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Dear Catastrophe Waitress

~ Belle and Sebastian (Artist)
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (122 customer reviews)

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1. Step Into My Office, Baby
2. Dear Catastrophe Waitress
3. If She Wants Me
4. Piazza, New York Catcher
5. Asleep On A Sunbeam
6. I'm A Cuckoo
7. You Don't Send Me
8. Wrapped Up In Books
9. Lord Anthony
10. If You Find Yourself Caught In Love
11. Roy Walker
12. Stay Loose

Product Description

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Dear Catastrophe Waitress was a make or break album for Belle & Sebastian. Having lost two founder members (Stuart David to Looper and Isobel Campbell to the Gentle Waves) and produced a couple of endearing but not hugely exciting albums (their soundtrack to Todd Solondz's Storytelling film and their own Fold Your Hands Child, You Walk Like a Peasant), the pressure was on for the Scottish indie-pop six-piece to provide a startling return to form.

The presence of Trevor Horn (the man behind Tatu and Frankie Goes to Hollywood) as producer suggested that a stylistic leap was imminent. But would it be at the cost of the group's unique charm? Thankfully not. Chief songwriter Stuart Murdoch has clearly been listening to a lot of Randy Newman and Joe Jackson, along with a touch of Thin Lizzy, and Horn manages to meld these new influences with the trademark B&S sound. "Step into My Office Baby" is orchestral pop with a cheeky, almost raucous bent. "If She Wants Me" pulls off a flirtation with Orange Juice-style funk, while "Stay Loose" could be Squeeze covering "Space Oddity". On the more traditional B&S songs (the title track, "Wrapped Up in Books", live favourite "Lord Anthony"), the ante is upped simply by the quality of songwriting, which is a match for anything from the Tigermilk glory days.

For a band whose best work seemed long behind them, Dear Catastrophe Waitress is just what was ordered. Not simply a return to form, but a bright new future. --Ian Watson



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Sigmatropic, a renowned Greek artist has accomplished a truly amazing and unique project! With the help of a deliriously star-studded cast of guests he performs songs based on the haiku poetry of celebrated, Nobel Prize winning Greek author George Seferis

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5.0 out of 5 stars I'm a Cuckoo, Jul 17 2004
Belle and Sebastian, yes, the large band from overseas that have brought us tons of great depressing songs, have created the perfect pop album. Dear Catastrophe Waitress is full of great pop songs. Some of my favorites are I'm A Cuckoo, Step Into My Office, Baby, If She Wants Me, and If You Find Yourself Caught in Love. These songs should get more airplay. Sadly, i don't see that happening any time soon. Anyway, Don't expect a ton of great depressing songs this time around. Expect a fresh, new, and happy Belle and Sebastian. Enjoy.
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5.0 out of 5 stars maybe "too good" for some..., Jul 4 2004
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Reading some of the negative reviews of this album, I get the feeling that B&S are probably the band with the most critical fans ever... I couldn't find anything bad or overproduced on this album - it's great just like all their other albums and EPs. And what's wrong with them going a little more mainstream? I think B&S are a band who deserve a lot more success than they got.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful, Jun 30 2004
This was the first B&S album that I ever bought, based on reccommandations from some indie-rock/pop friends, a purchase I don't regret for an instant. It's nice to see that pop can still be created in a sophisticated and clever fashion, without falling prey to forumula and commercial appeal. A great addition to anyone who like well put together music without any contrived "edginess" to it.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Bright, shiney, delicious pop!
I'd kinda stopped listening to Belle & Sebastian's output after "If You're Feeling Sinister" - so I wasn't sure what to expect here. Read more
Published on Jun 9 2004 by aloverofgreysilentdays

5.0 out of 5 stars What a Whimsical Listen
Excellent album, highlighted by the singles, and the strongest track, 'If She Wants Me'. Being my first Belle and Sebastian experience I was pleasantly surprised and after... Read more
Published on Jun 7 2004 by Ziggy

5.0 out of 5 stars I will now sell 5 copies of Dear Catastrophe Waitress...
An earlier reviewer made passing reference to the use of Belle & Sebastian in the movie High Fidelity. Read more
Published on Jun 2 2004 by ottonomy

3.0 out of 5 stars plaid...with stripes
This CD is like when you wear plaid with stripes. It is a mixed up-don't know what I wanna be sorta problem. The band sounds great but it is too much of this and that. Read more
Published on May 30 2004 by corenaboo

4.0 out of 5 stars The State They're In
I was not initially drawn to this album. I missed the faux stylization of previous releases such as on tracts like "The Wrong Girl" and the very navel gazing storytelling behind... Read more
Published on May 20 2004 by George Gonzalez

4.0 out of 5 stars their 4th best album
Since there are already 115 reviews you probably already know that I'm a fan that I feel compelled to write. Read more
Published on May 1 2004 by TheTechGuy

4.0 out of 5 stars Recommendation
This CD was recommended to me from Amazon so I thought I would check it out. I thought Belle & Sebastian was sort of dull in the past. I got a few of the records previously. Read more
Published on April 24 2004 by alexander laurence

2.0 out of 5 stars Horrifyingly disappointing
I gave this album 2 stars because it's the worst B&S album to date. Here's why:

1. The lyrics are corny. Read more

Published on April 19 2004 by Ella Quin

3.0 out of 5 stars Stay Tuned...
...because this album is a strong indicator that Belle & Sebastian will soon find their footing and release another great album. Read more
Published on April 8 2004 by Brooke Pennington

5.0 out of 5 stars greatly rewarding
I was, like many others, incredibly disappointed with this album when I first listened to it. It was too peppy, some songs went on forever, and the religious references in... Read more
Published on April 8 2004 by race_of_doom

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