Smile
Ride · 1990
31 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock · shoegaze
Ethereal guitars weave through introspective lyrics, creating a lush soundscape that defines the early shoegaze movement.
Why this album works
'Smile' received critical acclaim upon its release, helping to establish Ride as key figures in the shoegaze genre. The album's impact is evident in its influence on subsequent artists within the scene and it has been referenced in discussions about the evolution of alternative rock during the early '90s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments introspective soundscapes for solitude short bursts of ethereal beauty
- Context
- Ride's 'Smile' was their debut album, released in January 1990 as the band was gaining attention from the burgeoning shoegaze scene. Following the success of their earlier EPs, this album helped to solidify their position in the alternative rock landscape of the UK. The band's unique blend of dreamy melodies and atmospheric instrumentation set the stage for their future works.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Radiohead· Muse· Robbie Williams· Duran Duran· Blur· Manic Street Preachers· Ed Sheeran· Depeche Mode
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 5:27
- 5 Like a Daydream 3:06
- 6 Silver 4:10
- 7 Furthest Sense 3:24
- 8 Perfect Time Standout 3:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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