Key Lime Pie
Camper Van Beethoven · 1989
50 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · jangle pop
A quirky blend of alternative rock and jangle pop infused with witty storytelling and eclectic instrumentation.
Why this album works
'Key Lime Pie' received critical acclaim, particularly for its clever lyrics and genre-blurring sound. The album includes the hit 'Pictures of Matchstick Men', which contributed to their rising popularity and positioned them as influential figures in the alternative rock scene of the late 80s.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels quirky storytelling elements mid-length reflective journeys
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Key Lime Pie' is Camper Van Beethoven's third studio album and marks a significant moment following their breakthrough with 'Our Beloved Revolutionary Sweetheart'. At this point, the band was solidifying its unique sound and expanding its audience after gaining recognition for its playful yet introspective style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alanis Morissette· Frank Zappa· Green Day· Neil Young· Yoko Ono· No Doubt· Iggy Pop· Weezer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opening Theme 2:23
- 2 Jack Ruby Standout 5:27
- 3 Sweethearts 4:48
- 4 When I Win the Lottery 3:40
- 5 (I Was Born in a) Laundromat Standout 3:46
- 6 Borderline 3:54
- 7 The Light From a Cake 2:47
- 8 June 4:28
- 9 All Her Favorite Fruit Standout 5:16
- 10 Interlude 1:05
- 11 Flowers 3:01
- 12 The Humid Press of Days 2:48
- 13 Pictures of Matchstick Men 4:11
- 14 Come On Darkness 3:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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