Complete List Of Songs By The Heavy From A to Z

Top 10 Songs By The Heavy

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The Heavy, a genre-blending rock band from Bath, Somerset, England, has built a reputation for crafting a unique fusion of rock, funk, soul, and blues with a raw, infectious energy. Formed in 2007 by lead vocalist Kelvin Swaby, guitarist Dan Taylor, bassist Spencer Page, and drummer Chris Ellul, the band quickly gained attention for their dynamic sound, vintage influences, and gritty delivery. Swaby and Taylor, who bonded over classic R&B and film culture in the late 1990s, set out to create music that combined the grooves of funk and soul with the raw power of rock. This vision propelled The Heavy to international recognition and a place in modern rock’s diverse landscape.

Their debut album, Great Vengeance and Furious Fire, was released in 2007 on the Ninja Tune imprint Counter Records. The album introduced their signature style, blending deep grooves with fuzzed-out guitars and Swaby’s commanding vocals. Songs like “That Kind of Man” and “Coleen” showcased their ability to channel vintage influences into something fresh and energetic.

However, it was their 2009 sophomore album, The House That Dirt Built, that catapulted The Heavy into wider mainstream success. The album’s standout single, “How You Like Me Now?”, became an anthemic hit, widely used in films, commercials, and sports broadcasts. The song’s infectious horn-driven hook and stomping rhythm made it one of the band’s defining tracks. The album also featured tracks like “Short Change Hero,” which gained prominence through its use in TV shows and video game soundtracks, further solidifying The Heavy’s presence in pop culture.

Following the breakthrough of The House That Dirt Built, the band continued to build their legacy with The Glorious Dead in 2012. This album expanded their sonic reach, incorporating more orchestral elements while maintaining their signature grit. Songs like “What Makes a Good Man?” and “Curse Me Good” demonstrated their evolving songwriting prowess. The album’s success led to a major North American tour, supported by Miller Lite, and a string of European festival appearances. The band became known for their electrifying live performances, often featuring brass sections and high-energy crowd engagement.

In 2016, they released Hurt & the Merciless, an album that leaned further into their rock influences, featuring hard-hitting tracks like “Turn Up” and “Since You Been Gone.” Their ability to craft explosive, cinematic rock songs made them a go-to choice for film trailers, TV spots, and sports promotions. Their music has been featured extensively in media, with tracks appearing in movies like The Fighter, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, and in video games such as Borderlands 2.

Their most recent albums, Sons (2019) and Amen (2023), continued to refine their unique mix of vintage soul and blues-infused rock. The Heavy’s ability to consistently create high-energy, groove-laden tracks has kept their fan base engaged, and their music remains a staple in media placements across the globe.

Beyond their musical output, The Heavy has gained respect for their commitment to authentic, unfiltered expression. Their music, while deeply rooted in nostalgia, is crafted with a modern urgency that makes it feel vital and immediate. Their ability to craft anthems that resonate in multiple forms of media has given them a lasting impact, proving that they are more than just a rock band—they are sonic architects of an unmistakable sound. With over a decade of music behind them and a reputation for delivering unforgettable live performances, The Heavy continues to thrive as one of the most distinctive bands to emerge from the UK’s rock scene in the 21st century.

Complete List Of Songs By The Heavy From A to Z

  1. A Ghost You Can’t ForgetHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  2. A Whole Lot Of LoveSons – 2019
  3. A Whole Lot Of MeAmen – 2023
  4. Ain’t A LoveAmen – 2023
  5. Bad MuthafuckerAmen – 2023
  6. Be MineThe Glorious Dead – 2012
  7. Better As OneSons – 2019
  8. Blood Dirt Love StopThe Glorious Dead – 2012
  9. Brukpocket’s LamentGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007
  10. Burn BrightSons – 2019
  11. Can’t Play DeadThe Glorious Dead – 2012
  12. Cause For AlarmThe House That Dirt Built – 2009
  13. ColeenGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007
  14. Curse Me GoodThe Glorious Dead – 2012
  15. DignityGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007
  16. Doing FineGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007
  17. Don’t Say NothingThe Glorious Dead – 2012
  18. Feels Like RainAmen – 2023
  19. Fighting For The Same ThingSons – 2019
  20. FireSons – 2019
  21. GirlGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007
  22. Goodbye BabyHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  23. Heavy For YouSons – 2019
  24. How You Like Me Now?The House That Dirt Built – 2009
  25. Hurricane ComingAmen – 2023
  26. Hurt InterludeSons – 2019
  27. I Feel The LoveAmen – 2023
  28. Just My LuckThe Glorious Dead – 2012
  29. Just Like SummerAmen – 2023
  30. Last ConfessionHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  31. Long Way From HomeThe House That Dirt Built – 2009
  32. Love Like ThatThe House That Dirt Built – 2009
  33. Mean Ol’ ManHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  34. Messing With My MindAmen – 2023
  35. Miss CaliforniaHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  36. No TimeThe House That Dirt Built – 2009
  37. Nobody’s HeroHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  38. Not The OneHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  39. Oh No ! Not You Again !!The House That Dirt Built – 2009
  40. Our Special PlaceGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007
  41. Put The Hurt On MeSons – 2019
  42. Same Ol’The Glorious Dead – 2012
  43. Set Me FreeGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007
  44. Short Change HeroThe House That Dirt Built – 2009
  45. Simple ThingsSons – 2019
  46. Since You Been GoneHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  47. SixteenThe House That Dirt Built – 2009
  48. Slave To Your LoveHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  49. Stone Cold KillerAmen – 2023
  50. StuckThe House That Dirt Built – 2009
  51. That Kind of ManGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007
  52. The ApologyHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  53. The Big Bad WolfThe Glorious Dead – 2012
  54. The Lonesome RoadThe Glorious Dead – 2012
  55. The ThiefSons – 2019
  56. Turn UpHurt & The Merciless – 2016
  57. What Dont Kill YouSons – 2019
  58. What Happened To The Love?Hurt & The Merciless – 2016
  59. What Makes A Good Man?The Glorious Dead – 2012
  60. What You Want Me To Do?The House That Dirt Built – 2009
  61. Who Needs the SunshineGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007
  62. Without A WomanAmen – 2023
  63. You Don’t KnowGreat Vengeance and Furious Fire – 2007

Albums

Great Vengeance and Furious Fire (2007): 10 songs

The House That Dirt Built (2009): 10 songs

The Glorious Dead (2012): 10 songs

Hurt & The Merciless (2016): 12 songs

Sons (2019): 11 songs

Amen (2023): 10 songs

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