Waves Across The Water

Welcome, welcome everyone! This week, Huxy finally finished watching the Netflix series " Arcane " which meant one thing and one thing only - we had to pick out our Top 5 songs from the show! Join us as we choose songs from across both Season 1 and 2, as we discuss which scenes had the most intense songs, which were the most emotional and which " Battle Bangers " suited the best accompanying the f...

Join us this week as we bring in Spring with some chilled vibes - and pick out our Top 5 Indie Folk songs. We've picked a broad bunch of talented musicians and songwriters for this one such as; Evan Honer, Nolan Taylor, Mt. Joy, MAGIC GIANT, Joe Purdy, Myles Smith and the highly underrated Hollan . So come join us around the campfire in the woods, pick up a hot chocolate and come chill with us as...

Join us this week for more shenanigans as we jump into the brand new album from A Day To Remember "The Big Ole Album Vol. 1"!! Keith is in his element as we run through every track, sharing our thoughts on what we like and which lyrics hit us the most! Including choosing our "Solid Choice" and "Platinum Choice" from the album. This was such a great episode, we hope you enjoy and we would like to t...

In this weeks episode we are joined by a special guest, Sky LightHouse. Hailing from the Sunshine State of Florida, multi-instrumentalist Sky talks us through his process of song writing, playing every instrument on the record, the various vocal techniques and warm-up's before recording as well as how he develops his ideas into some of the most impressive and cinematic music videos we have ever se...

In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful impact that Three Days Grace has had on our lives, growing up and how their music has shaped the way we’ve navigated tough times. From the raw emotion and hard-hitting lyrics to the unforgettable sound that defined an era, Three Days Grace became the soundtrack of many of our formative years. We explore how songs like "Painkiller" and "Infra-Red" hel...

So, after last week's episode we picked up just how great All That Remains really were, and we were blessed with them dropping a new album on 31 January 2025. Naturally we just HAD to get straight into it and review it! Listen to hear our thoughts on the brand new, banger-filled "AntiFragile". We go track by track and share our thoughts on the chunky riffs, our interpretation of the lyrics and tal...

Happy Valentines Day! We're bringing the LOVE this week, as it keeps on creeping into our episodes week on week, with just how GOOD many opening album tracks are. So much, that's its made us sit up and notice and turn it into an episode - so please drop a like and follow along with us on our journey!! We've picked some of our favourites including; Incubus, Violent Femmes, Barenaked Ladies, All Tha...

Get ready to mosh your way into this week's episode! We're diving headfirst into the UK metalcore scene with Overthrone, a band known for their brutal riffs, soaring vocals, and infectious energy. Join us as we chat with vocalists Joe and Luke, about their latest album, " The Path of Desctruction ", the challenges of breaking into the music industry as a 'DIY Band', and their upcoming tour dates f...

Calling all Elder Emo's!!! It is time! This week we go all the way back to talk about Panic! At The Disco. It's no secret that they have been a STAPLE of Emo music at it's height, as well as slightly changing with the times to stay relevant even into this current day. So we felt like taking a trip back in time to pick out our Top 5 songs for you! We started at the very beginning, going through the...

Join us in this electrifying episode as we dive into the vibrant world of  Electric Six , the band known for their wild energy and unique sound! We’ll be counting down our top 5 tracks that truly showcase their quirky charm and catchy beats. From dance-worthy anthems to unforgettable lyrics, each song has left a mark on the music scene. Get ready to turn up the volume and celebrate the sounds that...

One of our favourite staple episodes this week, as we scour the music scene for the best up and coming bands as we find our best 'Ones To Watch' for the year! The boys have found some stellar picks for all your music tastes including; Split Chain, IVWIW, Orbit Culture, Overthrone, The Pretty Wild, The Last Days Of War, Strawberry Lace, Unprocessed and Battlesnake! So please enjoy the episode, and...

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Join us for our first episode of 2025!  This week we pick out of Top 5 Songs to Live By in 2025. These may be anything positive that were vibing with, to just plain bangers. We discuss Imminence, BABYMETAL, Yours Truly, Marcus King, Bleed From Within, TwentyOne Pilots & Wage War plus more! Let us know your songs you're living by in 2025! Thanks for all your support in 2024! Spo...

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! The boys are back with their final episode of the year, unwrapping their most listened to songs and diving into their Spotify Wrapped 2024. Hear which songs made their Top 5 of the year, how one song featured highly by total accident and which bands came out on top including which podcast episodes featured into the fray from hours of research from certain episodes! So get yourself...

This week we share our thoughts on the brand new Linkin Park album; From Zero! We dissect each song track-by-track and share what we enjoyed, or didn't like and the reasons why. We pick up on some of the lyrics, remembering Chester, and what we think the band will do moving forward. It's the first time we've reviewed an album so please let us know if you like the format! We'd love to do some more...

This week, we dive head first into one of the most iconic artists in music history; Sir Elton John. His journey from being a young piano prodigy to becoming the global superstar that he is today, is nothing short of genius. His partnership with the equally talented Bernie Taupin has caught the worlds hearts one song at a time, changing the course of music, stage shows and pop culture forever. We a...

It's International Week! An episode that we've wanted to do for a while now, we finally got round to choosing some of our favourite music of the world - the only rule this week = NO UK OR USA ALLOWED . So our two 'home countries' are ruled out, which meant that we had to travel the world in search of songs and bands that we may not usually listen to. A really fun episode this week, hopefully you e...

Join us this week for one of our biggest episodes to date as we discuss one of the freshest nu metal/industrial bands ou there today; AMERAKIN OVERDOSE featuring their vocalist CODY PEREZ! We discuss the bands start up, what their message is and which bands inspired Cody to take his music seriously. Cody shares some stories from the road, including the time he lost his custom made mask in a gas st...

Join us this week as we (finally) delve into the exciting world of EDM music, with our Top 5 electronic songs of both modern times and the past! We choose from the absolutely huge choice of songs, some from our nostalgic past and some from recent bangers that have had us dancing in our cars (and jobs!) So jump into the electric field with us and enjoy this fine episode! Listen along in the officia...

We continue with our League of Legends Week, this time picking out our Top 5 songs from all of the cinematic songs, and Riot Games releases in a fun week packed full of lore and more explanations from Keith-i-pedia! We discuss the rise of Riot Games as not just a games developer but music producer, how the songs are motivational and the hidden lore through song lyrics and titles. So get ready for...

It's League of Legends week!!! With the 2024 World right around the corner, we felt it right to dive head first into PENTAKILL, a supergroup formed to make awesome music for the game and Huxy learns something new as each song is named after a game reference. From Smite & Ignite, to the Lost Chapter II & III it's a learning week filled with great riffs, lyrics calling back to more game refe...

Join us this week for a very special ONE YEAR birthday celebration as Waves Across The Water turns one! This week we reflect on our journey so far, what some of our favourite episodes have been, some behind-the-scenes stats and how we edit, plus how we managed to LOSE two episodes completely, doh! So grab a slice of cake on the way in with your beer (or non-alcoholic :)) and hear us chew the fat o...

It Was NEVER A Phase, Mom! In this episode, we dive into the anthems that defined a generation as we count down the Top 5 My Chemical Romance songs. From the emotional highs of The Black Parade, to their earlier tracks like "Honey, This Mirror Isn't Big Enough for the Two of Us" and their foot stomping 'Teenagers', we explore the stories, impact and legacy behind their greatest tracks. The boys ar...

"We're gonna party like it's 1999......" That's because this week, it is 1999! We're super excited to take a trip down memory lane, and pick out some of our absolute FAVOURITE tracks from this cornerstone year in music history. We delve into the classics, including Red Hot Chili Peppers, Dr. Dre, Creed, Limp Bizkit, Slipknot, Bakcstreet Boys & so many more nostalgic tunes to leave you remember...

In this weeks episode, we're  Caught In The Middle of Paramore's journey from emo icons to alt-rock legends. We'll take you through the band's  Misery Business , diving deep into the highs, lows, and line up changes that shaped their career. Whether you're a die hard fan, or just  Looking Up their greatest hits, we'll explain how Paramore Told You So through their evolving sound! So  Turn It Off ,...

We're back from vacation!! (Well, Huxy is) We're super excited to bring you this weeks episode, featuring our Top 5 Rap Songs! We've picked out some nostalgia, some more modern rap and some of our favourite wordplay including songs from; Busta Rhymes, Flobots, Macklemore, Xzibit, Watsky and Gorillaz! So kick back, and enjoy some of the finest beats, rhymes & life with us this week! Spotify Pla...