UK shoegaze pioneers RIDE have announced an exclusive encore show in Melbourne on Sunday 11th August at the Croxton Bandroom performing their seminal album ‘Going Blank Again’ in its entirety with special guests Mercury Rev.
The album, released in 1992, sits as a marker of sonic development for RIDE who, at this point of their career, were stepping out from the success of their debut album NOWHERE, and into sophomore album territory – one marked with expectation. The record features a diverse set of influences that builds on RIDE’s strong shoegaze foundations, fleshing the arrangements out with hints of punk, indie rock and even vibrant pop-leaning melodies.
Certified Gold, Going Blank is an addition to the RIDE body of work that has been viewed as a blueprint for generations of shoegaze and rock groups to follow.
RIDE are gearing up for their return to Australia and New Zealand this year, set to touch down for national tour dates this August. Along with the newly announced date, the legendary Oxford band are set to hit stages in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Auckland this August – with tickets for all dates selling fast.
