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Roger Waters

Roger Waters

art rock, blues rock, opera, progressive rock, psychedelic rock

United Kingdom

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Sound in a sentence: "His music combines expansive textures with deliberate pacing and tension, creating an environment where lyrical weight and musical depth intertwine seamlessly."
Roger Waters reshaped the landscape of rock music with his incisive narratives and daring social commentary, offering a counter-narrative to mainstream sentiments and forging a deeper connection between art and activism.
Roger Waters reshaped the landscape of rock music with his incisive narratives and daring social commentary, offering a counter-narrative to mainstream sentiments and forging a deeper connection between art and activism. His work often transcends mere entertainment, challenging audiences to confront uncomfortable truths and societal issues, thus elevating the role of the artist as a commentator on human experience and political strife. Waters' approach is marked by a meticulous attention to detail and a bold willingness to explore complex themes through both sound and storytelling. He blends atmospheric instrumentation with emotive melodies, crafting immersive sonic environments that pull listeners into his vision. This meticulous construction of songs not only serves to convey messages but creates a shared space for reflection and dialogue among listeners. Themes of alienation, war, identity, and existential questioning recur throughout Waters’ lyrics, often delivered through a voice that balances stark realism with poetic nuance. He employs an impressionistic style that evokes emotion while simultaneously prompting critical thought, inviting listeners to engage with both the personal and universal dimensions of his narratives.

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Discography

30 releases • 16 studio • 1970–2023
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Singles ()

Wait for Her

Wait for Her

2017

The Last Refugee

The Last Refugee

2017

Part of Me Died

Part of Me Died

2017

Déjà Vu

Déjà Vu

2017

Smell the Roses

Smell the Roses

2017

Hello (I Love You)

Hello (I Love You)

2007

To Kill the Child/Leaving Beirut

To Kill the Child/Leaving Beirut

2004

The Bravery of Being Out of Range

The Bravery of Being Out of Range

1992

What God Wants, Part 1

What God Wants, Part 1

1992

Three Wishes

Three Wishes

1992

The Tide Is Turning

The Tide Is Turning

1990

Another Brick in the Wall – Part Two

Another Brick in the Wall – Part Two

1990

The Pros and Cons of Hitch Hiking

The Pros and Cons of Hitch Hiking

1984

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