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Bring It On

Gomez · 1998

54 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

Eclectic guitar riffs and soulful melodies intertwine, creating a rich tapestry of indie rock experimentation.

Why this album works

'Bring It On' received critical acclaim, winning the Mercury Prize in 1998, which significantly boosted the band's profile. Its chart performance peaked at number 5 on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying Gomez's place in the late '90s music landscape and influencing a wave of indie bands that followed.
Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing fluctuations
Context
Released on April 13, 1998, 'Bring It On' was Gomez's debut album, marking their entry into the music scene after forming in the mid-1990s. The album quickly garnered attention for its unique blend of styles, setting the stage for their subsequent success and establishing them as prominent figures in the British indie rock movement.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Get Miles 5:17
  • 2 Whippin’ Piccadilly Standout 3:12
  • 3 Make No Sound 3:28
  • 4 78 Stone Wobble Standout 4:23
  • 5 Tijuana Lady 7:10
  • 6 Here Comes the Breeze 5:30
  • 7 Love Is Better Than a Warm Trombone 3:31
  • 8 Get Myself Arrested Standout 4:05
  • 9 Free to Run 4:33
  • 10 Bubble Gum Years 3:22
  • 11 Rie’s Wagon 9:10
  • 12 The Comeback 0:44

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