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The Bride Stripped Bare

Bryan Ferry · 1978

41 min · 10 tracks · new wave

A blend of smooth pop sensibilities and soulful rock, capturing emotional depth with orchestral flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • emotional depth with orchestral flair
  • for evening unwinding
  • smooth transitions between tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic music
  • want standalone hits over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in September 1978, 'The Bride Stripped Bare' was Bryan Ferry's first solo album after the breakup of Roxy Music. It marked a transitional phase for Ferry, showcasing his evolving sound and artistic independence as he moved away from the glam rock genre that defined his earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Roxy Music· David Bowie· Kate Bush

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sign of the Times 2:28
  • 2 Can’t Let Go 5:14
  • 3 Hold On (I’m Coming) 3:37
  • 4 The Same Old Blues 3:21
  • 5 When She Walks in the Room 6:28
  • 6 Take Me to the River 4:29
  • 7 What Goes On 4:11
  • 8 Carrickfergus 3:46
  • 9 That’s How Strong My Love Is 3:17
  • 10 This Island Earth 5:06

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