Ride
Oysterband · 1989
48 min · 12 tracks · folk rock
A vibrant blend of folk-rock melodies and reflective lyrics driven by energetic instrumentation and rich storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with reflective moments
- narrative-driven songs for storytelling
- uplifting energy for group listening
- engaging melodies for road trips
Maybe skip if you want
- dislike cohesive album experiences
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'Ride' was Oysterband's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Light Up the Dark' from 1987. At this point, they were solidifying their place in the folk-rock scene, moving beyond mere traditional influences to incorporate contemporary sounds and themes that resonated with a broader audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Show of Hands· Bellowhead· Seth Lakeman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New York Girls 3:02
- 2 Gamblers (We Do Not Do That Anymore) 4:25
- 3 Polish Plain 3:54
- 4 Too Late Now 4:05
- 5 Tincans 3:31
- 6 Heaven to Calcutta 4:07
- 7 This Year, Next Year 4:31
- 8 My Dog (Knows Where the Bones Are Hid) 3:07
- 9 The Sins of a Family 4:25
- 10 Take Me Down 3:50
- 11 Cheekbone City 5:04
- 12 Love Vigilantes 3:59
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