Hypersonic Missiles
Sam Fender · 2019
48 min · 13 tracks · indie rock
Energetic indie rock infused with introspective lyrics and anthemic melodies that capture the zeitgeist of contemporary Britain.
Why this album works
'Hypersonic Missiles' received critical acclaim, debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart and earning Fender the BRIT Award for Best New Artist. The album's themes of mental health and socio-political issues resonated widely, contributing to discussions around modern masculinity and activism in music.
- Best for
- steady progression with resolution introspective lyrics for reflection energetic melodies for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released on September 13, 2019, 'Hypersonic Missiles' is Sam Fender's debut album, following a series of successful EPs that generated significant buzz. This album marked his transition from emerging talent to a prominent voice in British music, further solidifying his presence after singles like 'Play God' gained considerable airplay.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Kooks· The Fratellis· Jordana
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hypersonic Missiles Standout 3:57
- 2 The Borders 5:32
- 3 White Privilege 3:29
- 4 Dead Boys Standout 3:23
- 5 You’re Not the Only One 4:35
- 6 Play God Standout 3:45
- 7 That Sound 3:48
- 8 Saturday 3:01
- 9 Will We Talk? 2:43
- 10 Two People 3:56
- 11 Call Me Lover 3:21
- 12 Leave Fast 3:44
- 13 Use (live) 3:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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