Elbow - Station Approach (Official Music Video)

Elbow – Station Approach (Official Music Video, from Leaders of the Free World DVD)

Watch the official music video for “Station Approach” by Elbow, featured on their 2005 album Leaders of the Free World and included on the special DVD release that accompanied the record. Known for its emotional honesty and sweeping soundscapes, “Station Approach” has become a fan favorite for the way it captures the joy of coming home after time away.

Guy Garvey wrote the lyrics about returning to his beloved Manchester, and you can hear that sense of comfort and belonging in every line. The song’s soaring chorus and reflective verses set the tone for the rest of Leaders of the Free World, which critics hailed as one of Elbow’s most mature and deeply personal works.

The video, shot as part of the DVD companion project, has a distinctly down-to-earth, documentary style. Rather than flashy effects, it mirrors the band’s ethos: heartfelt storytelling, rooted in real places and real experiences. This understated approach gave the video an authenticity that resonated with fans—perfectly matching a track about homecoming and the simple relief of familiarity.