Ride's Laurence 'Loz' Colbert and Steve Queralt on new album 'Interplay'

In the captivating episode #166 of The

Its launch is scheduled for March 29. Interaction marks a significant milestone for the Oxford-based quartet, being their third album since their reunion in 2014. Surpassing the length of their original '90s phase, Drive have maintained their iconic status as shoegaze pioneers and evolved and embraced new sonic territories.

After the success of Weather diaries (2017) and This is not a safe place (2019), which rekindled the spark for Ride, the next album promises to continue the journey. Produced by the band together Richie Kennedy and skillfully mixed by Claudio Mittendorfer, Interaction weaves together the frenetic guitar attacks, hypnotic rhythms and dreamy melodic hooks of their early work. Inspired by 80s pop gems like Tears of fear, Talk Talkand principles U2the album explores a more expansive sonic template.

At the interview, loz and Esteban navigate the depths of Interaction, offering information about the band's split and reform. Plus, they reflect on their impressive back catalog and discuss their favorites. Drive songs and giving listeners a nostalgic journey through the band's musical evolution. This conversation is a compelling exploration of Ride's enduring legacy and his continued innovation in alternative rock.

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Ride – Interplay Tracklist:

peace sign

last frontier

Light in a quiet room

Monaco

I came to see the shipwreck

Stay Free

Last night I came somewhere to dream

Dawn Hunter

midnight traveler

Portland Rocks

Essaouira

Yesterday is just a song

Ride's new album 'Interplay' will be out on March 29.