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Life, Death and Dennis Hopper

The Waterboys · 2025

60 min · 25 tracks · folk rock · Celtic music

A vibrant tapestry of folk rock and Celtic melodies, laced with reflections on life and art.

Why this album works

Best for
wave-like pacing with peaks reflective moments of life short bursts of vivid storytelling
Context
Released in 2025, 'Life, Death and Dennis Hopper' marks The Waterboys' return after a five-year hiatus since their last album. This project showcases a matured sound while maintaining the band's signature blend of folk rock and poetic lyricism, exploring themes of mortality and artistic legacy.
If you like
folk rock, Celtic music

Life, Death and Dennis Hopper is an album by The Waterboys, released in 2025. A vibrant tapestry of folk rock and Celtic melodies, laced with reflections on life and art. This album has generated significant buzz for its introspective lyrics and unique homage to Dennis Hopper, resonating with both critics and fans alike. Early reviews highlight its artistic depth, positioning it as a potential contender for various music awards in the upcoming year. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Life, Death and Dennis Hopper sound like?

A vibrant tapestry of folk rock and Celtic melodies, laced with reflections on life and art. Rooted in folk rock and Celtic music.

What makes Life, Death and Dennis Hopper by The Waterboys notable?

This album has generated significant buzz for its introspective lyrics and unique homage to Dennis Hopper, resonating with both critics and fans alike. Early reviews highlight its artistic depth, positioning it as a potential contender for various music awards in the upcoming year. Released in 2025, 'Life, Death and Dennis Hopper' marks The Waterboys' return after a five-year hiatus since their last album. This project showcases a matured sound while maintaining the band's signature blend of folk rock and poetic lyricism, exploring themes of mortality and artistic legacy.

Who is Life, Death and Dennis Hopper for?

Life, Death and Dennis Hopper works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, reflective moments of life and short bursts of vivid storytelling.

How many songs are on Life, Death and Dennis Hopper?

Life, Death and Dennis Hopper has 25 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Tracklist

25 tracks·60:52

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

  • 1 Kansas 2:15
  • 2 Hollywood ’55 Standout 1:34
  • 3 Live in the Moment, Baby 2:28
  • 4 Brooke / 1712 North Crescent Heights 1:30
  • 5 Andy (A Guy Like You) 2:23
  • 6 The Tourist 4:01
  • 7 Freaks on Wheels Standout 0:58
  • 8 Blues for Terry Southern 2:45
  • 9 Memories of Monterey 1:16
  • 10 Riding Down to Mardi Gras 2:20
  • 11 Hopper’s on Top (Genius) 3:09
  • 12 Transcendental Peruvian Blues 2:24
  • 13 Michelle (Always Stay) 3:07
  • 14 Freakout at the Mud Palace 3:04
  • 15 Daria 1:09
  • 16 Ten Years Gone 3:32
  • 17 Letter From an Unknown Girlfriend 2:08
  • 18 Rock Bottom 1:16
  • 19 I Don’t Know How I Made It 2:34
  • 20 Frank (Let’s F*ck) 2:00
  • 21 Katherine 1:31
  • 22 Everybody Loves Dennis Hopper Standout 3:02
  • 23 Golf, They Say 3:31
  • 24 Venice, California (Victoria) / The Passing of Hopper 4:04
  • 25 Aftermath 2:39

Release Date

April 4, 2025

Genre

Celtic music, folk rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

60 min 52 sec