Ride
Ride · 1990
16 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock · shoegaze
Ethereal guitar layers intertwine with hypnotic rhythms, capturing the essence of early shoegaze.
Ride is an EP by Ride, released in 1990. Ethereal guitar layers intertwine with hypnotic rhythms, capturing the essence of early shoegaze. The EP was critically acclaimed and helped define the burgeoning shoegaze genre, positioning Ride alongside contemporaries like My Bloody Valentine. It showcased their ability to blend melodic pop sensibilities with expansive soundscapes, earning them a dedicated following and significant influence on later alternative rock bands. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ride sound like?
Ethereal guitar layers intertwine with hypnotic rhythms, capturing the essence of early shoegaze. Rooted in alternative rock and shoegaze.
What makes Ride by Ride notable?
The EP was critically acclaimed and helped define the burgeoning shoegaze genre, positioning Ride alongside contemporaries like My Bloody Valentine. It showcased their ability to blend melodic pop sensibilities with expansive soundscapes, earning them a dedicated following and significant influence on later alternative rock bands. Ride released their self-titled EP in 1990, marking their debut into the music scene after forming just a year prior. This release set the foundation for their influential sound that would shape the shoegaze movement throughout the early '90s.
How many songs are on Ride?
Ride has 4 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chelsea Girl Standout 2:57
- 2 Drive Blind Standout 4:45
- 3 All I Can See 3:24
- 4 Close My Eyes Standout 5:26
Release Date
January 1, 1990
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
16 min 33 sec
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