Our Beloved Revolutionary Sweetheart cover

Our Beloved Revolutionary Sweetheart

Camper Van Beethoven · 1988

42 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · jangle pop

A kaleidoscopic blend of jangle pop, folk influences, and eclectic instrumentation that defies genre boundaries.

Why this album works

The album marks a significant moment in the band's history, receiving critical acclaim and contributing to the burgeoning alternative rock movement of the late 1980s. It featured the single 'Eye of Fatima,' which helped elevate the band's profile and resonated with a growing audience seeking innovative sounds beyond mainstream music.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels gradual builds and payoffs immersive listening sessions
Context
Our Beloved Revolutionary Sweetheart is Camper Van Beethoven's third studio album, following their breakthrough with II & III in 1986. By 1988, the band was solidifying its reputation for merging alternative rock with diverse influences, showcasing their growth as a unique voice in the indie scene.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Eye of Fatima, Part 1 Standout 2:37
  • 2 Eye of Fatima, Part 2 2:16
  • 3 O Death Standout 3:06
  • 4 She Divines Water Standout 3:52
  • 5 Devil Song 1:58
  • 6 One of These Days 3:27
  • 7 Turquoise Jewelry 3:07
  • 8 Waka 2:45
  • 9 Change Your Mind 3:03
  • 10 My Path Belated 2:34
  • 11 Never Go Back 3:25
  • 12 The Fool 2:36
  • 13 Tania 3:47
  • 14 Life Is Grand 3:21

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