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I Love to Paint

Saint Etienne · 1995

43 min · 12 tracks · indie pop · synth-pop

A whimsical blend of breezy synth-pop and eclectic indie sounds that invites listeners into a vibrant auditory landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical soundscapes for daydreaming
  • steady tunes for casual listening
  • vibrant energy for creative moments
  • mid-tempo flow for relaxed vibes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer intense emotional experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1995, 'I Love to Paint' was Saint Etienne's third studio album and followed their successful sophomore effort, 'So Tough.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound that blended pop sensibilities with experimental influences, positioning them as significant figures in the Britpop scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Stereolab· The Field Mice· Trixie Mattel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Flight to Tashkent 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 3:28
  • 11 Schroeder 3:45
  • 12 Stranger in Paradise 3:34

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