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Hurry Up and Wait

Stereophonics · 1999

12 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of gritty guitars and reflective lyrics, capturing the essence of late 90s Britpop with a hard rock edge.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Hurry Up and Wait — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of frustration and reflection, delivered through an anthemic chorus that showcases Kelly Jones's distinctive vocal style.
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    Angie — This track stands out with its poignant storytelling and emotional depth, highlighting the band's ability to blend rock energy with lyrical introspection.
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    I Wouldn't Believe Your Radio — With its infectious hooks and driving rhythm, this song exemplifies the band's knack for crafting catchy melodies while addressing contemporary issues.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This single helped solidify Stereophonics' presence after their debut album.
Themes
Welsh rock roots· late 90s Britpop
Career context
Released on November 8, 1999, 'Hurry Up and Wait' is Stereophonics' third studio album, following their successful sophomore effort 'Performance and Cocktails.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the post-Britpop landscape, aiming to expand their sound while maintaining their Welsh rock roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Oasis· Coldplay· Travis
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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Hurry Up and Wait

    The bridge shifts from a narrative about anticipation to a moment of self-reflection, emphasizing the tension between hope and reality.

    This structural pivot deepens the emotional impact by contrasting personal longing with broader societal themes.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hurry Up and Wait 4:42
  • 2 Angie 4:19
  • 3 I Wouldn't Believe Your Radio 3:50

What to play next

Just Enough Education to Perform
Listen next

Just Enough Education to Perform

2001

Continues the energy and themes, expanding on their sound from the breakthrough era.
Performance and Cocktails
Go back to

Performance and Cocktails

1999

Sets the stage with a similar vibe, leading into the next phase of their evolution.
Full Stereophonics discography Where to start with Stereophonics Artists like Stereophonics
alternative rock hard rock post-Britpop

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Oasis

Shares a similar blend of reflective lyrics and anthemic guitar-driven sound typical of late 90s Britpop.

Urban Hymns

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The Verve

Combines gritty guitars with introspective themes, resonating with the emotional depth of post-Britpop.

OK Computer

OK Computer

Radiohead

Explores existential themes with a layered sound, sharing an atmospheric quality with Stereophonics' work.

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