We Are Beautiful, We Are Doomed
Los Campesinos! · 2008
32 min · 10 tracks · indie pop
A whirlwind of frantic guitars and clever lyrics that channel youthful angst and emotional vulnerability.
Top tracks — play these first
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We Are Beautiful, We Are Doomed — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of existential dread and fleeting youth, balancing upbeat melodies with poignant lyrics that reflect on beauty and despair.
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You'll Need Those Fingers for Crossing — This track features a catchy chorus and clever wordplay that captures the essence of longing and hope amidst uncertainty, showcasing the band's lyrical prowess.
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Miserabilia — With its driving rhythm and introspective lyrics, this song reflects on personal struggles and societal issues, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases sharp lyrics and energetic instrumentation, marking a strong development in the band's sound.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a rapid-fire tempo that remains consistent through the first five tracks, creating an urgent atmosphere.
- Lyrics often feature clever wordplay and vivid imagery, with multiple tracks employing a conversational style between band members.
- Several songs incorporate abrupt shifts in dynamics, such as sudden drops to quieter sections before building back up to energetic choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, energetic listening bursts
- lyrical emotional reflections
- dynamic, playful arrangements
- contemplative yet urgent tones
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified the band's presence after their debut, gaining critical acclaim.
- Career context
- Released on November 25, 2008, We Are Beautiful, We Are Doomed is Los Campesinos!'s second studio album following their debut, Hold On Now, Youngster... from 2008. The band was in a phase of rapid development, building on their signature sound while also deepening their lyrical themes of love and loss.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Pains of Being Pure at Heart· Tigers Jaw· Frightened Rabbit
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ways to Make It Through the Wall 4:12
- 2 Miserabilia 3:14
- 3 We Are Beautiful, We Are Doomed 3:53
- 4 Between an Erupting Earth and an Exploding Sky 1:15
- 5 You'll Need Those Fingers for Crossing 5:08
- 6 It's Never That Easy Though, Is It? (Song for the Other Kurt) 2:20
- 7 The End of the Asterisk 1:51
- 8 Documented Minor Emotional Breakdown # 1 4:27
- 9 Heart Swells/Pacific Daylight Time 2:36
- 10 All Your Kayfabe Friends 3:14
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