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2022 studio album by Hugh Cornwell
Moments of Madness
Studio album by Hugh Cornwell
Released21 October 2022 (2022-10-21)
GenreRock
LabelHis
ProducerHugh Cornwell
Hugh Cornwell chronology
Monster
(2018) 		Moments of Madness
(2022)
Singles from Moments of Madness
  1. "Red Rose"
    Released: 18 April 2022
Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
Louder Than War8/10
Mojo
Record Collector
Uncut7/10

Moments of Madness is the tenth studio album by English musician Hugh Cornwell, released on 21 October 2022 by His Records.

Background

The album was self-produced by Cornwell, with all instruments also played by himself.

Coinciding with the album's announcement, the single "Red Rose" was released as across major streaming platforms on 18 April 2022. A 21-date UK tour was also announced to take place during November and December 2022.

The album's lyrical content covers themes of ageing, tattoos and "how the throwaway society is blighting the country with litter".

Track listing

All tracks are written by Hugh Cornwell

Moments of Madness track listing
No.TitleLength
1."Coming Out of the Wilderness"4:35
2."Red Rose"3:26
3."I Wannabeinsideya"3:34
4."Looking for You"3:34
5."When I Was a Young Man"3:13
6."Moments of Madness"3:52
7."Beware of the Doll"3:55
8."Too Much Trash"2:57
9."Lasagna"3:07
10."Heartbreak at Seven"3:43
Total length:35:56

Personnel

  • Hugh Cornwell – lead and backing vocals, guitar, bass, drums, percussion, mixing, production
  • Phil Andrews – additional drum programming, percussion, engineering, mixing
  • John Dominic – harmonica (Track 6)

Charts

Chart performance for Moments of Madness
Chart (2022) Peak
position
Scottish Albums (OCC) 11
UK Albums (OCC) 44
UK Independent Albums (OCC) 7

References

  1. Ray, Mark (16 October 2022). "Hugh Cornwell: Moments Of Madness – Album Review". Louder Than War. Retrieved 21 October 2022.
  2. McNair, James (December 2022). "Piece of Mind". Mojo. No. 349. p. 86.
  3. Easlea, Daryl (November 2022). "Hugh Cornwell – Moments Of Madness". Record Collector. No. 537. p. 109.
  4. Hasted, Nick (December 2022). "Hugh Cornwell – Moments Of Madness". Uncut. p. 25.
  5. Moments of Madness – New Album and Tour - HughCornwell.com. 18 April 2022. Retrieved 21 April 2022.
  6. Hugh Cornwell announces new album & UK tour - Brighton and Hove News. 19 April 2022. Retrieved 21 April 2022.
  7. Stranglers legend Cornwell to play gig - Express & Star. 18 April 2022. Retrieved 21 April 2022.
  8. Hugh Cornwell announces a new album and tour - rocknews.co.uk. 18 April 2022. Retrieved 21 April 2022.
  9. "Official Scottish Albums Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 29 October 2022.
  10. "Official Albums Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 29 October 2022.
  11. "Official Independent Albums Chart Top 50". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 29 October 2022.
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