We know it’s unfashionable in certain circles, but we continue to be fans of Ben Gibbard in his various guises.  Whether as a part of Death Cab for Cutie, The Postal Service or with others, Gibbard and his surroundlings always craft memorable melodies with lyrical lines that frequently linger longer than limitless others. Gibbard has now released his first solo album, Former Lives, which he’s said is a collection of songs that didn’t fit with Death Cab for Cutie.  Check out his Tiny Desk Concert (the 250th) for NPR below, in which he plays a song from Death Cab’s last album, a song off Former Lives, and of all things a song from the Arthur soundtrack.

Set List
“St. Peter’s Cathedral”
“Teardrop Windows”
“When The Sun Goes Down On Your Street”