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Review 1 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: I thought it was great when Stuart invited like 9 people to get on stage and dance with him. Then the whole venue got up and danced. @

Posted 11/10/2010

by boston520

Location:Eugene, Or

The show was absolutely incredible. Stuart Murdoch was very funny and a great singer and dancer. The instrumentation was just incredible. One of my favorite show to ever go to. they didn't play my favorite 2 or so songs, but that is okay. The ones they did play were great too. I thought it was great when some random guy yelled out and asked if we could stand up, because everyone was sitting. Stuarts answer was awesome. He said to wait two songs.

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: I thought it was great when Stuart invited like 9 people to get on stage and dance with him. Then the whole venue got up and danced. @

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Review 2 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Belle and Sebastian: Better than Sex

The Chicago Theatre @

- Chicago @

, IL @

- Mon, Oct 11, 2010 @

Favorite moment: The new version of Piazza New York Catcher @

Posted 11/02/2010

by lizb86

Location:Ann Arbor

The concert was amazing. The band played wonderfully, Stuart Murdoch is an endearing and effective front-man.

The Chicago Theatre @

- Chicago @

, IL @

- Mon, Oct 11, 2010 @

Favorite moment: The new version of Piazza New York Catcher @

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Review 3 for Belle & Sebastian

4 / 5

the best part was...

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: CPR/Claws 2 @

Opening act(s): Typhoon! @

Posted 10/23/2010

by malarkeyt5

Location:Salem

... the opening band! To be sure we enjoyed Belle & Sebastian, their music was inspiring, unique and seems timeless. It was a lovely evening all around. Still, the most exciting aspect was hearing a young local band hold their own at the Schniitz! Even with a roadie awkwardly setting up for the :Main Act" while they played, Typhoon so completely owned the stage and thoroughly impressed us all. Audience manners were shockingly poor; our view of the stage was consistently obstructed by patrons leaving & entering during songs .

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: CPR/Claws 2 @

Opening act(s): Typhoon! @

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Review 4 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Posted 10/21/2010

by DexterRex

My only complaint is that they didn't play all night long.

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

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Review 5 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Belle & Sebastian - a friendly, talented band

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Setlist: The last song was Legal Man. @

Opening act(s): Typhoon. A band from Portland. We missed it, but I listened to some songs online and think they are pretty good. @

Posted 10/21/2010

by Stacekar

Location:Portland, OR

Definitely a different kind of concert. First of all, when you see a concert at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall you are in assigned seats. It is stunning inside. The first half of the show was a nice relaxing experience with everyone seated. The band was very casual and lead singer Stuart Murdoch talked to the crowd in-between songs. About half way in, a fan asked if they could stand up. The lead singer said to wait 2 songs. The final quarter of the concert had everyone on their feet and the energy level picked up.

Musically, this is a very skilled band. There were 12 members on the stage. Most of the vocals were by Stuart Murdoch, but it seemed like everyone sang lead in at least one song. The rich layers of the pop rock/folk songs were amazing. They play acoustic, lead, rhythm, and bass guitars. On top of the guitars are an organ, piano, drums, trumpets, a quartet of strings, flute and violin. The thing is that they are really tight. The sound was really good. You could easily hear each instrument.

The 2 things that really stood out to me. First, let a handful of fans go on stage and dance with the band for 2 songs. I love how odd my fellow Portlanders are. Second, Stuart sang while going up the aisle and around the back of the theater. They didn't seem to have egos and know how important their fans are. It was so different than any concert I'd seen - because of the band and the venue.

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Setlist: The last song was Legal Man. @

Opening act(s): Typhoon. A band from Portland. We missed it, but I listened to some songs online and think they are pretty good. @

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Review 6 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Wish I had

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: When members of the audience were invited to come up on stage and dance. Each was rewarded with a hug and a necklace at the end of the song. @

Posted 10/21/2010

by Octavecat

I knew this show would be great. I've been a fan for 11 years. Missed Belle and Sebastian the last couple of times they came through, but knew I needed to see them. I wasn't disappointed. The musicianship was top notch, and Belle and Sebastian have a stage presence that is both relaxed and authentic. I love how some of the members would sit out during certain songs by finding a space on the floor and literally sitting down. The vocals were amazing, particularly those performed by the female vocalist. Support this band by purchasing their albums and going to their shows!

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: When members of the audience were invited to come up on stage and dance. Each was rewarded with a hug and a necklace at the end of the song. @

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Review 7 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Belle and Sebastian are fantastic

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Opening with Stars of Track and Field then going straight into Dirty Dream #2 @

Setlist: Stars of Track and Field, Dirt Dream #2, can't remember all of them... @

Opening act(s): Typhoon (not recommended as much...) @

Posted 10/21/2010

by noviceexploder

Location:Worshington

Belle and Sebastian are fantastic. Full stop. In the event that you're a fan of their music then seeing them live is just phenomenal. I alternated between googly eyes and dancing as they ran through a setlist containing the best songs from multiple albums. They even invited a bunch of folks on stage for a few numbers (Arab Strap being one of them).

In all, it was a fantastic show!

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Opening with Stars of Track and Field then going straight into Dirty Dream #2 @

Setlist: Stars of Track and Field, Dirt Dream #2, can't remember all of them... @

Opening act(s): Typhoon (not recommended as much...) @

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Review 8 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Everybody standing to dance for the last five songs or so was blissful. @

Opening act(s): Typhoon @

Posted 10/21/2010

by Anonymous

This show was pure goodness from beginning to end. They played plenty of old favorites, only two songs from the new album. There was friendly banter with the audience, and they brought a handful of people onstage to dance with them... Stuart ran through the audience at one point. The sound quality was great, the lights were good, there was basically nothing about the evening that I didn't enjoy.

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Everybody standing to dance for the last five songs or so was blissful. @

Opening act(s): Typhoon @

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Review 9 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Adorable Scots with great dance moves

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: When Stuart Murdoch danced and swayed his little hips. @

Opening act(s): Typhoon @

Posted 10/21/2010

by catastrophewaitress

Belle & Sebastian were just as darling, funny and talented as I'd hoped they would be. Typhoon was the perfect opener for them -- both bands even had 12 people on stage! B&S played a wonderful variety of tracks both old and new (although I wish they'd played Step Into My Office, Baby). I also thought they would have whipped out the title track of their new album, but alas they did not. Their banter about Portland was of course well-received. They even hilariously and good-naturedly pulled up a bunch of people from the audience to dance on stage with them. All around a perfect event!

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: When Stuart Murdoch danced and swayed his little hips. @

Opening act(s): Typhoon @

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Review 10 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Yay Belle & Sebastian

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Setlist: All I really remember is that they closed with Legal Man @

Posted 10/21/2010

by tankdeer

Location:Portland, OR

Simply Amazing. What can I say? They rocked my socks.

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Setlist: All I really remember is that they closed with Legal Man @

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Review 11 for Belle & Sebastian

4 / 5

Belle & Sebastian was a very enjoyable show

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Posted 10/21/2010

by BKF1

Belle and Sebastian put on a fun show with feel good music. I was disappointed when the show was over!

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

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Review 12 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Posted 10/21/2010

by Pdxsweetie

Location:Portland, Oregon

Belle & Sebastian were awesome! Great venue to see them.

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

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Review 13 for Belle & Sebastian

4 / 5

Always a good time!

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Posted 10/21/2010

by Anonymous

Have been a belle and sebastian fan for a long time and it was great to get to see them and at such a beautiful venue. Portlanders need to learn how to dance!

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

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Review 14 for Belle & Sebastian

4 / 5

Belle and Sebastian Charm Portland

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Undoubtedly when Stuart danced onstage with about 10 or so members of the audience. Most of whom were visibly enthralled and utterly ecstatic. @

Posted 10/21/2010

by WinterWhite

Belle and Sebastian put on a wonderful show, drawing not just from their new album but from the favorites of their past (all the way back to Tigermilk). Stuart really connected well with the audience, at one point dashing through the crowd (to the chagrin of the staff). The invitation for several members of the audience to come up onto the stage also added a more personal touch, reducing the 4th wall to shambles.

The performance was exceptional, with obvious zeal and enthusiasm consuming the band. They appeared quite energized, but played with their hearts on their sleeves. It also seems fair to say they were as captivated as their audience, and were all to eager to do several encores for the crowd.

On the technical side of things, there was quite an impressive light show to accompany the stage antics and siren songs. The venue was quite remarkable as an operatic hall with all the gilded glamour one could muster (although the crowd and musicians all seemed to be a bit out of place and under-dressed). It was a fine evening, with an after party walkably close at the Someday Lounge (with appearances by members of the band).

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Undoubtedly when Stuart danced onstage with about 10 or so members of the audience. Most of whom were visibly enthralled and utterly ecstatic. @

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Review 15 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

Posted 10/21/2010

by Anonymous

The venue is excellent and Belle and Sebastian put on a rockin show!

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall @

- Portland @

, OR @

- Tue, Oct 19, 2010 @

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Review 16 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Belle & Sebastian are BRILLIANT

Dar Constitution Hall @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Thu, Oct 14, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Boy With The Arab Strap @

Posted 10/20/2010

by BritPopJunky

This bunch of Scots always put on an amazing show and this one was no exception. They have never had the same playlist any time I've seen them which keeps the shows fresh and they are terrific at balancing new material with the favorites.
I'd seen them at Constitution Hall a few years ago and it's a good venue for them - fairly large but the audience isn't disconnected.

Dar Constitution Hall @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Thu, Oct 14, 2010 @

Favorite moment: Boy With The Arab Strap @

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Review 17 for Belle & Sebastian

4 / 5

Loved B&S

Dar Constitution Hall @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Thu, Oct 14, 2010 @

Posted 10/19/2010

by stbomb

Location:Maryland

While I was concerned about the sit-down venue when we took our seats, I thought B&S did a great job of keeping the crowd engaged and energized throughout the performance. The sound was super and they were extremely fun to watch with all the band members continually scurrying about playing different instruments. The string quartet was a nice touch.

Dar Constitution Hall @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Thu, Oct 14, 2010 @

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Review 18 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Amazing Event...Questionable Ticket Practices

Dar Constitution Hall @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Thu, Oct 14, 2010 @

Favorite moment: When they mistakenly seated us in Row B instead of Row S!!!! Hahahahaha!!!!! @

Setlist: Good mix of new album and old favorites...EXCEPT, NO SONGS OFF TIGERMILK!!! .....AGAIN!!!! @

Opening act(s): Versus of the Merge label. They wore out their welcome after 5 songs. Not the caliber of band to open for B&S. @

Posted 10/18/2010

by BscottB919

Location:PA

This was in my top 5 concerts ever attended (and trust me, I have seen a lot!). The band was amazing, charming, engaging, gregarious and flat out fabulous.

Dar Constitution Hall @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Thu, Oct 14, 2010 @

Favorite moment: When they mistakenly seated us in Row B instead of Row S!!!! Hahahahaha!!!!! @

Setlist: Good mix of new album and old favorites...EXCEPT, NO SONGS OFF TIGERMILK!!! .....AGAIN!!!! @

Opening act(s): Versus of the Merge label. They wore out their welcome after 5 songs. Not the caliber of band to open for B&S. @

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Review 19 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

I felt young again! Thank you!

Dar Constitution Hall @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Thu, Oct 14, 2010 @

Favorite moment: When I was dancing and you briefly joined in. I appreciate the interaction. I like that. Not a pretentious show. @

Opening act(s): Versus. @

Posted 10/17/2010

by Moomer

Location:Athens, Ohio

I saw the show at DAR Hall. It was really great. You should have played Meat and Potatoes. If you play this at future shows I want you to let people know that Maryam made you play it. It is a wonderful song and I think it speaks to so much of what a gal wants. Not only in the obvious way presented, but in general. I loved the show. I loved how you acknowledged that we were getting older and starting families. I was feeling that all day and when you acknowledged at the show it made my night. I also liked the way you interacted with the audience. I felt alive! Maryam wants to hear Meat and Potatoes! I will travel to another show if you promise to play it. Tell me where and when and I will make the trip.

Dar Constitution Hall @

- Washington @

, DC @

- Thu, Oct 14, 2010 @

Favorite moment: When I was dancing and you briefly joined in. I appreciate the interaction. I like that. Not a pretentious show. @

Opening act(s): Versus. @

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Review 20 for Belle & Sebastian

5 / 5

Belle & Sebastian can really rock

Massey Hall @

- Toronto @

, ON @

- Tue, Oct 12, 2010 @

Posted 10/17/2010

by moresprinkles

Location:Salt Lake City

This concert was amazing. We drove up from Michigan and it was well worth the 4 hour drive. We thought we would never be able to see them so this was an especially awesome concert. I would definitely see them again.

Massey Hall @

- Toronto @

, ON @

- Tue, Oct 12, 2010 @

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