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Wet wet wet – Hold back the river

Record:EXC/EXC
Cover:EXC Gatefold
Price: £4.00
Artist: Wet Wet Wet
Lable: JEWEL
Year: 1990
Country: UK
Genre: Electronic, Pop
Style: Synth-Pop
Catalog: 1122
Matrix:JEWEL 1122 A-2U-1-1 TY1, JEWEL 1122 B-1U-1-1 TY1

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Discover the classic 1990 single from the British band Wet Wet Wet, “Hold Back The River”. Released on the UK record label Phonogram, this single was the third release from their debut album, which was certified triple platinum in the UK. This single was a huge success, reaching number 2 on the UK Singles Chart and becoming their first top 10 hits. The single was also certified gold in the UK and features the original B-side “Happiness”. Get your hands on this classic single and add it to your vinyl record collection.

Summary: Wet Wet Wet’s Hold Back The River album was released in 1990. The record was the band’s third studio album and featured the hit single of the same name. The album featured a mix of classic pop and soul and showcased the band’s versatility in creating a unique sound. The album was a commercial success, reaching number 2 on the UK Albums Chart and going double platinum.

About the Artist: Wet Wet Wet is a Scottish pop-rock band formed in 1982 by four school friends. The band’s sound is a mix of classic pop and soul, which they have blended to create their unique sound. They have released nine studio albums, with Hold Back The River being their third. Their previous albums, Popped In Souled Out and The Memphis Sessions, saw the band rise to the top of the UK charts and become one of the most successful bands of the late 1980s and early 1990s.

About the Record: Hold Back The River was released in 1990 and was the band’s third studio album. The record is a mix of classic pop and soul and features hit singles such as ‘Hold Back The River’, ‘Temptation’, and ‘Sweet Little Mystery’. The album was a commercial success, reaching number 2 on the UK Albums Chart and going double platinum. It is considered to be one of the band’s most successful albums, and it established them as one of the most popular bands of the era. The gatefold sleeve has 8 pages of autobiography booklet bound in an inner black paper sleeve.

About the Cover: The artwork for Hold Back The River features a black and white photograph of the band, with the album title written in a bold font. The artwork is simple yet effective, and the black and white photograph gives the album a classic and timeless feel. The artwork is a reflection of the band’s sound, which is a mix of classic pop and soul.

About the Lyrics and Music: The lyrics on Hold Back The River are reflective and introspective, with the band exploring themes of love, loss, and nostalgia. The music is a mix of classic pop and soul, and the band blends these two genres to create its unique sound. Standout tracks include ‘Hold Back The River’, ‘Temptation’, and ‘Sweet Little Mystery’.

Conclusion: Wet Wet Wet’s Hold Back The River is a classic pop and soul album that showcases the band’s versatility in creating a unique sound. The album was a commercial success, reaching number 2 on the UK Albums Chart and going double platinum. It is considered to be one of the band’s most successful albums, and it established them as one of the most popular bands of the era.

Other Recommendations: Fans of Wet Wet Wet’s Hold Back The River may also enjoy other records from the band such as Popped In Souled Out, The Memphis Sessions, and High On The Happy Side. For fans of similar artists, records such as Tears for Fears’ Songs from the Big Chair, The Smiths’ The Queen Is Dead, and Simple Minds’ Once Upon A Time are also worth checking out.

About the tracklist. Side one:
Hold back the river
Keys to Your Heart (Original demo)
Side two:
Party City
I can give you everything (Live) Single

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