Ritual
White Lies · 2013
49 min · 10 tracks · post-punk revival
Atmospheric synths and driving rhythms create a brooding yet anthemic soundscape throughout the album.
Why this album works
'Ritual' received critical acclaim for its ambitious production and songwriting, debuting at number 6 on the UK Albums Chart. The album showcased White Lies' evolution and solidified their status in the post-punk landscape, influencing emerging bands seeking to capture a similar atmospheric sound.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2013, 'Ritual' was White Lies' third studio album, following their commercially successful second album, 'Ritual.' At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the post-punk revival scene, building upon their earlier acclaim while experimenting with darker themes and a broader sonic palette.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Labrinth· Ed Sheeran· PJ Harvey· Muse· Thom Yorke· Beady Eye· Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds· Liam Gallagher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Is Love Standout 4:52
- 2 Strangers 5:24
- 3 Bigger Than Us Standout 4:42
- 4 Peace & Quiet 5:54
- 5 Streetlights 5:00
- 6 Holy Ghost Standout 4:22
- 7 Turn the Bells 5:04
- 8 The Power & the Glory 5:13
- 9 Bad Love 3:57
- 10 Come Down 5:09
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