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Waterside

Gary Hughes · 2021

54 min · 11 tracks · hard rock

A lush blend of melodic rock and introspective lyrics that evoke both nostalgia and yearning.

Top tracks — play these first

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    All At Once It Feels Like I Believe — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its sweeping melodies and reflective lyrics, encapsulating the emotional depth Hughes explores throughout.
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    Electra-Glide — The song's driving beat and catchy chorus highlight Hughes' knack for creating anthemic rock tunes, making it a standout moment on the record.
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    Screaming In The Half Light — With its darker undertones and poignant storytelling, this track showcases Hughes' ability to convey complex emotions through powerful imagery.
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    Waterside — The title track is a reflective centerpiece that embodies the album's themes of longing and self-discovery, featuring lush instrumentation that enhances its emotional impact.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Screaming In The Half Light

    A pivotal moment where the narrative voice confronts shadows from the past while expressing a yearning for resolution.

    This confrontation deepens the narrative by intertwining personal history with broader themes of redemption and acceptance.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 All At Once It Feels Like I Believe 4:36
  • 2 Electra-Glide 5:13
  • 3 Lay Down 7:54
  • 4 The Runaway Damned 5:02
  • 5 Screaming In The Half Light 4:16
  • 6 Waterside 4:19
  • 7 Video Show 5:23
  • 8 Save My Soul 5:04
  • 9 Seduce Me 4:38
  • 10 When Love Is Done 3:37
  • 11 All At Once It Feels Like I Believe (Acoustic) 4:39

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