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Released 32 years ago this June

Split

Lush · 1994

52 min · 12 tracks · rock music

Ethereal guitars and haunting melodies envelop introspective lyrics in a dreamlike shoegaze landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dreamy soundscapes for introspection
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • haunting melodies for solitude
  • deep listening during late nights
  • emotional depth through ethereal layers

Maybe skip if you want

  • wanting instant gratification
  • preferring upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 13, 1994, 'Split' was Lush's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed second album 'Spooky' (1992). At this point in their career, Lush was solidifying their place within the Britpop and shoegaze scenes, navigating the transition from early underground success to mainstream recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Ride· Slowdive· My Bloody Valentine

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Light From a Dead Star 3:17
  • 2 Kiss Chase 3:17
  • 3 Blackout 3:06
  • 4 Hypocrite 2:53
  • 5 Lovelife 3:56
  • 6 Desire Lines 7:39
  • 7 The Invisible Man 2:16
  • 8 Undertow 4:58
  • 9 Never‐Never 8:05
  • 10 Lit Up 4:01
  • 11 Starlust 4:32
  • 12 When I Die 4:19

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