Before the Dream Faded... is the second album of DIY guru Calvin Johnson. It features production and instrumentation from such K Records regulars as Phil Elverum, Mirah, Khaela Maricich, Adam Forkner and Jona Bechtolt. The album was released in October 2005 to mostly positive reviews.

Track listing "When Hearts Turn Blue" – 3:33 "Rabbit Blood" – 2:51 "Red Wing Black" – 5:09 "Obliteration Overload" – 4:49 "I Am Without" – 5:51 "I'm Down" – 4:55 "The Leaves of Tea" – 3:18 "Your Eyes" – 4:22 "Deliverance" – 3:35 "When You Are Mine" – 8:10