.com/qc/?p=2934</ref><ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref><br/ref name="allmusicsbanddescription"/>[[Alternative rock]]
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[emo]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of Dan Hoerner ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what was keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but offered hope, saying "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009 and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band has been playing a recently-written song called "10". <ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref> The band has been making statements from the stage implying as early as Sept. 23 that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref>

On September 29th, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]].

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994) re-release (2009)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka "LP2" and "Pink album")'' (1995) re-release (2009)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Official Website]
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net SunnyDayRealEstate.net]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.verbicidemagazine.com/?p=3912 Interview with Nate and Dan at VerbicideMagazine.com]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[emo]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of Dan Hoerner ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what was keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but offered hope, saying "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009 and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band has been playing an untitled recently-written song. <ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref> The band has been making statements from the stage implying as early as Sept. 23 that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref>

On September 29th, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]].

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994) re-release (2009)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka "LP2" and "Pink album")'' (1995) re-release (2009)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Official Website]
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net SunnyDayRealEstate.net]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.verbicidemagazine.com/?p=3912 Interview with Nate and Dan at VerbicideMagazine.com]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is an American [[emo]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as emo, they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.<ref>{{cite web |url =
http://intunemusiconline.com/2009/09/27/sunny-day-real-estate-the-jealous-sound-nyc-927/ |title = inTuneMusic Online: Sunny Day Real Estate / The Jealous Sound @ NYC 9/27 |accessdate = 2009-10-07 |author = Ambrose, Anthony}}</ref>.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of Dan Hoerner ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remained with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allowed it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what was keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but offered hope, saying "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009 and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The band's first show was a surprise secret show on September 16, 2009 at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. To coincide with the new tour, the band's first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

For their 2009 reunion tour, the band has been playing a recently-written song called "10". <ref>http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=113214405</ref> The band has been making statements from the stage implying as early as Sept. 23 that new recorded material may be on the way.<ref>http://www.buzzgrinder.com/2009/sunny-day-real-estate-new-album</ref>

On September 29th, 2009, the band performed the song Seven on [[Late Night with Jimmy Fallon]].

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994) re-release (2009)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka "LP2" and "Pink album")'' (1995) re-release (2009)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
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; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Official Website]
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net SunnyDayRealEstate.net]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription"/> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription"/> [[Post-hardcore]] <ref>http://quietcolor.com/qc/?p=2934</ref>
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009-present)
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998) Joe Skyward (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that it is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref name="iconsofpunk.com">http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref name="iconsofpunk.com"/>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009 and Australia in February 2010 as part of the Soundwave Festival. The first show took place in the Commodore Ballroom, in [[Vancouver]], [[Canada]], on September 17<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate//the_secrets_out_sunny_day_real.php</ref>, although the band had done a surprise secret show the night before at Hell's Kitchen in [[Tacoma, WA]]. In addition to the new tour, the first two albums were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994) re-release (2009)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995) re-release (2009)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Official Website]
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net SunnyDayRealEstate.net]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = sunnyday.jpg
| Img_capt =
| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009-present)
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998) Joe Skyward (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009. The first show will take place in the Commodore Ballroom, in [[Vancouver]], [[Canada]], on September 17.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Official Website]
* [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net SunnyDayRealEstate.net]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992–1995 1997–2001 2009–present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009-present)
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998) Joe Skyward (1998-1999)
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band had reunited with all original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009. The first show will take place in the Commodore Ballroom, in [[Vancouver]], [[Canada]], on September 17.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Website]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992-1995 1997-2001 2009-present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009-present)
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998) Joe Skyward (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview (though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]). In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009. The first show will take place in the Commodore Ballroom, in [[Vancouver]], [[Canada]], on September 17.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Website]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Sub Pop|Sub Pop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the [[Foo Fighters]] and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Palmer left the band after a short time, and he was replaced by Joe Skyward. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009. The first show will take place in the Commodore Ballroom, in [[Vancouver]], [[Canada]], on September 17.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Website]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992-1995 1997-2001 2009-present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009-present)
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998) Joe Skyward (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Subpop|Subpop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is now taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009. The first show will take place in the Commodore Ballroom, in [[Vancouver]], [[Canada]], on September 17.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Website]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = sunnyday.jpg
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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992-1995 1997-2001 2009-present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009-present)
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998) Joe Skyward (1998-1999)
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Subpop|Subpop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009. The first show will take place in the Commodore Ballroom, in [[Vancouver]], [[Canada]], on September 17.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Website]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992-1995 1997-2001 2009-present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on [[Subpop|Subpop Records]] to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009. The first show will take place in the Commodore Ballroom, in [[Vancouver]], [[Canada]], on September 17.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Website]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009. The first show will take place in the Commodore Ballroom, in [[Vancouver]], [[Canada]], on September 17.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Website]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://sunnydayrealestate.fm New Website]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Old Flash Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Enigk.com] Media Archive featuring the band's demos, rarities and bootlegs

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| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = sunnyday.jpg
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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992-1995 1997-2001 2009-present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref> The reunion was confirmed in June 2009, by KNDD 107.7 The End.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref> In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Jeremy Enigk+] Media Archive featuring SDRE rarities including 7 inches, Demos, Interviews, Bootlegs and Videos.

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| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = sunnyday.jpg
| Img_capt =
| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992-1995 1997-2001 2009-present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members, and that a tour will follow.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref>

The reunion was confirmed by KNDD 107.7 The End in April 2009.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref> The band will tour the [[United States]] and [[Canada]] on September and October 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/tours/sunny_day_real_estate/</ref>

In addition to the new tour, the first two albums will be remastered and reissued with bonus tracks and newly written liner notes. The release date is September 15, 2009.<ref>http://www.subpop.com/channel/blog/sunny_day_real_estate_reunion_tour_plus_sub_pop_reissues_of_diary_and_lp2</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Jeremy Enigk+] Media Archive featuring SDRE rarities including 7 inches, Demos, Interviews, Bootlegs and Videos.

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{{Infobox musical artist
| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = sunnyday.jpg
| Img_capt =
| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992-1995 1997-2001 2009-present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendell and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===2009 Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members, and that a tour will follow.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref>

The reunion was confirmed by KNDD 107.7 The End in [[Seattle]]. The band will playing a show on October 16th, 2009 at Seattle's Paramount Theatre.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Jeremy Enigk+] Media Archive featuring SDRE rarities including 7 inches, Demos, Interviews, Bootlegs and Videos.

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
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| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
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| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendell and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members, and that a tour will follow.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref>

The reunion was confirmed by KNDD 107.7 The End in [[Seattle]]. The band will playing a show on October 16th, 2009 at Seattle's Paramount Theatre.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Jeremy Enigk+] Media Archive featuring SDRE rarities including 7 inches, Demos, Interviews, Bootlegs and Videos.

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| Years_active = 1992-1995 1997-2001 2009-present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendell and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> The band has reunited once again in 2009. Bassist Nate Mendel, who chose to remain with the [[Foo Fighters]] during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===Possible Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members, and that a tour will follow.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref>

The reunion was confirmed by KNDD 107.7 The End in [[Seattle]]. The band will playing a show on October 16th, 2009 at Seattle's Paramount Theatre.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Jeremy Enigk+] Media Archive featuring SDRE rarities including 7 inches, Demos, Interviews, Bootlegs and Videos.

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = 1992-1995 1997-2001 2009-present
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendell and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> In April 2009, several websites reported that the band have once again reunited and are planning a tour. Bassist Nate Mendell, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===Possible Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members, and that a tour will follow.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref>

The reunion was confirmed by KNDD 107.7 The End in [[Seattle]]. The band will playing a show on October 16th, 2009 at Seattle's Paramount Theatre.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Jeremy Enigk+] Media Archive featuring SDRE rarities including 7 inches, Demos, Interviews, Bootlegs and Videos.

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]] [[2009]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendell and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> In April 2009, several websites reported that the band have once again reunited and are planning a tour. Bassist Nate Mendell, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===Possible Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members, and that a tour will follow.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref>

The reunion was confirmed by KNDD 107.7 The End in [[Seattle]]. The band will playing a show on October 16th, 2009 at Seattle's Paramount Theatre.<ref>http://blogs.1077theend.com/aharms/</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Jeremy Enigk+] Media Archive featuring SDRE rarities including 7 inches, Demos, Interviews, Bootlegs and Videos.

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]] [[2009]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendell and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> In April 2009, several websites reported that the band have once again reunited and are planning a tour. Bassist Nate Mendell, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===Possible Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members, and that a tour will follow.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Jeremy Enigk+] Media Archive featuring SDRE rarities including 7 inches, Demos, Interviews, Bootlegs and Videos.

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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{{Infobox musical artist
| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = sunnyday.jpg
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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]] [[2009]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Current_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995, 2009) 
| Past_members = Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' is a band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While constantly defined as "emo" it is clear this is a misnomer as they are not an emotional hardcore band. In 1994, the band released their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' on ''[[Subpop | Subpop Records]]'' to critical acclaim. However, shortly after releasing their second album ''[[LP2 | LP2]]'', the band broke up with members Nate Mendell and William Goldsmith joining the Foo Fighters and Jeremy Enigk embarking on a solo career. In 1997, they regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums and a live album, but ultimately disbanded once again in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref> In April 2009, several websites reported that the band have once again reunited and are planning a tour. Bassist Nate Mendell, who chose to remain with the Foo Fighters during the previous reunion in 1997, is reported to be taking part in this reunion.

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the name "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===Possible Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members, and that a tour will follow.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
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; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/website/sdreflash.htm Sub Pop Official Site]
* [http://ogami.subpop.com/bands/sdre/sdre.html Old Sub Pop page]
* [http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate Jeremy Enigk+] Media Archive featuring SDRE rarities including 7 inches, Demos, Interviews, Bootlegs and Videos.

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{{Infobox musical artist
| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Past_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995) Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' was an [[Independent music|indie]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> After their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' garnered critical praise, the band broke up. They regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums, but ultimately disbanded in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the moniker "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

===Possible Reunion===
In 2006, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

In April 2009, several web sites reported that the band has reunited with all the original members, and that a tour will follow.<ref>http://www.earcandybeat.com/?q=node/61</ref><ref>http://perfectlines.wordpress.com/2009/03/17/sunny-day-real-estate-reunion-in-2009</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.otisproductions.com/SDRE/sunnydaycircles.html "In Circles" music video]

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| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Past_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995) Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' was an [[Independent music|indie]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> After their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' garnered critical praise, the band broke up. They regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums, but ultimately disbanded in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the moniker "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

On the same year, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.otisproductions.com/SDRE/sunnydaycircles.html "In Circles" music video]

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| URL =
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' was an [[Independent music|indie]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> After their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' garnered critical praise, the band broke up. They regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums, but ultimately disbanded in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the moniker "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

On the same year, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

==Discography==
{{mainlist|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.otisproductions.com/SDRE/sunnydaycircles.html "In Circles" music video]

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' was an [[Independent music|indie]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> After their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' garnered critical praise, the band broke up. They regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums, but ultimately disbanded in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the moniker "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

On the same year, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

==Discography==
=== Studio Albums===
{{main|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}

*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.otisproductions.com/SDRE/sunnydaycircles.html "In Circles" music video]

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Past_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995) Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' was an [[Independent music|indie]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> After their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' garnered critical praise, the band broke up. They regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums, but ultimately disbanded in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the moniker "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

On the same year, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

==Discography==
=== Studio Albums===
{{main|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}

*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.otisproductions.com/SDRE/sunnydaycircles.html "In Circles" music video]

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| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
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| Past_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995) Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' was an [[Independent music|indie]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> After their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' garnered critical praise, the band broke up. They regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums, but ultimately disbanded in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the moniker "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

On the same year, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

==Discography==
=== Studio Albums===
{{main|Sunny Day Real Estate discography}}

*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000)

==References==
; Specific
{{reflist}}

; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.otisproductions.com/SDRE/sunnydaycircles.html "In Circles" music video]

{{Sunny Day Real Estate}}

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| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
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| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
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| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Past_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995) Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
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'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' was an [[Independent music|indie]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> After their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' garnered critical praise, the band broke up. They regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums, but ultimately disbanded in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the moniker "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

On the same year, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

==Discography==
===Albums===
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998) US #132
*''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]'' (1999)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000) US #97

===Singles and promos===
*''Flatland Spider'' (1993)
*''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' (1993)
*''Seven'' (1994)
*''In Circles'' (1994)
*''Friday'' (1994)
*''Pillars'' (1998)
*''How It Feels to Be Something On / Bucket of Chicken'' (1998)


===Demos<ref>http://www.enigk.com/ftp/index.php?dir=Sunny%20Day%20Real%20Estate%2Fdemos</ref>===
*''Empty Set Demo Tape'' (1992)
*''Chewbacca Kaboom Demo Tape'' (1992)
*''[[Diary Demos]]'' (1993)
*''[[LP2 Demos]]'' (1995)

==Videography==
===Music Videos===
*"Seven" (1994)
*"In Circles" (1994)



==References==
; Specific
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; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.otisproductions.com/SDRE/sunnydaycircles.html "In Circles" music video]

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Tonight: Franz Ferdinand

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{{Infobox Album 
| Name = Tonight: Franz Ferdinand
| Type = studio
| Artist = [[Franz Ferdinand (band)|Franz Ferdinand]]
| Cover = Tonight-FF.jpg
| Released = 26 January 2009
| Recorded = 2007–2008 [[Govan]]; Mr. Dan's Studio ([[Buckeye, Arizona]])<ref>http://www.manta.com/coms2/dnbcompany_h32f8w</ref>
| Genre = [[Post-punk revival]]
| Length = 42:43
| Label = [[Domino Records|Domino]], [[Epic Records|Epic]]
| Producer = [[Dan Carey (music)|Dan Carey]]
| Reviews =
*[[Allmusic]] {{rating|3.5|5}} [http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=10:0cfuxztkldae~T1 link]
*''[[Blender (magazine)|Blender]]'' {{Rating|4|5}} [http://www.blender.com/guide/reviews.aspx?id=5440 link]
*[[Drowned in Sound]] (6/10) [http://www.drownedinsound.com/releases/13957/reviews/4136178 link]
*''[[Entertainment Weekly]]'' (B+) [http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20253887,00.html link]
*''[[NME]]'' (8/10) [http://www.nme.com/reviews/franz-ferdinand/10057 link]
*[[Pitchfork Media|Pitchfork]] (7.3/10) [http://www.pitchforkmedia.com/article/record_review/148567-franz-ferdinand-tonight link]
*''[[Rolling Stone]]'' {{rating|3.5|5}} [http://www.rollingstone.com/reviews/album/25463407/review/25523826/tonight_franz_ferdinand link]
*''[[The Guardian]]'' {{rating|3|5}} [http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2009/jan/18/franz-ferdinand-album-review-stuck-circle-line/ link]
*''[[Spin (magazine)|Spin]]'' {{Rating|3.5|5}} [http://www.spin.com/reviews/franz-ferdinand-tonight-franz-ferdinand-dominoepic link]
*''[[Uncut (magazine)|Uncut]]'' {{Rating|3|5}} [http://www.uncut.co.uk/music/franz_ferdinand/reviews/12631 link]
| Last album = ''[[You Could Have It So Much Better]]'' (2005)
| This album = '''''Tonight: Franz Ferdinand''''' (2009)
| Next album =
{{Singles
| Name = Tonight: Franz Ferdinand
| Type = Album
| Single 1 = [[Ulysses (song)|Ulysses]]
| Single 1 date = January 19, 2009
}}
}}

'''''Tonight: Franz Ferdinand''''' is the third album by British [[indie rock]] group [[Franz Ferdinand (band)|Franz Ferdinand]]. It was released through [[Domino Records]] on 26 January 2009 in the UK.<ref>http://www.nme.com/news/franz-ferdinand/40441</ref> "[[Ulysses (song)|Ulysses]]" was released on the 19 January 2009 as the first single<ref>[http://www.nme.com/news/franz-ferdinand/40837 Franz Ferdinand announce new single] - NME.com</ref> and is available for streaming on the band's [[MySpace]] page.<ref>http://myspace.com/franzferdinand</ref> It is a concept album loosely based around a night of partying and the morning effects after. The album has generally been well received by music critics.<ref name="meta">http://www.metacritic.com/music/artists/franzferdinand/tonight</ref>

==Production==
===Recording history===
Although having written about eight songs while on tour in 2005, [[Alex Kapranos]] decided to write new tunes because he wanted the album to be "...quite new, to be quite different sounding from everything we've ever done before."<ref>http://www.nme.com/news/franz-ferdinand/26134</ref> Despite having recorded their sophomore album in a blitz, Kapranos stressed that the band wanted to take their time. He voices, "This time we wanted to spend more time developing, and also, I suppose, allowing songs and sounds to evolve more before we ended up writing an album, and absorbing more music and ideas and, I suppose, life itself. And when I say life, I mean life off the road, because I wouldn't classify life on the road as real life."<ref>http://www.rollingstone.com/rockdaily/index.php/2007/12/28/in-the-studio-franz-ferdinand-say-third-album-is-more-dance-than-rock/</ref> Franz Ferdinand began working on their third studio album in early 2007.<ref>http://www.nme.com/news/franz-ferdinand/26134</ref> Franz Ferdinand was supposed to record the album with producer [[Brian Higgins (producer)|Brian Higgins]], yet in March 2008, the two entities parted ways. The drummer, Paul Thomson, says "We wrote with Higgins for a while and initially we thought we'd work more with him but it didn't really work out. We just realized that we're not really a pop group." However, they also commented they have not given up on the pop concept.<ref>http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2008/mar/27/news.franzferdinand</ref> Some songs of the album were written and recorded in the old [[City and town halls|town hall]] of [[Govan]], [[Scotland]]. The band first moved in, following a year of touring in support of their [[You Could Have It So Much Better|second album]] and mostly used it for storing and rehearsing.<ref>http://living.scotsman.com/features/Franz-Ferdinand-interview-Sounds-of.4901718.jp</ref>

===Musical style===
The album has reportedly been inspired by the "heavy dub sound of Jamaican reggae stars."<ref>http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/entertainment-catch-all/2008/08/22/exclusive-scots-stars-franz-ferdinand-ready-to-reveal-new-sound-at-connect-86908-20706919/</ref> Alex Kapranos also stated the album has a "streak of electronica" but is still a mix of influences. He also commented it has "..the heavy bass and space echo you would find on a dub mix."<ref>http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/entertainment-catch-all/2008/08/22/exclusive-scots-stars-franz-ferdinand-ready-to-reveal-new-sound-at-connect-86908-20706919/</ref> In a ''[[Rolling Stone]]'' interview, Kapranos stated the album is more of a dance than a rock record.<ref>http://www.rollingstone.com/rockdaily/index.php/2007/12/28/in-the-studio-franz-ferdinand-say-third-album-is-more-dance-than-rock/</ref> In an interview with Billboard.com, Kapranos said "It's the opposite of punk/pop, which took something that was wonderful and removed all the dirt." He also said the band is using Russian [[Polyvox]] synthesizers.<ref>http://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2008/01/franz-ferdinand-working-on-third-album.html</ref> The album has somewhat of an African influence according to an XFM article in which Alex reeled, "We're one of these bands that are always gonna sound the same no matter what we do, but there are other influences there. I guess the drums are a little different, Paul has been listening to a lot of African stuff so that's gonna come through."<ref>http://www.xfm.co.uk/news/2008/franz-ferdinand-name-new-single</ref> The song "No You Girls" uses a human [[skeleton]] for percussion.<ref>[http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2008/oct/10/franz-ferdinand-human-bones Franz Ferdinand drum with human bones] - [[The Guardian]], 10 October 2008 (The song referred to in this article as "Kiss Me", an abbreviation of "Katherine Kiss Me", later became known as "No You Girls")</ref> "''Tonight'' is more of a concept album that explores the highs and lows associated with an evening of debauchery. This album covers all its bases from the initial excitement of the early evening to the numbness of the morning after", writes one reviewer.<ref>http://ventvox.com/?p=2086</ref>

===Cover art and album title===
The artwork for the album is a [[photograph]] taken by Søren Solkær Starbird just after midnight behind the Barrowlands Ballroom in [[Glasgow]]. Talking to NME, drummer Paul Thomson said, "We wanted to get a [[Weegee]] vibe – that famous [[New York]] crime scene photographer from the '40s and '50s."<ref>http://www.nme.com/news/franz-ferdinand/41288</ref> Subsequently, it is part of a series where the band are taking photos with photographers in different cities they end up in. On the band's blog, they mention the series of photos as 'imaginary [[crime scenes]], invaded by the photographer', and 'a slice of night frozen by flash'.<ref>http://www.franzferdinand.co.uk/blog_band/index.php</ref>

It was announced on 20 September 2008 that they had finished work on the album but still had no title for it. On 7 October 2008, reporter Michael Hogan from ''[[Vanity Fair (magazine)|Vanity Fair]]'' interviewed Alex and Paul, who confirmed the title of their third album to be ''Tonight: Franz Ferdinand'',<ref>http://www.vanityfair.com/online/politics/2008/10/an-obama-fundraiser-my-big-franz-ferdinand-scoop.html</ref> with ''[[NME]]'' reporting the album's amended title and release date a week later.<ref>http://www.nme.com/news/franz-ferdinand/40441</ref>

==Release==
In August 2008, Franz Ferdinand released "[[Lucid Dreams]]" through [[iTunes]] and made it available for listen on their official website. It is also featured on the ''[[Madden NFL 09]]'' soundtrack.<ref>http://fireglo.wordpress.com/2008/08/20/franz-ferdinand-new-song-called-lucid-dreams/</ref> The band, however, stated on their website that "Lucid Dreams" was ''not'' a single.<ref>http://franzferdinand.co.uk/blog_band2/index.php</ref> The track on the album will differ from this version.

"[[Ulysses (song)|Ulysses]]" was chosen to be the first single and was released 19 January 2009. The song received first airplay at [[BBC Radio 1]] on 17 November 2008. It was made available on the [[iTunes Store]] in North America on 2 December, and in the UK on 18 January 2009.

A live version of "What She Came For" was released as a free download on the NME Music website's Franz Ferdinand page on 18 December 2008.<ref>http://www.nme.com/franzferdinand</ref> On January 9, "No You Girls" was released on iTunes. On January 13, it was released as a free download on [[MySpace]] Music. On January 22, "Tonight: Franz Ferdinand" was made available for streaming through the band's official [[MySpace]] Music profile.<ref>http://www.nme.com/news/franz-ferdinand/42256</ref>

===''Blood''===
For its release on January 26, the album is available as a [[box set]] which includes the whole album on six [[7-inch single|7-inch vinyl singles]] and as a 2 disc limited edition. These special editions are only available in Europe and include a bonus disc called ''Blood'' which contains [[dub music|dub versions]] of the tracks from the album.<ref>http://www.dominorecordco.com/uk/albums/15-10-08/tonight-franz-ferdinand/</ref> All of the ''Blood'' track titles are taken from lyrics within their original songs, with the exception of "Katherine Hit Me", whose title refers to lyrics from both "No You Girls" and "Katherine Kiss Me".

==Reception==
===Critical Reception===
''Tonight'' received generally positive reviews, marking an average score of 71 on [[Metacritic]].<ref name="meta"/> ''Clash'' magazine commented that it could be "the band's most complete work to date. Worth the wait, and in all honesty better than we could ever have hoped for."<ref>http://www.clashmusic.com/reviews/franz-ferdinand</ref> ''The [[Financial Post]]'' states that "''Tonight'' is the band's best album: Paradoxically, they've allowed themselves a degree of release from their characteristic tension by creating structures within which they can cut loose."<ref>http://www.financialpost.com/scripts/story.html?id=1211826</ref>''The Telegraph'' commented on how ''Tonight: Franz Ferdinand'' is a melody-packed re-affirmation of everything that has made the band so popular hitherto, but with a highly contemporary-sounding, keyboard-driven edge.<ref>http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturecritics/andrewperry/4313059/Franz-Ferdinand-back-to-blow-away-the-blues.html</ref> ''The Trades'' stated that "this [album] is an evolutionary step for the band rather than a revolutionary one. Smart and danceable, ''Tonight: Franz Ferdinand'' proves that Franz Ferdinand are the masters of dance-rock."<ref>http://www.the-trades.com/article.php?id=10833</ref>

''Uncut''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s and ''The Guardian''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s reviews were less enthusiastic. ''Uncut'' commented that the album sounds dry and superficial, and the songs are too similar to each other and other Franz Ferdinand songs. ''The Guardian'' stated that "A flawless debut album is first a blessing and then a curse." "''Tonight'' is fine, but will you still love them tomorrow?" This was echoed by the review in the ''[[Daily Mail]]'', which described the album as "a sterile, unwelcoming affair that fails to pack the band's usual punch."

===Commercial Reception===
The album debuted at number two on the [[UK Album Chart]], as well as number nine on the ''Billboard 200'' in the U.S., selling about 31,000 copies in its first week of release. This makes it the bands most successful album chart-wise.<ref name="U.S. sales">Hasty, Katie and Keith Caulfield. [http://www.billboard.com/bbcom/news/springsteen-has-dream-debut-atop-album-chart-1003937687.story "Springsteen Has 'Dream' Debut Atop Album Chart"]. [[billboard.com]]. February 4 2009.</ref>

==Track listing==
All songs were written by Franz Ferdinand.
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===Standard edition===
#"[[Ulysses (song)|Ulysses]]" – 3:11
#"Turn It On" – 2:21
#"No You Girls" – 3:42
#"Send Him Away" – 2:59
#"Twilight Omens" – 2:30
#"Bite Hard" – 3:26
#"What She Came For" – 3:52
#"Live Alone" – 3:29
#"Can't Stop Feeling" – 3:03
#"[[Lucid Dreams]]" – 7:56
#"Dream Again" – 3:18
#"Katherine Kiss Me" – 2:56
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===Bonus material===
;iTunes bonus tracks (US and Canada):
#<li value=13> "Lucid Dreams" (Pre-Album Version) – 3:42
#<li value=14> "Ulysses" (The Disco Bloodbath Effect) – 8:03 [Pre-Order Only]
#<li value=15> "Feeling Kind of Anxious" – 6:31 [Pre-Order only]

;''Blood'':
#"Feel the Pressure" ("What She Came For" dub version) – 3:28
#"Die on the Floor" ("Can't Stop Feeling" dub version) – 6:35
#"The Vaguest of Feeling" ("Live Alone" dub version) – 3:50
#"If I Can't Have You Then Nobody Can" ("Turn It On" dub version) – 3:54
#"Katherine Hit Me" ("No You Girls" dub version) – 3:43
#"Backwards on My Face" ("Twilight Omens" dub version) – 3:48
#"Feeling Kind of Anxious" ("Ulysses" dub version) – 6:31
#"Feel the Envy" ("Send Him Away" dub version) – 3:32
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==Personnel==
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*Producer: Franz Ferdinand, [[Dan Carey (music)|Dan Carey]]
*Mastering: John Dent
*Engineer: [[Paul Savage]], Alexis Smith, Dan Carey, Allen Johnston (technical assistance)
*Mixing: Dan Carey (tracks 4, 7, 8, 10 to 12), [[Mike Fraser]] (tracks 1 to 3, 5, 6, 9, 10), Eric Mosher (assistant to Fraser)
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*Artwork: Matthew Cooper, Franz Ferdinand (booklet), Rachel Graham (booklet), Søren Solkær Starbird (front cover)
*Personal assistant: Jeremiah Olvera
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==Chart peak positions==
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|align="left"| [[ARIA Charts|Australian ARIA Albums Chart]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.aria.com.au|title= Australian Album Charts (English)}}</ref>
|align="center"|6
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|align="left"|Austrian Albums Chart
|align="center"|5
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|align="left"|[[Ultratop 50|Belgian Albums Charts]] (Flanders)
|align="center"|6
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|align="left"|Canadian Albums Chart
|align="center"|2
|-
|align="left"|[[Dutch Albums Chart]]
|align="center"|4
|-
|align="left"|Finnish Albums Chart<ref>[http://pop.yle.fi/lista/tuote?id=9179 Suomen virallinen lista]</ref>
|align="center"|10
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|align="left"|[[Irish Albums Chart]]
|align="center"|10
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|align="left"| [[Oricon|Japanese Albums Chart]]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.oricon.co.jp/rank/ea/w/|title= Japanese Album Charts (English)|publisher= Oricon Style|accessdate=2009-1-28}}</ref>
|align="center"|6
|-
|align="left"|[[RIANZ|New Zealand RIANZ Albums Chart]]
|align="center"|10
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|align="left"|Portuguese Album Charts
|align="center"|12
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|align="left"|[[Spanish Record Charts|Spanish Albums Chart]]
|align="center"|3
|-
|align="left"|[[Sverigetopplistan|Swedish Albums Chart]]
|align="center"|13
|-
|align="left"|Swiss Albums Chart
|align="center"|3
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|align="left"|[[UK Albums Chart]]<ref>http://www.chartstats.com/artistinfo.php?id=94</ref>
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==References==
*[http://www.discogs.com/Franz-Ferdinand-Tonight-Franz-Ferdinand/release/1627224 Discogs - Tonight: Franz Ferdinand]
*[http://music.barnesandnoble.com/Tonight/Franz-Ferdinand/e/886973725528/?itm=1 Barnes & Noble - Tonight: Franz Ferdinand]
*[http://www.amazon.com/Tonight-Franz-Ferdinand/dp/B001KL3GY0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1234045403&sr=1-1 Amazon - Tonight: Franz Ferdinand]

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Tonight: Franz Ferdinand

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Sunny Day Real Estate

2009-01-17T23:51:28Z

Neon Flow: it wasn't Dan who converted to Christianism. please do some reading.

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| Name = Sunny Day Real Estate
| Img = sunnyday.jpg
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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Past_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995) Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' was an [[Independent music|indie]] band from [[Seattle]], [[Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they were instrumental in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> After their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' garnered critical praise, the band broke up, due to [[Jeremy Enigk]]'s religious conversion. They regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums, but ultimately disbanded in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the moniker "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

On the same year, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

==Discography==
===Albums===
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998) US #132
*''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]'' (1999)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000) US #97

===Singles and promos===
*''Flatland Spider'' (1993)
*''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' (1993)
*''Seven'' (1994)
*''In Circles'' (1994)
*''Friday'' (1994)
*''Pillars'' (1998)
*''How It Feels to Be Something On / Bucket of Chicken'' (1998)
*''One'' (2000)

==Videography==
===Music Videos===
*"Seven" (1994)
*"In Circles" (1994)
*"One" (2000)

==References==
; Specific
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; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.otisproductions.com/SDRE/sunnydaycircles.html "In Circles" music video]

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2009-01-17T22:42:20Z

Neon Flow:

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| Background = group_or_band
| Origin = [[Seattle, Washington]], [[United States|USA]]
| Genre = [[Alternative rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Indie rock]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref> [[Emo]]<ref name="allmusicsbanddescription">{{cite web|url=http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:gxfwxqe5ldfe|title=All Music’s Band description|author=Raftery, Brian|accessdate=2008-10-28}}</ref>
| Years_active = [[1992]]-[[1995]] [[1997]]-[[2001]]
| Label = [[Sub Pop Records]] [[Time Bomb Recordings]]
| Associated_acts = [[The Fire Theft]] [[Foo Fighters]] [[Juno (band)|Juno]] Brotherhood
| URL =
| Past_members = [[Jeremy Enigk]] [[William Goldsmith]] [[Dan Hoerner]] [[Nate Mendel]] (1992-1995) Jeff Palmer (1998-1999)
}}

'''Sunny Day Real Estate''' was an [[Independent music|indie]] band formed in [[Seattle, Washington]]. While not the first band to be classified as [[emo]], they played an important role in establishing the genre.<ref>{{cite book |last=Pogge |first=David M. |last2=Van Pelt |first2=Doug |title=Rock Stars on God: 20 Artists Speak Their Minds About Faith |publisher=Relevant Media Group |date=2004 |pages=101-104 |isbn=0972927697}}</ref> After their debut album ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' garnered critical praise, the band broke up, alledgedly due to singer [[Jeremy Enigk]]'s religious conversion. They regrouped long enough to record two more studio albums, but ultimately disbanded in 2001.<ref>{{cite book |last=Brackett |first=Nathan |authorlink=Nathan Brackett |last2=Hoard |first2=Christian |title=The New Rolling Stone Album Guide: Completely Revised and Updated 4th Edition |publisher=[[Simon and Schuster]] |date=2004 |page=793 |isbn=0743201698}}</ref>

==History==
===Early years===
Sunny Day Real Estate formed in 1992, originally under the name Empty Set. At that time, the band consisted of [[Dan Hoerner]] ([[guitar]], [[vocalist|vocals]]), [[Nate Mendel]] ([[bass guitar|bass]]), and [[William Goldsmith]] ([[Drum kit|drums]]). They released a demo tape under the moniker "Empty Set". Post-release, the band changed their name from Empty Set to Chewbacca Kaboom, upon realization that a band with the name Empty Set already existed. However, when another demo tape was released, the new name earned them little attention, and it was yet again subject to change, this time to 'One Day I Stopped Breathing'. During that same time, Mendel took a break to tour with another band. Hoerner took over the bass, and the group was joined by [[Jeremy Enigk]], a high school friend of Goldsmith. Before long, Enigk ascended to become the permanent [[frontman]] of the band. Where Hoerner's vocal style had been in the rougher, hardcore vein, Enigk's higher-pitched, somewhat strained vocal style arguably added a greater emotional depth to the band's songs. When Mendel returned, the complete band settled on the name Sunny Day Real Estate, and with the new name a 7" called ''Flatland Spider'' was released. Sunny Day Real Estate released another 7-inch, ''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' in 1993.

There are many plausible origins of where the name of the band really came from, the most commonly believed story being a quip from Nate Mendel. He felt that since the band's outlook on the world saw that every possible thing was becoming a commodity to be bought and sold, it was possible that one day, people would even start selling sunny days.

Two other popular stories are that the band's name came from a line from a [[Talking Heads]] song or that is from a [[T. S. Eliot]] poem.<ref>http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/history.html</ref> Mendel has said that the name came from the Talking Heads song "[[(Nothing But) Flowers]]."<ref>Grubbs (2008), pp.74-75</ref>

===Diary and LP2===
The band's debut album, ''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'', released by [[indie (music)|indie]] label [[Sub Pop]] in 1994, was greeted with numerous positive reviews. That September, the band performed lead single "[[Seven (Sunny Day Real Estate song)|Seven]]" on an episode of ''[[The Jon Stewart Show]]''. A few days later, they taped several songs for [[MTV]]'s [[120 Minutes]]. Through November and December, the band undertook a US tour with [[Shudder to Think]] and [[Soul Coughing]] in support of the album.

The band projected an enigmatic presence to the public. While supporting ''Diary'', the band allowed only one publicity photo and granted just a single interview, (Though, strangely, the band posed for an [[advertisement]] for department-store chain [[Nordstrom]]) In a 1998 interview with Norm Arenas of [[Texas Is the Reason]]<ref name="nordstrom">Arenas, Norm. "The Healing Process". ''[[Alternative Press (music magazine)|Alternative Press]]''. November 1998.</ref>, Hoerner explained that the band made up a fake band name and brought in a fake lead singer for the ad shoot, only to have the store stick their real band name on the ad.) For most of its early days, the band also refused to play a show in [[California]], for reasons that were never fully explained. When the band was asked to perform at the 1994 [[KROQ Acoustic Christmas|Almost Acoustic Christmas]] in [[Los Angeles, California|Los Angeles]] for radio station [[KROQ]], Hoerner refused to join them, leaving Enigk, Mendel, and Goldsmith to perform the show as a trio.

After finishing their 1994 US tour, the band regrouped to begin recording the follow-up to ''Diary''. While the events surrounding the sessions have not been publicly discussed, the band was clearly enduring internal conflict. Rumors abounded that the root cause was Enigk's sudden conversion to [[Christianity]]. In early 1995, the band announced that it was disbanding, with Goldsmith and Mendel leaving to join Dave Grohl's fledgling [[Foo Fighters]].

There was much talk but little really known about the reasons for the break-up. While many fans focused on Enigk being a reborn [[Christian]], Enigk and other band members later downplayed that aspect. In a letter addressed [http://www.sunnydayrealestate.net/jeremyletter.htm "To Seth and other readers"], Enigk responded to rumors regarding his faith. Dismissing the connection between his conversion and their break-up, Enigk wrote, "I took a shot on calling upon God. He answered me. My pain was gone. I was full of joy. I had hope again. . . . I must say that the true God is the one who is in the Bible, Jesus Christ," and, "I would be a fool to say that he hasn't worked miracles in my life."

In November of 1995, Sub Pop released the band's second album, bearing only the label ''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]]''. The album was released without cover art or liner notes, and was distributed by Sub Pop as ''LP2''. It has also occasionally been referred to as "The Pink Album", a reference to its solid pink cover. When Sub Pop contacted the band for artwork for the release, the band had nothing to offer, so Goldsmith suggested that they "make it pink". The album included the songs recorded during the brief sessions, as well as tracks such as "Rodeo Jones" that were recorded during the sessions for ''Diary''.

Enigk confessed in an interview in December 2008 that because the band had already broken up during the recording of LP2, he and Hoerner never sat down to complete the lyrics. "We broke up and we just felt like we were done. We put no energy into the artwork or into anything. On a lot of songs, there aren’t lyrics! In a lot of cases, we never sat down to write them, because we just wanted to get it out of the way as fast as possible. So I just sang a lot of gibberish, which makes it really quirky. My favorite is the Japanese translations." <ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

After the break up, Enigk pursued a solo career, releasing his first solo album in 1996. Hoerner moved out to a farm in rural [[Washington (state)|Washington]], while Mendel and Goldsmith continued with the [[Foo Fighters]]. In 1997, following a dispute with Grohl during the sessions for the second Foo Fighters record, Goldsmith departed the band, but Mendel remained.

===The reunion===
In 1997, Sub Pop began pressing Enigk and Hoerner about the possibility of releasing a "rarities" record of Sunny Day Real Estate material, including the band's early 7-inch releases and otherwise unreleased songs, such as the band's unused contribution to ''[[The Crow: City of Angels]]'' soundtrack. Given that there wasn't quite a full album worth of material, the band decided to regroup to record a few new songs. While working on the songs, the quartet realized that whatever had driven them apart was behind them, and decided to continue working on new material, eventually signaling to Sub Pop that they wanted to release a full new album. Initially, Mendel intended to quit the Foo Fighters to rejoin Sunny Day full-time, but hedged for several months on actually quitting. Just before starting the recording sessions for the album, Mendel turned down the opportunity, noting that he didn't want to leave what he had with the Foo Fighters for a potentially tenuous reunion.<ref name="mendel">Crain, Zac. "[http://www.dallasobserver.com/issues/1998-11-12/music/music3.html Brightness Falls]". ''[[Dallas Observer]]''. [[November 12]] [[1998]].</ref>

In September 1998, the band released ''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]''. For the album, the remaining trio replaced Mendel with Jeff Palmer, formerly of the [[Mommyheads]]. Fans were surprised by the mellower, more mature vibe presented on the record in songs such as the title track and "Every Shining Time You Arrive". These songs were intended for Enigk's second solo album, but later became Sunny Day Real Estate songs.<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref> On the album, Hoerner took the opportunity to write about his environmental concerns in "100 Million".

While supporting the album, Sub Pop approached them about the possibility of filming the band for a live release. Two shows were documented, one on video and one on audio, in the form of ''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]''. In the weeks after their release, the band noted its displeasure with the video and CD, complaining that Sub Pop did not allow them final approval on the artwork or on the final mixes. Having fulfilled their contractual obligations, the band left the label.

The search for a new label was a lengthy and arduous process. Several major labels were eager to sign the band, but the division within the band between remaining true to their indie roots and signing up for the big leagues wrecked the process. The situation was so difficult that it resulted in the departure of long-time manager Greg Williamson. Finally, the band signed with [[Time Bomb Recordings]], an independent label distributed by [[BMG]]. With Time Bomb, the band hoped to have the best of both worlds: the freedom of an indie label backed by the wider distribution of a major label.

The band joined with long-time [[Hüsker Dü]] sound engineer [[Lou Giordano]] to record ''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'', released in June of 2000. The band had high hopes for the release, and subsequently undertook a lengthy US tour. At the end of the tour, the band expressed its desire to finally reach out to its [[Europe]]an fans by undertaking its first overseas tour. However, on the eve of the tour, Time Bomb pulled its tour funding, claiming that they simply could not afford to support the band overseas. It turned out that the label had invested a substantial amount of money in supporting [[Peter Searcy]]'s ''Could You Please and Thank You'', and the album had performed so poorly that the label was almost completely broke.{{Fact|date=March 2007}} Not only could they not support Sunny Day Real Estate overseas, they could no longer fund the band at all. Some weeks later, the label ceased operations. Disillusioned and disappointed, the band retreated home, and subsequently announced their disbanding.

===Post-Sunny Day Real Estate===
After their second disbanding, Hoerner again retreated to his farm in Washington, eventually working with [[Chris Carrabba]] on tracks for [[Dashboard Confessional]].

In 2001, Enigk and Goldsmith reunited with Mendel to form a new band, called [[The Fire Theft]], releasing their first self-titled album in 2003. While they had the option of retaining the Sunny Day Real Estate name, the trio decided that it was time to leave the past behind them and start fresh. Mendel remains with the [[Foo Fighters]], joining The Fire Theft when his schedule allows it.

In 2006, Enigk reignited his solo career by recording and releasing the LP ''[[World Waits]]'' on his own label, Lewis Hollow Records. Following the October 17 release, Enigk embarked upon a supporting solo tour of the U.S. using material from his 2006 release, as well as his decade-prior solo album, ''[[Return of the Frog Queen]]''.

On the same year, Jeremy was quoted in an MTV article about a possible second reunion: "It becomes tempting when I'm on tour and people are talking about it," he said. "At this point, I doubt it, but never say never."<ref>http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1543106/20061013/sunny_day_real_estate.jhtml</ref>

In December 2008, Enigk elaborated on what's keeping Sunny Day Real Estate from reuniting but still offers hope, "Well, it’s history and our past. When you break up with a girlfriend, it’s not likely that you’re going to get back together again. And it’s sort of the same thing. But… there’s still always a possibility. We do talk about it! Nate has been instigating a reunion. We talk about it seriously, and it’s a huge possibility. That being said, then it’s just a matter of details. And then it comes down to getting everybody together, and coming up with a real cohesive plan to do it. I don’t know if we really have the energy to do something like that. The Sunny Day machine is such a… it’s such a monster! And it takes over, it has a momentum to it that none of the band members can really control."<ref>http://www.iconsofpunk.com/IOP_Jeremy.htm</ref>

==Discography==
===Albums===
*''[[Diary (album)|Diary]]'' (1994)
*''[[Sunny Day Real Estate (album)|Sunny Day Real Estate]] (aka LP2)'' (1995)
*''[[How It Feels to Be Something On]]'' (1998) US #132
*''[[Live (Sunny Day Real Estate album)|Live]]'' (1999)
*''[[The Rising Tide (album)|The Rising Tide]]'' (2000) US #97

===Singles and promos===
*''Flatland Spider'' (1993)
*''Thief, Steal Me a Peach'' (1993)
*''Seven'' (1994)
*''In Circles'' (1994)
*''Friday'' (1994)
*''Pillars'' (1998)
*''How It Feels to Be Something On / Bucket of Chicken'' (1998)
*''One'' (2000)

==Videography==
===Music Videos===
*"Seven" (1994)
*"In Circles" (1994)
*"One" (2000)

==References==
; Specific
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; General
*{{cite book |last=Grubbs |first=Eric |title=Post: A Look at the Influence of Post-Hardcore-1985-2007 |publisher=[[iUniverse]] |date=2008 |pages=71-103 |isbn=0595518354}}
* Raftery, Brian. "[http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=11:40xsa9ygb230~T1 Sunny Day Real Estate]". ''[[Allmusic]]''.

==External links==
* [http://www.otisproductions.com/SDRE/sunnydaycircles.html "In Circles" music video]

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