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Cwmaman, United Kingdom · 1992–present

Stereophonics

Stereophonics is a rock band originally from Wales that formed in 1992 in the small town of Cwmaman, in the Cynon Valley. Their sound is characterized by a blend of alternative rock and traditional British rock, with a distinctive and raspy voice that gives their songs a unique touch. From the beginning, they have captured the essence of everyday life, telling stories of the Welsh working class through sincere and emotional lyrics. The voice of Kelly Jones, along with the instrumentation of Richard Jones on bass and Stuart Cable on drums, formed the foundation of their style, which has remained consistent over the years.

Their first major success came with the album Word Gets Around, released in 1997, which reached the sixth spot on the UK charts thanks to singles like “Local Boy in the Photograph” and “A Thousand Trees”. This album not only marked their debut but also established a connection with their surroundings, reflecting life in their community. Over time, the band achieved massive fame with Performance and Cocktails in 1999, which included hits like “The Bartender and the Thief” and “Just Looking”. Throughout their career, they have amassed numerous top ten singles, with “Dakota” standing out as their only number one hit in the UK, released in 2005.

Rock Britpop Indie rock acoustic rock Alternative rock 1990s
1 Albums
14 Songs
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01

Help Me (She’s Out of Her Mind)

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

6:55 02

Maybe Tomorrow

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:33 03

Madame Helga

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

3:55 04

You Stole My Money Honey

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:18 05

Getaway

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:09 06

Climbing the Wall

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:55 07

Jealousy

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:26 08

I’m Alright (You Gotta Go There to Come Back)

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:37 09

Nothing Precious at All

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:20 10

Rainbows and Pots of Gold

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:11

1 album|s · 2003

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You Gotta Go There to Come Back 2003 ★ Essential

You Gotta Go There to Come Back

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Biography

Despite changes in their lineup, including the departure of Cable in 2003 and the addition of new members like Adam Zindani and Jamie Morrison, Stereophonics has maintained their essence. Their ability to adapt and evolve is reflected in albums such as Just Enough Education to Perform and Keep the Village Alive, where they have explored different styles without losing their identity. With over two decades of history, the band has established itself as a benchmark of modern British rock, offering a sound that resonates with the nostalgia and authenticity of their Welsh roots.

Details

Born
1 Jan 1996
Country
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Genre
Rock

Awards and honors

  • Brit Awards

Members

guitar, vocals · 1996–present
Kelly Jones
bass · 1996–present
Richard Jones
guitar · 2007–present
Adam Zindani
drums · 2012–present
Jamie Morrison
drums · 2004–2012
Javier Weyler
drums · 1996–2003
Stuart Cable

Record labels

V2 Records V2 StylusIgnition Records Ltd and Parlophone. This is stated in ''Graffiti on the Train's'' liner notes and the back of "We Share the Same Sun" vinyl cover. It is also listed under "associated labels" on Ignition Records' website.

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11

I Miss You Now

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:51 12

High as the Ceiling

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

3:20 13

Since I Told You It’s Over

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

4:43 14

Lying to Myself Again

You Gotta Go There to Come Back · 2003

3:51