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London Conversations: The Best of Saint Etienne

Saint Etienne · 2009

157 min · 54 tracks · indie pop · synth-pop

A nostalgic blend of melodic synths and wistful lyrics capturing the essence of British indie pop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic moments of reflection
  • dynamic flow with peaks
  • for leisurely afternoons
  • engaging sing-along choruses
  • headphone detail exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2009, 'London Conversations' compiles the best works of Saint Etienne, marking their continued relevance in the indie pop scene after their 1991 debut. This collection highlights their evolution and influence over nearly two decades, showcasing a wide range of styles while celebrating their distinct sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Stereolab· The Field Mice· Trixie Mattel

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Only Love Can Break Your Heart 4:31
  • 2 Nothing Can Stop Us 4:22
  • 3 Join Our Club 3:18
  • 4 Avenue 3:50
  • 5 You’re in a Bad Way 3:03
  • 6 Hobart Paving 4:50
  • 7 Who Do You Think You Are 3:49
  • 8 Pale Movie 3:46
  • 9 Like a Motorway 3:43
  • 10 Hug My Soul 3:55
  • 11 He’s on the Phone 4:09
  • 12 Sylvie 4:02
  • 13 Heart Failed (In the Back of a Taxi) 3:39
  • 14 Action 3:51
  • 15 A Good Thing 4:02
  • 16 Side Streets 2:57
  • 17 Burnt Out Car 3:41
  • 18 Method of Modern Love 4:20
  • 19 This Is Tomorrow 3:28

Disc 2

  • 1 Kiss and Make Up 5:14
  • 2 Filthy 5:35
  • 3 Spring 3:44
  • 4 People Get Real 4:45
  • 5 Mario’s Cafe 4:31
  • 6 Goodnight Jack 4:22
  • 7 The Bad Photographer 4:00
  • 8 Lose That Girl 4:05
  • 9 Lover Plays the Bass 4:16
  • 10 How We Used to Live 8:51
  • 11 Boy Is Crying 3:39
  • 12 Finisterre 3:45
  • 13 Soft Like Me 4:26
  • 14 Shower Scene 4:22
  • 15 Stars Above Us 3:26
  • 16 Teenage Winter 5:53
  • 17 I Was Born on Christmas Day 3:11

Disc 3

  • 1 Only Love Can Break Your Heart
  • 2 Kiss and Make Up
  • 3 Nothing Can Stop Us
  • 4 Avenue
  • 5 You’re in a Bad Way
  • 6 Hobart Paving
  • 7 Who Do You Think You Are
  • 8 I Was Born on Christmas Day 3:08
  • 9 Pale Movie
  • 10 Like a Motorway
  • 11 Hug My Soul
  • 12 He’s on the Phone
  • 13 Sylvie
  • 14 The Bad Photographer
  • 15 How We Used to Live
  • 16 Heart Failed
  • 17 Action
  • 18 Side Streets 3:01

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