- Audio Cassette (9 Mar 1999)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Import
- Label: Arista
- ASIN: B00000IGZ4
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
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Track Listings
| 1. Stolen Car |
| 2. Sweetest Decline |
| 3. Couldn't Cause Me Harm |
| 4. So Much More |
| 5. Pass in Time |
| 6. Central Reservation [Original Version] |
| 7. Stars All Seem to Weep |
| 8. Love Like Laughter |
| 9. Blood Red River |
| 10. Devil Song |
| 11. Feel to Believe |
| 12. Central Reservation [Ben Watt Mix] |
Product Description
Amazon.co.uk Review
Is Beth Orton the folkie Beck? Or is Beck an Orton with beats? Since both graze from genre to genre like goats feasting on whatever strikes their fancy, drawing parallels is tempting ... and perhaps pointless. After all, both artists were born in 1970 and emerged at a time when musical categorisation became an exercise in futility. English thrush Orton's third release--like her critically hailed debut and the Best Bit EP--prompts one to flash on an ever-swelling range of influences. Since she's blessed with the rich, warm voice of a true pop singer, it's easy to imagine her sharing space on some out-of-time radio playlist with Dusty Springfield (listen to the elegant, string-laden "Sweetest Decline"), except Orton's music draws on 1990s trip-hop elements as well the jazzy folk of Tim Buckley and vet Terry Callier (reprising his Best Bit cameo). Orchestration, upright bass, vibes and Orton's own resolute guitar give long, languid tracks such as "So Much More" and "Pass in Time" an Astral Weeks-like feel. All those touchstones and no fewer than six producers might imply that Central Reservation is something of a mishmash. In truth, Orton's overriding vision is all that's needed to create cohesion. --Steven Stolder
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Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
God bless her, she’s a saviour! I agree with one of the other reviewers here, when he says that Beth Orton is almost a genre unto herself. If I had to describe her music, I would definitely say that she has elements of folk, chillout, pop, rock and even trip-hop. It sounds crazy but it really works! Some good comparisons to other artists would be Sheryl Crow or Dido (without all the hype). If Beth Orton had Dido’s marketing she would be just as big, but more deservedly so. This is probably Beth’s best to date, and a good place to start if you’re a newcomer to her work. But don’t you dare miss her first album, Trailer Park and the Best Bit EP. Standout tracks include Stolen Car, Central Reservation and Devil Song. I find myself singing along to many of the songs on this album, which is a bit silly when you’re a bloke! Usually I only write reviews on this site when no-one's reviewed them before, so I have a chance to win the £50 :) But in this instance, I really feel like spreading the word. It’s truly, food for the soul.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Whereas Trailer Park was split between beautiful tunes and trancey technofolk, Central Reservation is from start to end a beautiful, beautiful album. Just check out 'Feel To Believe' or 'Sweetest Decline'....there is not one duff track or album filler. If you can appreciate gorgeous melodies and emotive music or just love to chill out then you'll LOVE this. And to keep the technofolkers happy there's even a hint of the spacy chilled-out vibe that was present on Trailer Park. I don't think I can express how much I love this album, it just has to heard! To summarise: Beth Orton is a BRILLIANT artist, Trailer Park is a great album, and Central Reservation is even better!!! Absolutely beautiful and DEFINITELY in my top 3 favourite albums of all time!!!BUY IT NOW!!!!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
beth Orton is one of the most striking singer/songwriters we have produced from this land, and this album (her 2nd) blows you away with beats, folk, soul and depth. If you havent heard Beth before, get this album and Daybreaker - in fact get all of her albums incl. trailer park. her voice soothes and is original and unique and the music is spot on and totally Beths, all from her heart. And, lets be honest, heart music is better than any other.Keep writing and singing pls Ms Orton. See u at the Dome in March.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
The Voice
Beth Orton's voice is amazing. Really haunting! I am going to buy her other album at a later date. I have to, it's in the rules!
Published 22 months ago by Chris W.
No 'filler' but doesn't quite hit the spot
The fashionable Folk-trip-hop infused 'Stars All Seem To Weep' is the weak link in an otherwise pleasant if uninspiring collection of folk-tinged ballads. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Daniel Margrain
It has all been said..
Thank you Beth for a beautiful collection of songs. If you like melodies and honest songs sang with emotion, this is a CD you should buy.
Published on 2 Sep 2003 by Trevor
Orton is the voice of an angel not Charlotte Church!
How can you fault a woman who obviously puts all her emotion into her music? In my opinion you can't. This is the new breed of folk music at its best. Read more
Published on 27 Jun 2003 by Trillian
Sweetest Ascent!
I bought this CD after listening to an interview and a few tracks from Beth Orton on the radio. This is really good album that succesfully blends a number of different styles. Read more
Published on 6 Nov 2002 by Coucho
Mellow, mysterious, almost a new genre in the making
I bought this CD as a Christmas present to myself, based on nothing other than general critical acclaim. Read more
Published on 29 Dec 1999
A brilliant album that never the less slightly dissapoints
With the notable exception of the title track (which is a little trite and 'pop'), this album takes you to an amazing high. Read more
Published on 28 Dec 1999
More than your average chill out album
Beth brings soul to the world of electro/folk. She sings with an awe inspiring ability to display tragic emotion whilst having a wry smile on her face. Read more
Published on 26 Dec 1999
Beth Orton is Beautiful !!!
This album is gorgeous ! From the first track on it delights and soothes the heart and soul. Beth Orton (even the name is beautiful), is the best and most creative female singer I... Read more
Published on 7 Nov 1999 by colin_morgan@gala-bingo.co.uk
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