Boxette
Saint Etienne · 2008
153 min · 48 tracks · indie pop · synth-pop
A whimsical blend of synth-pop and indie melodies wrapped in playful experimentation and eclectic samples.
Why this album works
'Boxette' is significant for its experimental approach to music, incorporating various genres and styles that reflect the band's eclectic influences. The album received a positive critical reception, particularly for its innovative production, which helped solidify Saint Etienne's status as pioneers in the indie pop scene.
- Best for
- whimsical soundscapes for exploration dynamic pacing with playful shifts for adventurous listening moods
- Context
- By the time 'Boxette' was released in January 2008, Saint Etienne was navigating a post-millennial revival phase. This album arrived after their 2005 release 'Tales from Turnpike House', showcasing their continued evolution in sound while exploring new themes in their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lykke Li· Ellie Goulding· Phoenix
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Flight to Tashkent Standout 3:00
- 2 Sushi Rider 5:27
- 3 Deutscher Kendals 0:51
- 4 Think Twice 3:10
- 5 Studio Kinda Filthy 5:06
- 6 We’re Coming in Loaded 3:24
- 7 Fife Coast 3:51
- 8 Fake ’88 5:10
- 9 Parliament Hill 2:41
- 10 Everything I Touch Turns to Gold Standout 3:28
- 11 Schroeder 3:45
- 12 Stranger in Paradise 3:34
Disc 2
- 1 The Clothes Show 0:23
- 2 Suburban Autumn Lieutenant 4:05
- 3 Jaydip Pharmacy 2:52
- 4 Tomorrow Never Dies 3:48
- 5 Nazi Jaloux 3:20
- 6 Please 2:35
- 7 Keep Nothing 4:00
- 8 Russian 3:27
- 9 Blofeld Buildings 4:38
- 10 Ken 3:40
- 11 Are We Gonna Be Alright Standout 3:13
- 12 Andrew McCarthy 2:55
- 13 We're in the City (live) 4:21
- 14 The Clothes Show (Sad Refrain) 1:43
Disc 3
- 1 United World 1:13
- 2 Lost 2:40
- 3 Dunnottar 1:15
- 4 Owl 2:39
- 5 The Montana Gang 2:24
- 6 Magic Child 3:19
- 7 The Chemicals 2:27
- 8 Garsington 2:19
- 9 Portrait of Beau 1:16
- 10 Christmas 1936 1:36
Disc 4
- 1 Marcie Dreams of Deptford 3:44
- 2 Say It to the Rain 4:19
- 3 Departure Lounge 4:25
- 4 Summer Song 3:27
- 5 A Slavic Beauty With a Rose Between Her Teeth 3:54
- 6 Absolute Beginners 4:59
- 7 A Good Thing 3:34
- 8 The Same but Different 1:59
- 9 Southern Train 3:01
- 10 Message in a Bottle 2:07
- 11 Kofi Annan 5:28
- 12 Puppy Love 2:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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