Golden Opportunities Mixtape
Okkervil River · 2007
33 min · 9 tracks · alternative country
A tender exploration of longing and nostalgia wrapped in folk-infused melodies and layered storytelling.
Golden Opportunities Mixtape is an album by Okkervil River, released in 2007. A tender exploration of longing and nostalgia wrapped in folk-infused melodies and layered storytelling. The album is notable for its unique approach to covers, reinterpreting songs by artists like Simon Smith and showcasing Okkervil River's narrative strength. It received positive reviews from notable publications such as Pitchfork, who praised its emotional depth and creativity, further solidifying the band's place in the alternative country scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Golden Opportunities Mixtape sound like?
A tender exploration of longing and nostalgia wrapped in folk-infused melodies and layered storytelling. Rooted in alternative country.
What makes Golden Opportunities Mixtape by Okkervil River notable?
The album is notable for its unique approach to covers, reinterpreting songs by artists like Simon Smith and showcasing Okkervil River's narrative strength. It received positive reviews from notable publications such as Pitchfork, who praised its emotional depth and creativity, further solidifying the band's place in the alternative country scene. Released on January 1, 2007, 'Golden Opportunities Mixtape' came shortly after Okkervil River's breakthrough album, 'Black Sheep Boy,' which had garnered significant critical acclaim. This mixtape features a collection of cover songs and serves as both a reflection of the band's influences and a bridge to their evolving sound.
How many songs are on Golden Opportunities Mixtape?
Golden Opportunities Mixtape has 9 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 April Anne 4:14
- 2 Simon Smith and the Amazing Dancing Bear 2:29
- 3 I Want to Know Standout 2:58
- 4 Do What You Gotta Do Standout 3:04
- 5 I Came Here to Say I'm Going Away 4:33
- 6 The Blonde in the Bleachers 3:01
- 7 Antarctica Starts Here 2:43
- 8 Listening to Otis Redding at Home During Christmas Standout 7:12
- 9 Solo 3:45
Release Date
January 1, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
33 min 59 sec
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