'Dear Catastrophe Waitress' by Belle and Sebastian has slyly crept up to
become one of my favourite albums. I resisted Belle and Sebastian for a
long time, all too hushed, bookish and a bit samey (not usually things
that put me off but for some reason I just couldn't get on with them). A
lot of their long time fans were a bit troubled by the idea of their
favourite Scottish intellectuals being produced by the King of 80's
thunderous synth bass, Trevor Horn. I think it worked a treat, with Horn
bringing out their melodic sense while staying true to their low key
sound. 'I'm a Cuckoo' is a joy with its lyrical and musical references
to the great Thin Lizzy.
I'm a Cuckoo- Belle and Sebastian
I
love the idea of this uber-Indie band playing with the harmony guitars
and ringing chords that typify a Lizzy song while staying recognisably
Belle and Sebastian, it's playful but reverential, as the mighty Phil
Lynott deserves. I think he might have winked if he heard it.
Don't Believe a Word- Thin Lizzy
Most
B and S fans are obsessed with the band, I think in the future they
will occupy similar territory to The Beautiful South bringing knowing,
clever music to 'nice' people. Feel free to disagree. Check out YouTube
for their video for 'Step into my office, baby' which is a great tribute
to Robin Askwith movies....phwoar!
Visit Belle and Sebastian
Buy 'Dear Catastrophe Waitress' by Belle and Sebastian
Buy 'Greatest Hits'- Thin Lizzy
Monday, May 29, 2006
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