The Third Eye Centre
Belle and Sebastian · 2013
68 min · 19 tracks · indie rock
Eclectic remixes and B-sides blend Belle and Sebastian's signature whimsy with a fresh, danceable energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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I'm a Cuckoo (Avalanches remix) Start here — This remix transforms the original track into an upbeat anthem that captures the band's playful spirit while introducing an infectious dance rhythm.
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Your Cover's Blown (Miaoux Miaoux remix) — Blending indie pop sensibilities with electronic flair, this track exemplifies how remixes can breathe new life into beloved songs.
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I Didn't See It Coming (Richard X mix) — This remix adds a pulsating energy to the original song, emphasizing its emotional depth through a vibrant production style that reflects the era's trends.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical charm in every track
- dynamic flow that surprises
- for reflective afternoons
- kaleidoscopic remixes to explore
- playful moments with varied intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, consistent beats
- seek instant gratification from songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A compilation of B-sides and remixes, appealing mainly to dedicated fans.
- Themes
- remixed nostalgia· indie pop evolution· kaleidoscopic soundscapes
- Career context
- Released in 2013, The Third Eye Centre serves as a compilation of B-sides and remixes from Belle and Sebastian's previous albums, particularly showcasing tracks from their earlier works. This album arrived following the band's 2010 release, Write About Love, demonstrating their ongoing evolution as they explored new sonic territories while remaining firmly rooted in their indie pop identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Decemberists· Camera Obscura· Sufjan Stevens
Tracklist
- 1 I'm a Cuckoo (Avalanches remix) Start here 3:48
- 2 Suicide Girl 2:41
- 3 Love on the March 3:49
- 4 Last Trip 2:58
- 5 Your Secrets 3:03
- 6 Your Cover's Blown (Miaoux Miaoux remix) 5:58
- 7 I Took a Long Hard Look 3:33
- 8 Heaven in the Afternoon 3:27
- 9 Long Black Scarf 2:48
- 10 The Eighth Station of the Cross Kebab House 4:00
- 11 I Didn't See It Coming (Richard X mix) 3:48
- 12 (I Believe in) Travellin' Light 2:38
- 13 Stop, Look and Listen 4:06
- 14 Passion Fruit 2:34
- 15 Desperation Made a Fool of Me 4:17
- 16 Blue Eyes of a Millionaire 3:41
- 17 Mr Richard 2:35
- 18 Meat and Potatoes 4:25
- 19 The Life Pursuit 4:34
What to play next
Girls in Peacetime Want To Dance
2015
Continues the danceable energy with a fresh, eclectic sound.
LateNightTales – Belle and Sebastian Volume 2
2012
Sets the stage with a mix of whimsical tracks leading into this vibrant phase.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
69 Love Songs
The Magnetic Fields
Shares whimsical charm and complex melodies, exploring love's nuances through eclectic arrangements.
Illinois
Sufjan Stevens
Similar kaleidoscopic soundscapes and lyrical nostalgia, blending orchestral elements with indie pop sensibilities.
Currents
Tame Impala
Explores emotional landscapes with rich production and layered textures, creating a dreamy, introspective atmosphere.
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