In the Mouth of the Crocodile – Live in Seattle
Camper Van Beethoven · 2004
75 min · 28 tracks · alternative rock · jangle pop
A vibrant live recording that captures Camper Van Beethoven's eclectic blend of alternative rock and folk-infused jangle pop.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic live performance energy
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful stage banter interspersed
- wave-like pacing keeps interest
- eclectic mix of sounds
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer lengthy cohesive albums
- dislike live audience atmosphere
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, 'In the Mouth of the Crocodile' came after Camper Van Beethoven's reformation in the early 2000s. This album showcases the band's return to live performance after a lengthy hiatus since their breakup in 1990, allowing fans to experience their diverse catalog anew.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Decemberists· Neutral Milk Hotel· R.E.M.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 When I Win the Lottery 4:10
- 2 Balalaika Gap 2:08
- 3 Tania 3:49
- 4 Tina 1:48
- 5 Waka 2:52
- 6 Eye of Fatima 1 3:13
- 7 Eye of Fatima 2 2:24
- 8 Flowers 3:15
- 9 Bad Birthday Dedications 0:34
- 10 Oh Death 3:08
- 11 Embarassing Stage Comments 0:49
- 12 Circles 3:03
- 13 Unabomber Song 2:14
- 14 White Riot 2:04
- 15 (I Was So) Wasted 1:49
- 16 Shut Us Down 1:16
- 17 History of Utah 3:04
- 18 How to Win Friends and Influence People 0:44
- 19 All Her Favorite Fruit 5:21
- 20 Sweethearts 4:49
- 21 Life Is Grand 3:40
- 22 Oh...Uh Canada? 0:42
- 23 Cattle (Reversed) 2:40
- 24 Good Guys and Bad Guys 4:49
- 25 Take the Skinheads Bowling 2:49
- 26 Abundance 2:42
- 27 Thank You We'll Be Here All Week 0:50
- 28 Sad Lovers Waltz 4:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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