Coming Up for Air

Coming Up for Air is the third studio album by the British shoegaze band Ride, released in 1995. The album showcases a more polished sound compared to their earlier works, blending elements of alternative rock with ethereal melodies and distorted guitars. Lyrically, it reflects themes of introspection and the passage of time, capturing the essence of mid-90s alternative culture. While it received mixed reviews upon release, it has since been re-evaluated and appreciated for its ambitious sound and artistic depth, solidifying Ride's legacy in the shoegaze genre.