SONG SUMMARY
“Waterloo Bridge” is a melodic, nostalgic rock song reminiscent of The Kinks and early-1960s British rock, with warm guitars, emotional vocals and a strong sense of London. Built around memories of Waterloo Bridge, lost love and the passing of time, the song has a cinematic, bittersweet quality that suits romantic drama, London scenes, nostalgic storytelling and reflective personal journeys.
SYNC LICENSING & RIGHTS
```Sync context and uses:
"Waterloo Bridge" is a melodic, reflective rock song which combines warm guitar tones, emotional vocals, and a nostalgic atmosphere, creating a sense of place, memory, longing, and quiet reflection. With its cinematic feel and storytelling qualities, the song is well suited for film and television scenes involving relationships, personal journeys, city landscapes, nostalgic drama, emotional reflection, city scenes, moments of connection and romantic drama.
Master Rights Owner:
Helge Rognstad
Publishing Rights Owner / Label:
Helge Rognstad
One-Stop master clearance /licensing possible?
Yes, Helge Rognstad own both songwriting and publishing for this song.
Licensing Contact:
Helge Rognstad (The Fluffy Jackets) – contact link
Genre:
Rock
Subgenre:
Classic Rock / Alternative Rock / Roots Rock / British Rock
Moods:
Reflective, nostalgic, warm, emotional, romantic, atmospheric, thoughtful, bittersweet, intimate, melodic, hopeful, cinematic.
Themes:
Love, memories, places, connection, relationships, reflection, city life, personal journeys, nostalgia, finding meaning in everyday moments, emotional storytelling.
Similar Artists:
The Fluffy Jackets, The Kinks, Ray Davies, The Beatles, Tom Petty, The Rolling Stones, Paul Weller, Crowded House, The Byrds, classic British rock and melodic roots-rock artists
Keywords:
The Kinks influence, Waterloo Sunset inspired, British rock, melodic rock, classic rock, nostalgic song, emotional guitar rock, romantic rock, reflective music, cinematic rock, storytelling song, urban atmosphere, London-inspired, warm guitars, male vocals, relationship moments, memory, longing, personal journey, heartfelt rock, sync.
```TRACK IDENTIFICATION - Waterloo Bridge
```| Track Information | |
| Duration | 04:19 |
|---|---|
| ISRC | USDY42490490 |
| Written by | Helge Rognstad |
| Original Release | The Rise And Fall Of The Songwriter (2024) |
| Artist | The Fluffy Jackets |
| IPI Number | 1210059512 |
| Rights | |
| ISWC | T-324.840.579-6 |
| Copyright | (P) 2024 Helge Rognstad © 2024 Helge Rognstad |
| Production | |
| Produced by | Helge Rognstad |
| Mixed by | Helge Rognstad |
| Recording Year | 2024 |
| Tempo | 95 beats per minute (BPM) |
| Language | English |
| Explicit Content | No |
| WAV Available | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos Available | No |
| Releases | |
| Compilation Release | 20 Greatest (2007–2027) (2027) |
| Original Release | The Rise And Fall Of The Songwriter (2024) |
PERSONNEL & PRODUCTION
```Personnel:
Helge Rognstad – vocals, guitar, bass
Matija Bajtal – drums
Recorded at:
The Fluffy Jackets Sound Studio, Bergen, Norway, except drums recorded in Vinkovci, Croatia.
Instrumentation and recording equipment used:
Male lead vocals, acoustic guitars, electric guitars, bass, and drums.
Lead vocals were performed by Helge Rognstad and recorded using two microphone setups: a Neumann TLM 103 mono condenser microphone through an Avalon VT-737sp mic preamp for the close vocal, and a Shure SM57 microphone through a Neve 1073 microphone preamp for the distance vocal.
Helge Rognstad recorded two acoustic guitars for this song, including a Fender 6-string acoustic and a 6-string Dobro. Both guitars were recorded via an Avalon VT-737sp mic preamp.
Helge Rognstad performed the electric guitar parts using a Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster through a Fender Princeton Reverb amplifier, with the amplifier's built-in spring reverb utilised. The guitar was double-tracked and panned hard left and right, with alternate performances creating the stereo guitar image.
Bass was performed by Helge Rognstad using a Fender Precision Player Series bass, recorded through the Avalon VT-737sp preamp into a UAD Apollo x8 interface and UAD Luna DAW. A UAD Ampeg amplifier plugin was added to the bass signal for additional tonal character.
Drums were recorded on 31 January 2023 by Matija Bajtal in Studio Terca (Vinkovci), Croatia (95 BPM, 4/4 time signature). The drum kit consisted of a Ddrum Dios Maple kit (10", 12", 13", 16" toms and 22"x20" kick), Mapex Black Panther Sledge Hammer 14"x6" snare, and Amedia cymbals. The drum recording setup included: Sennheiser e902 (kick in), Sennheiser e901 (kick out), Shure SM57 (snare), four Sennheiser e904 microphones (toms), Behringer C2 microphones (hi-hat, ride and overheads), and a Rode K2 microphone for room ambience.
```OFFICIAL ARTWORK AND PRESS RELEASES
```
Press release:
```MEDIA AND LISTENING
```Official Music Video (external link):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASf1pKgpRbk
The making of The Rise and Fall of The Songwriter (2024)
More information about the equipment used:
- Building The Fluffy Jackets Sound Studio — Includes including signal flow, microphones, preamps.
- Guitars, Amps & Pedals at The Fluffy Jackets Sound Studio — overview of guitars & equipment at the studio.
- Five guitars previously owned by Manny Charlton — 5 guitars aquired from the Nazareth guitarist and producer.
Streaming (external link):
https://open.spotify.com/track/2HLofgPpQdYFs9BzqhREgX?si=1418b19da8694853
Available in physical formats:
CD, Vinyl
Official Store:
```WATERLOO BRIDGE - Official Lyrics
Walking across Waterloo Bridge, looking at the sun
It was Turner, The Kings and me
We had this moment down
Now that I am looking back, I can see you there
With the wind, and your smile and your hair
All I do is stare
But you say
I don't feel like you feel
I don't belong where it is cold
Walking into Wimbledon Chase, suitcase in my hand
Do you remember that room that we shared, we had everything in there
We walked into the old Bull and Bush
We had our lunch in there
It was a long time ago, but the memory is here
But you say
I don't feel like you feel
I don't belong where it is cold
Walking across Waterloo Bridge, looking at the sun
It was Turner, The Kings and me
We had this moment down
Now that I am looking back, I can see you there
How come we missed our turn, the entry sign was there
But you say
I don't feel like you feel
I don't belong where it is cold
For 24 years, I have been playing that memory
For 24 years, I have been going crazy
For 24 years
...
DISCLAIMER
The information published on this page is provided in good faith and is intended as a reference for music industry professionals, including music supervisors, licensing agencies, publishers, broadcasters, distributors, journalists, researchers, and other parties seeking information about the recordings featured on The Fluffy Jackets – 20 Greatest (2007–2027).
While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that all information is accurate, complete, and up to date at the time of publication, no representation or warranty is made regarding its completeness, accuracy, or suitability for any particular purpose. Metadata, rights information, publishing details, and industry identifiers may change over time or be updated by the relevant rights holders, collecting societies, publishers, or other authorised organisations.
Anyone relying on the information provided on this page should independently verify all rights, ownership, publishing information, identifiers (including ISRC, ISWC and IPI numbers), and licensing details before entering into any commercial agreement, obtaining licences, or making decisions based on the information presented.
The copyright owner, publisher, artist, website owner, and any associated parties accept no liability for any loss, damage, costs, claims, or consequences arising directly or indirectly from the use of, or reliance upon, the information contained on this page, including any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.
If you believe any information is incorrect or requires updating, please contact us so that we can review and, where appropriate, correct the information as quickly as possible.
LICENSING & RIGHTS ENQUIRIES
For sync licensing, master use, publishing clearance, film and television licensing, advertising, documentary, broadcast or other media use, please contact:
```Contact:
Helge Rognstad (The Fluffy Jackets) – contact link
```