Digitally re-mastered 2 CD 'Legacy Edition'. 1996 saw the release of Beth Orton's acclaimed debut album 'Trailer Park'. With its fusion of folk, 60's girl group harmonies and electronica, it encompassed the sounds of the l... more »ate 1990s. This special edition features live versions of 'Galaxy Of Emptiness', 'Touch Me With Your Love', as well as early versions of 'Demons' and 'Best Bits'. It also includes collaborations with the legendary Terry Callier on tracks such as 'Dolphins' and 'Lean On Me', making this collection the ultimate must-have for fans. Sony/BMG. 2008.« less
Digitally re-mastered 2 CD 'Legacy Edition'. 1996 saw the release of Beth Orton's acclaimed debut album 'Trailer Park'. With its fusion of folk, 60's girl group harmonies and electronica, it encompassed the sounds of the late 1990s. This special edition features live versions of 'Galaxy Of Emptiness', 'Touch Me With Your Love', as well as early versions of 'Demons' and 'Best Bits'. It also includes collaborations with the legendary Terry Callier on tracks such as 'Dolphins' and 'Lean On Me', making this collection the ultimate must-have for fans. Sony/BMG. 2008.
CD Reviews
A unique voice and some great songs
Howdy | Denver, CO United States | 04/04/2002
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I got Trailer Park when it was first released in the late 90's and waited for it to take off. It never really did. Then her next album, Central Reservation was released and again I waited...and again not much response. While Beth has a large loyal following, it is nowhere near the following she deserves. She is a talented songwriter with a wonderfully distinct voice. I really like a number of the songs on the album, but I especially like "She Cries Your Name" and "I Wish I Never Saw The Sunshine". If you are deciding between this and Central Reservation as your introduction to Beth Orton, I actually like this album better. On the other album, the song "Central Reservation" is a great song and got some air play and some dance remixes got some play, but I think overall this album has stronger songs. (Don't let the Dance Remix comment throw you...Beth's music is mellow ballads and funky songs. She is not Madonna, she is much more Indigo Girls and The Story.)"
What they say about you, it's true...you know it, too
David Blosser | Carmen Sandiego | 12/03/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"A lot of bizarre labels have been attached to the music of Beth Orton: Folk and rock, to be sure, but also trip hop, beat hop, treat beat, beat bop, seat crop, and lounge. It doesn't matter that i made up half of those words just now, and it doesn't matter that you even try to put Beth Orton into some tidy little pigeon hole, because her music is impossible to nail down. What is Beth Orton's music? It's beautiful, soulful, witty, heartbreaking, and damned near perfect. She's not the next anyone. She's the first Beth Orton."
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Justarasta | Coral Gables, FL United States | 11/01/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Started with Daybreaker and worked my way backward through Central Reservation and just received Trailer Park. All three are excellent. All three are different and unique in their own way. I think that Beth's voice is clearer and less edgy on Trailer Park than her later work which is a very pleasant surprise as the lyrics - which are excellent - can be understood. In some ways this CD reminds me more of Daybreaker than CR as both span alot of musical territory from straight acoustic guitar to orchestral movements. There are few artists that I can honestly say that I take great pleasure in all of their CD's, Beth is one. Yeah I know I haven't mentioned "Best Bits" which I have also received but have not really listened to - but this is a remarkable string of CD's. There are those who simply do not like Beth's voice and those who don't want to spend the energy to listen to music that is better with active brain activity. That means that you really have to listen to the music to really get what Beth is doing - it really is not suited to backround music. If you don't fall into either category you will more than likely fall in love with Beth like I have."
I can't stop listening to this CD!
David Blosser | 06/26/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I got this CD completely on impulse. I actually decided on it because I heard a song from her more recent album, Central Reservation. Well, the store only had copies of Trailer Park, so I ended up buying that. I'm so glad I did. I'm partial to electronic music, so I particularly like "Tangent" (the way her voice echoes is beautiful), but the rest of the album is stunning as well. I love singing to "She Cries Your Name". In short, folk music gets its hands dirty here. Enjoy the ride."
Smitten
Jeff Hiser | Madison, Wisconsin United States | 07/17/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Once in a great while, an album comes along that transcends musical genres such as pop, folk or electronica and instead creates a wholly original sound from a unique blend of styles... Trailer Park is such an album. Beautifully crafted songs, awash in acoustic guitar and subtle electronic beats, counterpointed by Miss Orton's stunning voice. Trailer Park is the rare album that exists as a whole, possessing singular songs, yet best enjoyed in it's entirety...perchance on a moonlit balcony with cocktail in hand (personal preference). There is an interesting and bittersweet interplay throughout between the bright melodies and Orton's soul searching and jilted lyrics. Anyone who has ever had their heart broken will find a kindred spirit in "I Wish I Never Saw the Sunshine", a last tear-smudged kiss on the cheek before the haunting fade out of "Galaxy of Emptiness". Trailer Park is rare indeed in the current climate of pre-packaged, glossy pop music excess; a warm, engaging work that begs repeated listening, and comforts like an old friend on a rainy day."
Track Listings (11) - Disc #1