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Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 208 reviews

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Belle and Sebastian are a Glaswegian indie band, known for their wistful, intellectual lyrics and melodic style and often compared to musicians such as Nick Drake and bands such as The Smiths. Many believe that they are the definitive sound of modern indie folk in Scotland. They formed in 1996, taking their name from the French children's book, Belle et S�bastien. Their sound is considered to be unusual and distinctive, and it has inspired a loyal following, although the band has never sought widespread commercial success and has in fact often shunned excess media coverage.

Originally signed to Jeepster Records, the band released a number of albums before signing with Rough Trade Records in the UK and Matador Records in the US. Their discography includes the studio albums Tigermilk, famous for being recorded in only three days, and If You're Feeling Sinister. They were both released in 1996, with the well known Boy with the Arab Strap released in 1998, Storytelling in 2002, The Life Pursuit in 2006, and Belle and Sebastian Write About Love in 2010. The band have also appeared on various compilation albums and live albums.

The band has received a number of award nominations, including the BRIT Awards' Best Newcomer, an Ivor Novello and the Mercury Music Prize. They also hosted their own music festival, the Bowlie Weekender, and were voted the Greatest Scottish Band by The List in 2005. Their music has appeared in a range of films, and they have toured throughout the UK, Europe and America. One particularly notable show was at the Hollywood Bowl with the Los Angeles Philharmonic in front of a sell-out crowd of 18,000. Band members also worked to compile a CD collection of fresh children's songs along with a range of artists, including the Flaming Lips and Franz Ferdinand in 2006.

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Rating: 4.6 out of 5 based on 208 reviews
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  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    Meh

    by NJ on 5/2/24History - Toronto

    Solid venue, suboptimal performance. Or maybe I'm just not a fan of the band as much as I was 20 yrs ago 🤷🏿‍♂️

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing Show😎👏📈

    by Wingnut on 5/2/24History - Toronto

    Very interesting and entertaining. The backscreen with customized background videos for every song was a bonus, and enhanced the experience. Loved the fun banter with the audience - fun show

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Great, Great concert

    by Gustavo on 5/1/24MTELUS - Montreal

    Amazing front man, ambience, great concert of this influential band

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    So good

    by Emi on 5/1/24MTELUS - Montreal

    This band was amazing. They were also really funny.

  • Rating: 3 out of 5

    the Orpheum sucks

    by MarkAF on 4/30/24Orpheum Theatre presented by Citizens - Boston

    Belle and Sebastian were wonderful, amazing -- but the venue was such a bummer it was a distraction. Bands like this need to be in a hall where we can dance, not someplace that is so uncomfortable, too crowded, poor sight lines. Never go to the Orpheum!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A Show of Deep Dives and Rare Beauty

    by JBr on 4/30/24Orpheum Theatre presented by Citizens - Boston

    I've seen Belle and Sebastian at least 8 times (I've lost count), and I felt pretty sure that I knew what I would hear. There would be a good number of tracks from the latest album, Late Developers, and then the chestnuts that they always play (I'm a Cuckoo, The Boy with the Arab Strap, and Judy and the Dream of Horses) and some surprises. I had not looked at any setlists before this show because I like to be surprised, or at least validated in what I think they will play. WELL, was I wrong. Yes, we got Piazza, New York Catcher and Arab Strap, but we also got some of my favorite songs, most especially Stars of Track and Field, Mayfly, and Dear Catastrophe Waitress. I'm not going to risk spoiling future shows for anyone; I'm just saying that people should go see them on this tour! The band was tight, the voices soared, and the mood was infectious. For me, it was their best show in years. I was grinning ear to ear the entire night. I didn't think any band but Sparks could make me this happy.

  • Rating: 1 out of 5

    Really corny and disappointing

    by Liz on 4/30/24Orpheum Theatre presented by Citizens - Boston

    The projections completely ruined the show. Why were they necessary? It made the whole performance hokey and embarrassing. Please never do this again.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Brilliant!

    by Chmac on 4/30/24Orpheum Theatre presented by Citizens - Boston

    Great energy, better sound quality than their studio recordings. Such a talented group of musicians.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    They've still got it!

    by K-Rock-3000 on 4/30/24Orpheum Theatre presented by Citizens - Boston

    Lots of surprises and great performances by the band. I've been a fan for 25+ years and this was one of my favorite shows. So great when they brought fans up on the stage with them - the band seems to truly have fun as well - which is rare to see.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Thee Sacred Souls Stole the Show

    by M. S. on 6/7/22Greek Theatre - Los Angeles

    Opening act, Thee Sacred Souls, were astounding. The lead singer Josh Lane is the best thing to come along since Smokey Robinson and Marvin Gaye rolled into one soulful package. The band, overall, is amazing. Their sound is unique. Frankly, they simply stole the show: Tennis and Belle & Sebastian pale in comparison.