In their most exotic experiments, Saint Etienne's velvety melodies are built on an intricate weave of disparate sounds. "She's the One" rides a funky bass groove that cuts through a cheeky Four Tops sample, while "Urban Clearway" drops a sweeping baroque-pop melody into the middle of a disco. Even their early work plays off this contrast, like the eerie yet enchanting dream-pop squall of "Like the Swallow".