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Summer Son

Texas · 1999

33 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · pop rock

A shimmering blend of pop rock vibes with infectious hooks and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulate summer nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for summer days
  • infectious hooks for sing-alongs
  • live tracks enhance festival vibe
  • nostalgic warmth in every listen

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike live performance recordings
  • prefer longer, complex albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 16, 1999, 'Summer Son' marked a pivotal moment for Texas as their fifth studio album. Following the commercial success of their previous album 'The Hush', which peaked at number one in the UK charts, this record continued to solidify their presence in the pop-rock scene. The band was riding high on their established sound while experimenting with production techniques that showcased their growth.
Stylistic neighbors
The Corrs· Sheryl Crow· Dido

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Summer Son 4:05
  • 2 Don’t You Want Me (live at Glastonbury ’99) 5:14
  • 3 Summer Son (Giorgio Moroder alternative 12″) 5:15
  • 4 Summer Son (Love to Infinity Sunburn mix) 7:42
  • 5 Summer Son (Tee’s Freeze mix) 7:31
  • 6 Say What You Want (live in Sydney ’97) 3:49

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