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Handsome Western States

Beulah · 1997

33 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

A vibrant blend of jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of 90s indie rock's melodic experimentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Maroon Bible — This opening track sets the tone with its infectious melody and layered instrumentation, showcasing Beulah's knack for blending catchy hooks with reflective themes.
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    I Love John, She Loves Paul — With its playful lyrics and upbeat tempo, this song exemplifies the band's ability to mix humor with earnest emotion, making it a standout on the album.
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    Delta — This closing track features a more somber tone and expansive arrangement, highlighting the band's range and leaving listeners with a contemplative mood.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Maroon Bible 3:23
  • 2 Lay Low for the Letdown 3:32
  • 3 Disco: The Secretaries Blues 3:25
  • 4 The Rise and Fall or Our Hero’s Reward 2:35
  • 5 I Love John, She Loves Paul 3:02
  • 6 Slo-Mo for the Masses 1:40
  • 7 I’ve Been Broken (I’ve Been Fixed) 2:24
  • 8 Queen of the Populists 2:24
  • 9 Shotgun Dedication 2:38
  • 10 Rust With Me 1:33
  • 11 Delta 4:17
  • 12 Dig the Subatomic Holdout #2 2:35

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