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This Is the Sea
Rock · 1985 · 8 tracks

This Is the Sea

The Waterboys

Dense, spiritual rock defined by the 'Big Music' sound. A panoramic collision of piano, brass, and Celtic mysticism that feels as vast as the Atlantic.

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It’s like a stadium rock show held in a secret forest cathedral.

A triumphant and spiritually charged exploration of personal and cultural transformation.

This Is the Sea · vs · The Waterboys
Wall Of Sound+2.8σ

The production is built around wall of sound than this artist usually allows.

Tracklist · 8 Tracks
01
Don’t Bang the Drum
6:41
03
Spirit (2004 remaster)
1:46
04
The Pan Within
6:09
05
Medicine Bow
2:44
06
Old England
5:30
07
Be My Enemy
4:15
08
Trumpets
3:35
09
This Is the Sea
6:28
Moments Worth Waiting For
The explosive entry of the brass section on the opening track after the slow, brooding buildup.
The hypnotic, swirling violin solo in 'The Pan Within' that bridges the gap between rock and ancient folk.
The final, ecstatic vocal ascent in the title track as the 'Big Music' reaches its absolute peak.
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