Weather Diaries
Ride · 2017
52 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A lush blend of shimmering guitars and ethereal vocals creates a dreamy soundscape that feels both nostalgic and fresh.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lannoy Point Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Charm Assault — This track features an infectious melody intertwined with jangly guitar riffs, showcasing the band's ability to craft catchy yet atmospheric songs that echo their classic sound.
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Weather Diaries — The title track encapsulates the album's overarching themes of reflection and impermanence, blending sonorous instrumentation with poignant lyrics for a memorable experience.
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All I Want — With its driving beat and introspective lyrics, this song balances urgency with yearning, making it a standout moment that illustrates Ride's lyrical depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Ride's return showcases strong songwriting and production, blending nostalgia with modern elements effectively.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a track that features layered guitar textures and a steady, driving rhythm, establishing a lush sound immediately.
- Vocals are often harmonized and float above the instrumentation, creating an ethereal quality that persists throughout the record.
- Several tracks incorporate ambient interludes that transition smoothly between songs, enhancing the dreamlike atmosphere.
- The final track concludes with a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering sense of nostalgia.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- nostalgic soundscapes for daydreaming
- introspective moments of calm
- warm backdrop for quiet evenings
- inviting sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer instant gratification sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Revitalized Ride's presence after a long hiatus, showcasing their continued relevance.
- Themes
- nostalgic reflections· shimmering landscapes· post-breakup introspection
- Career context
- Released in 2017, Weather Diaries marked Ride's first studio album in over 20 years, following their breakup in the late '90s. This comeback came after a series of reunion tours and revitalized the band's presence in the shoegaze scene, showcasing their evolution while retaining the signature sound that defined their early work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- My Bloody Valentine· Slowdive· Lush
Tracklist
- 1 Lannoy Point Start here 5:59
- 2 Charm Assault 4:12
- 3 All I Want 3:57
- 4 Home Is a Feeling 3:19
- 5 Weather Diaries 6:59
- 6 Rocket Silver Symphony 5:25
- 7 Lateral Alice 2:55
- 8 Cali 6:29
- 9 Integration Tape 2:26
- 10 Impermanence 4:23
- 11 White Sands 6:08
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Clinging to a Scheme
The Radio Dept.
Shares lush melodies and dreamy soundscapes, blending nostalgia with modern production.
Hurry Up, We're Dreaming
M83
Combines ethereal vocals and shimmering synths to create expansive, reflective soundscapes.
Souvlaki
Slowdive
Features atmospheric guitars and introspective themes, embodying a similar shoegaze ethos.
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