What makes And the Horse They Rode In On by Soul Asylum notable?

'And the Horse They Rode In On' received critical acclaim and helped establish Soul Asylum as a significant player in the alternative rock movement of the early '90s. The single 'Nice Guys (Don’t Get Paid)' garnered radio play, contributing to the band's rising profile before their commercial peak with 'Grave Dancer's Union' in 1992. Released in 1990, 'And the Horse They Rode In On' is Soul Asylum's third studio album, following their 1988 breakthrough 'Hang Time'. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the alternative rock scene, aiming to build on their growing popularity while refining their sound.

Who is And the Horse They Rode In On for?

And the Horse They Rode In On works well if you're into short, punchy listening sessions, reflective and introspective moods and energetic yet contemplative vibes.

How many songs are on And the Horse They Rode In On?

And the Horse They Rode In On has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

And the Horse They Rode In On

Soul Asylum · 1990

42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A gritty blend of alternative rock and introspective lyrics wrapped in raw, energetic riffs.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short, punchy listening sessions
reflective and introspective moods
energetic yet contemplative vibes
dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1990, 'And the Horse They Rode In On' is Soul Asylum's third studio album, following their 1988 breakthrough 'Hang Time'. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the alternative rock scene, aiming to build on their growing popularity while refining their sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Gin Blossoms· Counting Crows· Bush

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Spinnin’ 2:37
2 Bitter Pill 2:49
3 Veil of Tears 4:06
4 Nice Guys (Don’t Get Paid) 4:45
5 Something Out of Nothing 3:15
6 Gullible’s Travels 4:18
7 Brand New Shine 3:15
8 Easy Street 3:34
9 Grounded 3:17
10 Be on Your Way 3:01
11 We 3 4:08
12 All the King’s Friends 3:09

What to play next

Listen next

Grave Dancers Union

1992

Go back to

Hang Time

1988

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