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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with resolution melodic textures for reflective moments dynamic exploration of emotions
- 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.
- If you like
- alternative rock, shoegaze
Tarantula is an album by Ride, released in 1996. A swirling blend of melodic shoegaze textures and alternative rock energy that captures the essence of mid-90s Britain. 'Tarantula' is notable for its mixed critical reception, which reflected a broader shift in the music landscape of the time. While it didn't achieve the same commercial success as earlier albums, it still holds significance for its experimental approach and impact on alternative rock during the genre's evolution in the late 90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tarantula sound like?
A swirling blend of melodic shoegaze textures and alternative rock energy that captures the essence of mid-90s Britain. Rooted in alternative rock and shoegaze.
What makes Tarantula by Ride notable?
'Tarantula' is notable for its mixed critical reception, which reflected a broader shift in the music landscape of the time. While it didn't achieve the same commercial success as earlier albums, it still holds significance for its experimental approach and impact on alternative rock during the genre's evolution in the late 90s. 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.
Who is Tarantula for?
Tarantula works well if you're into wave-like pacing with resolution, melodic textures for reflective moments and dynamic exploration of emotions.
How many songs are on Tarantula?
Tarantula has 12 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Black Nite Crash Standout 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 Standout 6:46
- 7 Castle on the Hill 3:17
- 8 Gonna Be Alright Standout 2:52
- 9 The Dawn Patrol 4:05
- 10 Ride the Wind 3:46
- 11 Burnin’ 5:19
- 12 Starlight Motel 3:35
Release Date
March 11, 1996
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
50 min 25 sec
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