This special edition with bonus disc containing bsides is a great compilation for devoted fans. Aug 27, 2008 following the spillage of fox base alpha, cracknell officially became a member of saint etienne. Foxbase alpha is the first album by british band saint etienne, released in 1991. Only love can break your heart saint etienne youtube. Saint etienne foxbase alpha double cd saint etienne store.
Saint etienne foxbase alpha vinyl box superdeluxeedition. Download saint etienne mp3 songs and albums music downloads. Foxbase alpha is the first album by british band saint etienne, released in 1991 the album was recorded in a style which drew on the club culture and house music of the time, but also incorporates the groups characteristic love of 1960s pop, with tracks also bridged by samples from films or by short songs. Foxbase alpha deluxe edition by saint etienne buy and download. Heavenly celebrated the 25th anniversary of saint etiennes 1991 classic foxbase alpha with an extensive set of reissues. Saint etienne foxbase alpha 2017, 25th anniversary edition. Notes the melodic sample is from hey jude by wilson pickett hence the track title. May 03, 2019 saint etiennes foxbase alpha box set also available as a signed edition may 3, 2019 by paul sinclair tags. This was the bands first single and is a cover of a neil young track. Saint etiennes foxbase alpha box set also available as a.
Jan, 2017 this limited edition vinyl set celebrates the 25th anniversary of the release of saint etienne s debut long player foxbase alpha. Saint etienne foxbase alpha vinyl lp saint etienne store. Longer songs like stoned to say the least and like the swallow are reminiscent of ambient house akin to the orb. For the album revamp, richard x used the original foxbase alpha masters but added whatever he felt like adding. The record with quite a logical title words and music has got all. Fox base alpha was saint etiennes debut full length record. Sep 25, 2008 only love can break your heart by saint etienne. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as descri. The sound is great and the extra tracks are a motherlode of stuff you would never expect but will certainly enjoy. Foxbase beta saint etienne to stream in hifi, or to download in true cd quality on. Available to purchase from all good record shops and via the saint etienne webshop click here for immediate shipping from this thursday 27th october. The original album remastered and cut onto two twelve inch 45rpm discs for higher fidelity, housed in an exclusive gatefold version of the original sleeve.
Nov 28, 2016 pop art, fanzines and channel 4 the making of saint etiennes foxbase alpha interview by michael hann. This limited edition vinyl set celebrates the 25th anniversary of the release of saint etienne s debut long player foxbase alpha. Saint etienne foxbase alpha deluxe edition 2cd 2009 one. At the time of recording, sarah cracknell was not fully part of the group, and as a. Saint etienne foxbase alpha full album free music streaming. Three 10x 8 black and white portraits of the group. Foxbase alpha is the debut album by british band saint etienne, released in 1991. Despite a handful of classic pop singles, saint etienne s debut album, foxbase alpha, is a tentative fusion of club culture and swinging 60s pop. The box set will be presented as a triple vinyl collection and includes foxbase alpha remastered and cut at 45rpm over two records and remains of the day, a bonus album 33rpm of associated recordings from the era, most of which are new to the vinyl format. Saint etienne 16 tracks released in 2006 electronic. Foxbase alpha, an album by saint etienne on spotify. Were giving you tonight as a gift for a limited time only to keep you occupied while the brand new website is under construction. Saint etienne foxbase alpha japan saint etienne foxbase alpha. This special edition with bonus disc containing bsides.
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Find similar albums to foxbase alpha saint etienne on allmusic allmusic. Saint etiennes foxbase alpha to be remixed by richard x. Exact reproductions of the original album press release and biography. Despite a handful of classic pop singles, saint etiennes debut album, foxbase alpha, is a tentative fusion of club culture and swinging 60s pop. The british trio saint etienne pleased its fans with a brand new, the eighth studio work. A 32 page book and assorted inserts including band photos, original press releases, foxbase trading cards and a digital download code complete the package. Lead vocalist sarah cracknell hasnt been fully integrated into the bands lineup she doesnt even sing on their astonishing eurodisco cover of neil youngs only love will break your heart, which is not only cleverly ironic, but also works. The vocal samples are taken from an educational lp recorded to help the british public with conversion to the decimal system. If you like this, also check out the deluxe edition 2 disc set of continental which is available right now.
Conceived at a time when indie rock and dance music converged and became something singular, take for example andrew weatheralls thunderous mix of opening track only love can break your heart, foxbase alpha seems to still hold up. English alternative dance band saint etienne have released nine studio albums, two soundtrack albums, nine compilation albums, two remix albums, seven mix albums, two video albums, one box set, four extended plays, 38 singles including one as a featured artist, and five promotional singles. The record with quite a logical title words and music has got all chances to become a great hit of this summer. In addition to this, the special edition included a 12x12 book, download code for the entire album in mp3 format, as well as reproductions of. English alternative dance band saint etienne have released nine studio albums, two soundtrack albums, nine compilation albums, two remix albums, seven mix albums, two video albums, one box set, four extended plays, 38 singles including one as.
Oct 25, 2016 saint etienne will release a special 25th anniversary vinyl box set of their 1991 debut album foxbase alpha in january next year. The album was recorded in a style which drew on the club culture and house music of the time, but also incorporates the groups characteristic love of 1960s pop, with tracks also bridged by samples from films or by short songs. Foxbase alpha named after a childhood injoke about a place filled with gorgeous people is both retro and modern, a love letter and a. Disc one is the original foxbase alpha album whilst disc two gathers together 14 rare tracks from the era. You can buy album foxbase alpha 1991 saint etienne. Pop art, fanzines and channel 4 the making of saint etiennes foxbase alpha interview by michael hann. Saint etienne was rootage to benefit momentum, as the british iron. Its hard to believe that saint etiennes debut album foxbase alpha turns 25 this year but the good news is that it still sounds as fresh, vibrant and relevant as the day it was released. Ive been a saint etienne fan for little over 16 years, fox basa alpha album is what started st etiennes musical journey for me. Only love can break your heart was rereleased in conjunction with fox base alpha and cracked the lower ending of the british pop charts. This limited edition vinyl set celebrates the 25th anniversary of the release of saint etiennes debut long player foxbase alpha.
An exact replica of the original heavenly pressing from 1991 resplendent with full colour inner sleeve and a digital download. Words and music by saint etienne deluxe edition cd2 2012. Download saint etienne mp3 panettiere is golden globes. The band is great live and ive had the privilege to meet the band. Following the spillage of fox base alpha, cracknell officially became a member of saint etienne. Foxbase alpha deluxe edition by saint etienne buy and. Saint etienne will release a special 25th anniversary vinyl box set of their 1991 debut album foxbase alpha in january next year.
Saint etiennes foxbase alpha box set also available as a signed edition may 3, 2019 by paul sinclair tags. Ewing contributes an essay to the liner notes of the foxbase reissue, and b saint etienne member bob stanley has contributed to pitchfork. The muchloved trio are returning with a new single tonight, followed closely by a new album in 2012. Heres what saint etienne member and occasional pitchfork contributor bob stanley. Its hard to believe that saint etienne s debut album foxbase alpha turns 25 this year but the good news is that it still sounds as fresh, vibrant and relevant as the day it was released. Listen to foxbase alpha by saint etienne on arena music featuring only love can break your heart. Foxbase alpha deluxe edition by saint etienne on amazon. If youre a cd person and missed this the first time around nows your chance. Remains of the day, an exclusive album that gathers together ten rare foxbase alphaera recordings from the period most of which are appearing on vinyl for the first time. Buy foxbase beta by saint etienne on heavenly recordings. An exclusive onesided 7 featuring the original, previously unreleased version of kiss and make up, featuring only love can break your heart singer. One of the most important diy albums of all time, the debut saint etienne long player foxbase alpha sees its 25th anniversary this year. At the time of recording, sarah cracknell was not fully part of the.
Foxbase alpha is the debut album by british band saint etienne, released in. Find similar albums to foxbase alpha saint etienne on allmusic. I love to dive deep into debut records, largely because they offer insights into the artists personal. Pop art, fanzines and channel 4 the making of saint etienne. Foxbase alpha is already a classic album by saint etienne. Saint etiennes foxbase alpha box set also available as. Here you can buy and download music mp3 saint etienne. Foxbase alpha 1991 pop saint etienne download pop music. Saint etienne spring by the line of best fit 30 october 2009, 15. Loved saint etiennes version a bit taken aback when i then heard dustys track. Download the qobuz apps for smartphones, tablets and computers, and listen to your purchases wherever you go. Check out foxbase alpha deluxe edition by saint etienne on amazon music. Ive been a saint etienne fan for little over 16 years, fox basa alpha album is what started st etienne s musical journey for me.
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