Name: Black Candy
Brand: Beat Happening

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

LP-REWIG-116

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Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: Yes

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2022-11-11

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Redeye

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

887830011617

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Beat Happening

Genre US

Indie Pop / Shoegaze

Label US

Domino

Beat Happening is an American indie pop band from Olympia, Washington. Formed in [year], the band consists of members Calvin Johnson, Heather Lewis, and Bret Lunsford. Known for their lo-fi sound and DIY approach to music-making, Beat Happening gained a cult following in the 1980s and 1990s. Their catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics have influenced numerous artists in the indie rock scene. With their unique blend of punk energy and pop sensibility, Beat Happening continues to be celebrated as pioneers of the indie pop genre.

Throughout their career, Beat Happening released several albums that showcased their distinctive style. Their self-titled debut album was released in [year] and featured songs like "[song name]" and "[song name]." They followed up with critically acclaimed albums such as "[album name]" and "[album name]," solidifying their status as influential figures in alternative music.

In addition to their musical contributions, Beat Happening also played a significant role in fostering a vibrant underground music community through their involvement with K Records. As co-founder of this independent record label, Calvin Johnson helped shape the Northwest's independent music scene by supporting emerging artists who shared his passion for raw authenticity.

Is it okay to call this album a departure? A Jungian descent into a darker psychological state? If the starkness of the cover art wasn’t enough of a harbinger, the edgier tone of Black Candy coupled with all this lyrical talk about gravediggers, lost boyfriends, ghosts and… pajama parties is enough to wonder just how close to the bonfire Beat Happening were willing to dance. It was around this time that Melody Maker opined that “Beat Happening are simply the greatest rock ‘n’ roll band in the world (with the exception of maybe of Half Japanese).”

"Mark Lanegan suggested I write a song a day, which worked well for about three months then the inspiration wore off and the enthusiasm wound down. Black Candy was the beneficiary of this songwriting cornucopia." -Calvin Johnson

Black Candy

Music US