MusiQ
Saint Etienne - You Need A Mess Of Help To Stand Alone
Review by Megan May
Saint Etienne's album, You Need A Mess Of Help To Stand Alone, is a beautifully crafted collection of songs that showcase the band's signature blend of indie pop and dance music. Released in 1993, the album features a range of influences, from Motown to Northern Soul, and is a testament to the band's ability to seamlessly blend genres.
The opening track, "This Is Radio Etienne," sets the tone for the album with its catchy melody and upbeat tempo. The album's lead single, "You're In A Bad Way," is a standout track with its infectious chorus and bouncy rhythm. Other highlights include "Hobart Paving," a dreamy ballad that showcases Sarah Cracknell's delicate vocals, and "Join Our Club," a dance-floor-ready anthem that will have listeners grooving along.
Throughout the album, Saint Etienne's songwriting shines, with lyrics that touch on themes of love, loss, and the struggles of everyday life. The band's attention to detail is evident in the intricate arrangements and lush production, making You Need A Mess Of Help To Stand Alone a true masterpiece of its time.
Table of Contents
Download
Filename: saint-etienne-you-need-a-mess-of-help-to-stand-alone.rar- MP3 size: 89.6 mb
- FLAC size: 501.2 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Filthy | 5:13 | |
| Duke Duvet | 3:12 | |
| Speedwell | 6:31 | |
| Kiss and Make Up | 06:19 | |
| People Get Real | 4:45 | |
| Kiss And Make Up (Extended Version) | 6:19 | |
| Archway People | 3:21 | |
| Kiss And Make Up | 6:19 | |
| Paper | 4:09 | |
| Who Do You Think You Are | 3:55 | |
| Some Place Else | 3:42 | |
| California Snow Story | 4:20 | |
| Who Do You Think You Are? | 3:53 | |
| Join Our Club | 3:17 |
Video
Images
Catalog Numbers
- HVNLP7CD
- HVNLP7CD, 4995522000
- HVNLP 7CDP
- HVNLP7CDP
- HVNLP 7
- HVNLP7MC
Labels
- Heavenly
- Heavenly, Columbia
Listen online
- online luisteren
- lytte på nettet
- écouter en ligne
- online anhören
- ascolta in linea
- escuchar en línea
- kuunnella verkossa
- ouvir online
- lyssna på nätet
Formats
- CD
- Compilation
- Promo
- Vinyl
- LP
- Cassette
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Creation Records Ltd. |
| Copyright (c) | Saint Etienne |
| Distributed By | Pinnacle |
| Published By | Warner/Chappell |
| Glass Mastered At | Nimbus |
| Licensed To | Sony Music Entertainment (UK) Ltd. |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Design | Anthony Sweeney |
| Photography By | Aude Prieur |
| Written-By | Stanley (tracks: A2, A3, A5 to B1, B3 to B5), Wiggs (tracks: A2, A3, A5 to B1, B3 to B5) |
Notes
- All songs published by Warner Chappell, except:
- Track 1 : Belsize Music
- Track 4: Xit
- Track 8: Copyright Control/Complete Music
- 4 © 1990, 6, 11 © 1991, 5, 7 to 10 © 1992, 1 to 3 © 1993
- ℗ Creation Records Ltd 1993
- © Saint Etienne 1993
- Made in England
- 1 Belsize Music, Ltd., 4 Xit Music, 8: Universal Music Publishing Ltd./
- Momentum Music Ltd./Complete Music Ltd.
- 1,2,11 © 1993, 3,4,7,8,9,10 © 1992, 6 © 1991, 5 © 1990 Saint Etienne under exclusive licence to Sony Music Entertainment (UK), Ltd. © 1993 Saint Etienne
- Promo Album, No Artwork.
- Contains versions and b-sides. Printed inner sleeve with pictures of previous releases.
- All songs written by Stanley/Wiggs except:
- Who Do You Think You Are (Dyer/Scott)
- Kiss and Make Up (Wratten/Hiscock)
- Filthy (Stanley/Wiggs/Mais)
- Paper (Cracknell/Deebank)
- A1-A3 ©1993, A4 ©1990, A5 ©1992, A6 ©1991
- B1-B4 ©1992, B5 ©1991
- 3 panel 'U' card printed one side only. Clear/foil cassette with white on-body print.
Barcodes
- Barcode: 5 025006 690074
- Label Code: LC6306
- Matrix / Runout (Variant 1): HVNLP 7 CD • 1:2 MASTERED BY NIMBUS
- Matrix / Runout (Variant 2): HVNLP 7 CD • 1:0 MASTERED BY NIMBUS
- Barcode: 5 099749955226
- Label Code: LC0162
- Matrix / Runout: Sony Music 54995522000-0101 11 A1
- Mastering SID Code: IFPI L551
- Mould SID Code: IFPI 9440
- Rights Society: MCPS/BIEM/SDRM
- Barcode: 5 025006 490070
- Label Code: LC 6306
About Saint Etienne
Real Name
- Sarah Cracknell
- Bob Stanley & Pete Wiggs.
Name Vars
- S.t Etienne
- Saint Etienn
- Saint Ettienne
- Saint-Etienne
- SaintEtienne
- St Etienne
- St-Etienne
- St. Entienne
- St. Etiene
- St. Etienne
- St. Ettienne
- St.Etienne
- St.Etinne
- Vஉ҂ম
Members
- Sarah Cracknell
- Bob Stanley
- Pete Wiggs
Summary by Megan May
Comments
