Released 10 years ago
Lover, Beloved: Songs from an Evening with Carson McCullers
Suzanne Vega · 2016
33 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A poetic blend of folk and theatrical storytelling, echoing the spirit of Southern literary icons.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady narrative flow throughout
- poetic storytelling with intimacy
- reflective moments of quietude
- brief yet impactful listening experience
Maybe skip if you want
- seeks high-energy tracks
- prefers standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Suzanne Vega released 'Lover, Beloved' in 2016, she was revisiting her theatrical roots after a career spanning over three decades. This album followed her previous work, 'Tales from the Realm of the Queen of Pentacles' (2014), and marked her foray into musical storytelling inspired by the life of writer Carson McCullers. The project highlighted her ability to weave narrative with song, showcasing her evolution as a songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lisa Germano· Natalie Merchant· Aimee Mann
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Carson’s Blues 2:56
- 2 New York Is My Destination 3:08
- 3 Instant of the Hour After 3:06
- 4 We of Me 2:52
- 5 Annemarie 3:17
- 6 12 Mortal Men 2:47
- 7 Harper Lee 3:43
- 8 Lover, Beloved 3:24
- 9 The Ballad of Miss Amelia 4:17
- 10 Carson’s Last Supper 3:31
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