Operation Heavenly

by Heavenly

Overview

Heavenly's last album (drummer Matt Fletcher committed suicide shortly before its release) finds them working with a more rock-oriented sound that hasn't been heard since the mid-'80s, when its key members were in "shambling" pioneers Talulah Gosh. While Operation Heavenly may not impress those who aren't already indie-pop fans, it still stands as a solid conclusion to a great career; bouncy gems like "Ben Sherman," "Fat Lenny," and a cover of Serge Gainsbourg's "Nous Ne Somme Pas Des Anges" combine new wave lightheartedness, a hint of edgy indie-rock, and Heavenly's knack for writing sweet and perfect melodies. The band might have been moving away from the cloying cuteness of their previous albums, but they retained their energy and their unparalleled skill at writing catchy, ironic pop songs. ~ Nitsuh Abebe

Product Details

Release Date:	09/19/2025
Label:	Skepwax
UPC:	5055869550680

Tracks

1. Trophy Girlfriend
2. K-Klass Kisschase
3. Space Manatee
4. Ben Sherman
5. By The Way
6. Cut Off
7. Nous Ne Sommes Pas Des Anges
8. Mark Angel
9. Fat Lenny
10. Snail Trail
11. Pet Monkey
12. Art School
13. You Tore Me Down

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Heavenly   Primary Artist
Calvin Johnson   Vocals

Technical Credits

John Wills   Engineer
Alison Wonderland   Photography
Ian Shaw   Engineer,Producer
Serge Gainsbourg   Composer
Heavenly   Composer