The Waterboys

This Is the Sea

RELEASED: September 16, 1985
TYPE: FULL LENGTH

Track Listing

1. Don’t Bang the Drum 6:41 2. The Whole of the Moon 4:56 3. Spirit 1:46 4. The Pan Within 6:09 5. Medicine Bow 2:44 6. Old England 5:30 7. Be My Enemy 4:15 8. Trumpets 3:35 9. This Is the Sea 6:28

Historical Archive

This Is the Sea, released in 1985, is the third studio album by the Scottish folk-rock band The Waterboys. The album features a rich tapestry of sound that blends rock, folk, and Celtic influences, showcasing Mike Scott's poetic lyrics and the band's eclectic instrumentation. Known for its anthemic tracks and spiritual themes, the album has garnered a cult following and is often regarded as a quintessential work of the 1980s alternative music scene.