Racecar Is Racecar Backwards
Reuben · 2004
48 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
A frenetic blend of angular guitars and raw vocals encapsulates the chaotic energy of early 2000s UK alternative rock.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews from critics and helped establish Reuben within the UK alternative rock scene. Notably, it peaked at number 35 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing their initial commercial success while also influencing a wave of post-hardcore bands emerging during that time.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks dynamic exploration of themes cathartic bursts of energy
- Context
- Released in January 2004, 'Racecar Is Racecar Backwards' is Reuben's debut album, marking their entrance into the UK music scene. At this point, the band was gaining momentum after forming in 2001 and playing numerous live shows that laid the groundwork for their sound and fanbase.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 No One Wins the War Standout 3:41
- 2 Horrorshow Standout 2:58
- 3 Stuck in My Throat 3:27
- 4 Oh the Shame 2:09
- 5 Fall of the Bastille 4:09
- 6 Freddy Kreuger 2:28
- 7 Tonight My Wife Is Your Wife 3:07
- 8 Eating Only Apples 2:03
- 9 Our Song 1:56
- 10 Let's Stop Hanging Out Standout 2:54
- 11 Missing Fingers 4:00
- 12 Song for Saturday 2:55
- 13 Moving to Blackwater 2:49
- 14 Wrong and Sorry 3:21
- 15 Parties Break Hearts 2:34
- 16 Dusk 3:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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