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Formed in 1994 in Richmond, Virginia, The Waking Hours are a guitar-pop outfit celebrated for hooky melodies and a blend of Britpop, indie, and modern rock sounds. Over the years, they’ve built a catalog that fans and newcomers can explore through vibrant releases and demos. While touring schedules in recent years have shifted, the band remains active on Bandcamp and through contemporary outlets, where new bios and tracks continue to surface. If you’re looking to secure a spot to see them live, keep an eye on official channels for updates and potential appearances.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Below you’ll find a concise biography, discography highlights, and the latest tour information. We’ve organized this to help you learn who The Waking Hours are, why their songs resonate, and how to stay in the loop for upcoming shows.

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Biography at a glance: The Waking Hours formed in 1994 in Richmond, Virginia, carving out a sound that blends pop hooks with alt-pop/rock textures. Their music sits at the crossroads of power pop and indie rock, delivering accessible melodies with a modern edge. The band’s early single Nothing To Hide (7" on Elefant Records) helped establish their presence in the indie scene. Over the years, their studio albums — The Waking Hours (1999), The Good Way (2003), and How Does It Feel (2008) — showcased evolving arrangements and enduring guitar-driven songcraft. A 2017 Bandcamp release, The All Mail News Directory, collects demos, covers, and curios from 2001–2006, offering fans a deeper look into the band’s roots. While definitive 2025 tour dates aren’t widely published in major calendars, fans can stay connected through Bandcamp and official channels for the latest updates.

Artist note

A sourced detail

Discography highlights:

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Documented collaborators

  • How Does It Feel (2008) — Studio album with polished alt-pop/rock arrangements
  • The Good Way (2003) — Rock-infused pop with Britpop influences
  • The Waking Hours (1999) — Debut studio album introducing their melodic approach
  • The All Mail News Directory (2017) — Bandcamp collection of demos, covers, and curios from 2001–2006
  • Nothing To Hide (1993) — Notable early single released on Elefant Records

The live experience

What reaches the room

Tour and presence: While 2025 tour dates aren’t publicly listed in major ticket calendars, The Waking Hours maintain an active presence on Bandcamp and other music outlets for current bios, tracks, and any announced live performances. For the latest, follow their official Bandcamp page and related social channels.

The essentials

Quick Facts About The Waking Hours

  • Formed in 1994 in Richmond, Virginia; a band known for hooky guitar-pop with Britpop/indie influences.
  • Genres: Pop/Rock with alt-pop/rock, power pop, and indie/modern rock stylings.
  • Studio albums (most recent first): How Does It Feel (2008), The Good Way (2003), The Waking Hours (1999).
  • 2017 Bandcamp release: The All Mail News Directory (demos, covers, and curios from 2001–2006).
  • Notable early single: Nothing To Hide (7" on Elefant Records, ER-144, 1993).
  • Major industry note: reportedly signed to Time Bomb Records during the era of their second album (per IPO coverage) with LA activity around 2013.

The records

The Waking Hours Discography

  • How Does It Feel
    2008 · Unknown
  • The Good Way
    2003 · No Deal Records
  • The Waking Hours
    1999 · Unknown
  • The All Mail News Directory (Bandcamp release)
    2017 · The Waking Hours (Bandcamp)

The hits

Top The Waking Hours Songs

  • Nothing To Hide
    1993 · Did not chart

Biography at a glance: The Waking Hours formed in 1994 in Richmond, Virginia, carving out a sound that blends pop hooks with alt-pop/rock textures. Their music sits at the crossroads of power pop and indie rock, delivering accessible melodies with a modern edge. The band’s early single Nothing To Hide (7" on Elefant Records) helped establish their presence in the indie scene. Over the years, their studio albums — The Waking Hours (1999), The Good Way (2003), and How Does It Feel (2008) — showcased evolving arrangements and enduring guitar-driven songcraft. A 2017 Bandcamp release, The All Mail News Directory, collects demos, covers, and curios from 2001–2006, offering fans a deeper look into the band’s roots. While definitive 2025 tour dates aren’t widely published in major calendars, fans can stay connected through Bandcamp and official channels for the latest updates.

Discography highlights:

  • How Does It Feel (2008) — Studio album with polished alt-pop/rock arrangements
  • The Good Way (2003) — Rock-infused pop with Britpop influences
  • The Waking Hours (1999) — Debut studio album introducing their melodic approach
  • The All Mail News Directory (2017) — Bandcamp collection of demos, covers, and curios from 2001–2006
  • Nothing To Hide (1993) — Notable early single released on Elefant Records

Tour and presence: While 2025 tour dates aren’t publicly listed in major ticket calendars, The Waking Hours maintain an active presence on Bandcamp and other music outlets for current bios, tracks, and any announced live performances. For the latest, follow their official Bandcamp page and related social channels.

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