New Roman Times
Camper Van Beethoven · 2004
67 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock · jangle pop
A collage of eclectic sounds blending alternative rock with playful jangle pop, reflecting societal absurdities.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing and flow
- playful, eclectic soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'New Roman Times' was released in 2004, Camper Van Beethoven had reunited after a hiatus, marking their first album in over a decade since 'Key Lime Pie' in 1990. This comeback showcased a matured sound while retaining their signature quirky style, positioning them to re-engage a new generation of listeners as well as long-time fans.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Decemberists· Neutral Milk Hotel· R.E.M.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prelude 0:55
- 2 Sons of the New Golden West 2:55
- 3 51-7 4:43
- 4 White Fluffy Clouds 5:00
- 5 That Gum You Like Is Back in Style 4:56
- 6 Might Makes Right 2:46
- 7 Militia Song 2:10
- 8 R 'n R Uzbekistan 1:13
- 9 Sons of the New Golden West (reprise) 0:21
- 10 New Roman Times 4:47
- 11 The Poppies of Balmorhea 3:23
- 12 The Long Plastic Hallway 5:09
- 13 I Am Talking to This Flower 2:30
- 14 Come Out 1:44
- 15 Los Tigres Traficantes 2:30
- 16 I Hate This Part of Texas 2:45
- 17 Hippy Chix 4:28
- 18 Civil Disobedience 6:14
- 19 Discotheque CVB 5:58
- 20 Hey Brother 2:44
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