Released 30 years ago
Tarantula
Ride · 1996
50 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · shoegaze
A swirling blend of melodic shoegaze textures and alternative rock energy that captures the essence of mid-90s Britain.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- melodic textures for reflective moments
- dynamic exploration of emotions
- sunlit afternoons with friends
- nostalgic vibes for road trips
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 11, 1996, 'Tarantula' marked Ride's fourth studio album and came after their previous effort, 'Carnival of Light', which had seen a shift in their sound. This album was part of a transitional phase for the band as they navigated changes in musical direction and audience reception following their early success in the shoegaze movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Bloody Valentine· Slowdive· Lush
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Black Nite Crash 2:33
- 2 Sunshine / Nowhere to Run 4:48
- 3 Dead Man 3:34
- 4 Walk on Water 4:20
- 5 Deep Inside My Pocket 5:25
- 6 Mary Anne 6:46
- 7 Castle on the Hill 3:17
- 8 Gonna Be Alright 2:52
- 9 The Dawn Patrol 4:05
- 10 Ride the Wind 3:46
- 11 Burnin’ 5:19
- 12 Starlight Motel 3:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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