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The Beat Goes On

Vanilla Fudge · 1968

51 min · 13 tracks · hard rock

Psychedelic rock motifs intertwine with orchestral arrangements, creating a lush soundscape that defies conventional song structures.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Phase One Eighteenth Century Varaiations on a Theme by Mozart: Divertimento No. 13 in F Minor — This track exemplifies the band's unique approach to blending classical music with rock, showcasing intricate musicianship and bold reinterpretation of Mozart's work.
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    Phase Three Voices in Time - Neville Chamberlain, Winston Churchill, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, John F. Kennedy and Other Voices — Utilizing historical audio clips, this piece creates an evocative sound collage that contrasts the personal with the political, highlighting the cultural context of the '60s.
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    Bonus Phase You Can't Do That — This cover showcases Vanilla Fudge's ability to reinterpret familiar songs through a psychedelic lens, illustrating their signature heavy yet melodic style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic thematic explorations
  • long immersive listening sessions
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • layered sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 1, 1968, The Beat Goes On marked Vanilla Fudge's third studio album during their peak period of creativity. Following their self-titled debut and the success of their sophomore effort, this album found the band further exploring ambitious arrangements and concept-driven compositions, solidifying their reputation in the psychedelic rock scene.
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sketch 2:59
  • 2 Phase One Intro: The Beat Goes On 1:58
  • 3 Phase One Eighteenth Century Varaiations on a Theme by Mozart: Divertimento No. 13 in F Minor 7:00
  • 4 Phase Two the Beat Goes On 1:36
  • 5 Phase Two Beethoven: Fur Elise & Moonlight Sonata 6:34
  • 6 Phase Two the Beat Goes On 1:06
  • 7 Phase Two the Beat Goes On 1:03
  • 8 Phase Three Voices in Time - Neville Chamberlain, Winston Churchill, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, John (F. Kennedy and Other Voices) 8:14
  • 9 Phase Four the Beat Goes On 1:50
  • 10 Phase Four Merchant / The Game Is Over: Merchant / The Game Is Over (Vinnie) / Merchant / The Game Is Over (Tim) / Merchant / The Game Is Over (Carmine) / Merchant / The Game Is Over (Mark) / Merchant 9:04
  • 11 Phase Four the Beat Goes On 2:22
  • 12 Bonus Phase You Cant Do That 4:24
  • 13 Bonus Phase Come by Day, Come by Night 2:56

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