This Is Not a Safe Place
Ride · 2019
66 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · shoegaze
A shimmering blend of alternative rock and shoegaze, enveloped in ethereal textures and reflective lyrics.
Why this album works
'This Is Not a Safe Place' received positive reviews for its exploration of new sonic landscapes, particularly from prominent outlets like NME and The Guardian. It also reached number 16 on the UK Albums Chart, reaffirming Ride's enduring appeal.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing of exploration reflective moments for deep thought dynamic shifts with resolution
- Context
- Released in 2019, 'This Is Not a Safe Place' marked Ride's return after a long hiatus following their 1996 album 'Tarantula'. This album showcased their evolution as artists, blending their classic sound with contemporary influences and solidifying their place in the modern shoegaze revival.
- 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 R.I.D.E. Standout 3:03
- 2 Future Love Standout 3:38
- 3 Repetition 3:17
- 4 Kill Switch 2:45
- 5 Clouds of Saint Marie 3:53
- 6 Eternal Recurrence Standout 5:48
- 7 Fifteen Minutes 3:13
- 8 Jump Jet 5:08
- 9 Dial Up 3:37
- 10 End Game 3:37
- 11 Shadows Behind the Sun 4:00
- 12 In This Room 8:42
- 13 Catch You Dreaming (Glok remix) 8:48
- 14 Pulsar (LC remix) 6:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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