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Slowdive

Just for a Day

Just for a Day

SKU: V67817 Barcode: 8713748982263
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

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  • Released Date: 31 Jul 2015

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Just For A Day, the debut album from shoegaze pioneers Slowdive, is a swirling, dreamy journey through ethereal melodies and hazy atmospheres. With their signature blend of shimmering guitars and whispered vocals, Slowdive have crafted a collection of songs that manage to be both otherworldly and deeply grounded in emotion.

From the opening track "Spanish Air" to the haunting closer "Primal," Slowdive take listeners on a sonic adventure that is at once hypnotic and cathartic. The band's ability to create textures that feel both expansive and intimate is truly a testament to their skill as songwriters and musicians.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Alison," a beautifully melancholic ode to lost love that showcases Slowdive's knack for crafting emotionally resonant lyrics. With its meandering guitar lines and haunting harmonies, "Alison" is a masterclass in atmosphere and mood.

While some may dismiss Slowdive as mere background music, Just For A Day proves that there is so much more to this band than meets the eye (or ear). Their ability to create a sense of sonic depth and emotional complexity is truly remarkable, making this album a must-listen for fans of shoegaze and indie rock alike. So grab your headphones, press play, and let Slowdive take you on a journey through the outer reaches of your mind.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Spanish Air
2. Celia's Dream
3. Catch the Breeze
4. Ballad of Sister Sue
5. Erik's Song
6. Waves
7. Brighter
8. The Sadman
9. Primal

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About the artist

Slowdive

Slowdive, the legendary shoegaze band from Reading, England, are the sonic equivalent of lying in a field of daisies on a warm summer day. Formed in 1989, Slowdive quickly made a name for themselves with their dreamy, ethereal soundscapes and hazy vocals that transport listeners to another dimension. Their debut album, Just For a Day, released in 1991, is a masterclass in atmospheric, immersive music that envelops you like a warm hug. Tracks like "Alison" and "Catch the Breeze" showcase the band's ability to create lush, hypnotic soundscapes that draw you in and refuse to let go. Their sophomore effort, Souvlaki, released in 1993, solidified Slowdive's status as one of the pioneers of the shoegaze genre. With songs like "When the Sun Hits" and "Dagger", the band continued to push boundaries and explore new sonic territories, cementing their place in music history. After a brief hiatus, Slowdive made a triumphant return in 2014 with their self-titled album, proving that their magic was as potent as ever. Tracks like "Star Roving" and "Sugar for the Pill" showcase the band's evolution while still maintaining their signature dreamy sound. With their swirling guitars, lush harmonies, and otherworldly melodies, Slowdive are a band that transcends time and space, inviting listeners to get lost in their sonic paradise. So put on your headphones, close your eyes, and let Slowdive take you on a journey through the cosmos of sound.

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