Winter Hill

Doves

About Winter Hill

"Winter Hill" is the second single from Doves' fourth studio album Kingdom of Rust. The single was released on 20 July 2009 via Heavenly Records. The song is one of three songs recorded during the album sessions produced by John Leckie (the other two being album track "10:03" and B-side "Push Me On"). The radio edit of "Winter Hill" features a new mix by David Bascombe. In a track-by-track discussion with NME, Doves said that the song is about Winter Hill near Bolton, and that the track had been "hanging around since Lost Souls but we've not worked on it before. ..it just kept knocking on our door." "Winter Hill" was released as a limited edition 7" vinyl single, with the exclusive new "Dylanesque" B-side "Brazil." Three limited edition 12" singles or two separate digital download-only sets feature exclusive remixes of "Jetstream" and "Compulsion" by Sasha, Hans-Peter Lindstrøm, and Andrew Weatherall. "Winter Hill" became the band's first single not to chart in the top 100 of the UK Singles Chart on its week of release. It does not appear on their 2010 best-of album The Places Between, although its video is included on the accompanying DVD. 


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2009
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Where ever you go
You will be with me
And when you do talk
You will be talking to me
But just save our words
As we walk on by
With the sky full of birds
And the dusk approaching

Climb the long grassy track
To the top of winter hill
Climb the real rocky track to the top
I'll see you back
I'll see you back on winter hill

Wherever you go
You will return safe
And when you will walk
You'll be walking with me
But if comes the day
You meet someone new
You will be with them
But I'll be thinking of you

Climb the long grassy track
To the top of winter hill
Stay with me see so far at the top
I'll see you back
I'll see you back on winter hill

Well she travels far
So we stayed apart
But she crossed her heart on winter hill

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Doves

Doves is an English indie rock band, originating from Cheshire. The band is composed of twin brothers Jez Williams (guitar, vocals) and Andy Williams (drums, vocals), and Jimi Goodwin (bass, vocals, guitar). The members started working seriously together after meeting at The Haçienda in Manchester. Doves' unofficial fourth member is Martin Rebelski, who plays keyboards. To date, the band has released four critically acclaimed and commercially successful studio albums, and their first career-spanning compilation album The Places Between: The Best of Doves was released in April 2010. more »

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Written by: ANDY WILLIAMS, JEZ WILLIAMS, JIMI GOODWIN

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General Information
"Winter Hill" is a song by English indie rock band Doves.
Album
It is a track from their fourth studio album, "Kingdom of Rust", which was released in 2009.
Lyrics
The track was named after a hill of the same name located in Bolton, England, and the lyrics were inspired by the hill's landscape.
Genre
Doves' music is generally a blend of alternative rock and indie rock, and "Winter Hill" complements this style.
Music Video
The official music video of "Winter Hill" was released on June 15, 2009, and features the band performing in a field on Winter Hill.
Success
"Winter Hill" was one of four singles released from "Kingdom of Rust." While it didn't chart significantly on release, it has since become a fan favorite and has received extensive radio play.
Performances
During their live performances, "Winter Hill" has been a regular fixture in Doves' setlist, often accompanied by a vibrant lighting display.
Band Members
The band Doves consists of three members: Jimi Goodwin and brothers Jez and Andy Williams, all sharing vocals, and they contributed to "Winter Hill" collectively.
Release
"Winter Hill" was released as a single on 20th July 2009, following the success of the album "Kingdom of Rust."
Missing Out UK Chart
Despite its popularity, "Winter Hill" did not manage to break into the UK Singles Chart.
Cover Versions
Some artists, including Josh Pyke and the Incredible Flight Orchestra, have covered "Winter Hill" due to its appealing melody and lyrics.
Interesting Fact
"Winter Hill" is one of Doves' lengthier tracks, running at almost 5 minutes long.
Music Style
The song showcases Dove's signature heavenly chorus and spaciously jangled guitars, coupling it with a drive towards their rock sensibilities.
Producer
"Winter Hill", like the rest of the "Kingdom of Rust" album, was produced by the band Doves along with Dan Austin and John Leckie.

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