Rift
Phish · 1993
67 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · funk rock
A labyrinth of intricate melodies and seamless transitions exploring themes of love, loss, and existential reflection.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks explorative themes of love intricate melodies to unravel
- Context
- Released on February 2, 1993, 'Rift' is Phish's fourth studio album, arriving shortly after their growing popularity due to the success of 'A Picture of Nectar'. This album showcases a maturation in their songwriting and arrangements, marking a pivotal moment as they began to solidify their identity beyond the jam band label.
- If you like
- alternative rock, progressive rock, funk rock
Rift is an album by Phish, released in 1993. A labyrinth of intricate melodies and seamless transitions exploring themes of love, loss, and existential reflection. 'Rift' is notable for its ambitious concept, featuring interconnected songs that contribute to an overarching narrative. The album received positive reviews and helped solidify Phish's position in the alternative rock scene, leading to increased commercial recognition and chart success. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rift sound like?
A labyrinth of intricate melodies and seamless transitions exploring themes of love, loss, and existential reflection. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive rock.
What makes Rift by Phish notable?
'Rift' is notable for its ambitious concept, featuring interconnected songs that contribute to an overarching narrative. The album received positive reviews and helped solidify Phish's position in the alternative rock scene, leading to increased commercial recognition and chart success. Released on February 2, 1993, 'Rift' is Phish's fourth studio album, arriving shortly after their growing popularity due to the success of 'A Picture of Nectar'. This album showcases a maturation in their songwriting and arrangements, marking a pivotal moment as they began to solidify their identity beyond the jam band label.
Who is Rift for?
Rift works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, explorative themes of love and intricate melodies to unravel.
How many songs are on Rift?
Rift has 15 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rift 6:13
- 2 Fast Enough for You 4:51
- 3 Lengthwise 1:19
- 4 Maze Standout 8:13
- 5 Sparkle 3:54
- 6 Horn 3:37
- 7 The Wedge 4:07
- 8 My Friend, My Friend Standout 6:09
- 9 Weigh Standout 5:08
- 10 All Things Reconsidered 2:32
- 11 Mound 6:02
- 12 It’s Ice 8:14
- 13 Lengthwise 0:34
- 14 The Horse 1:23
- 15 Silent in the Morning 5:28
Release Date
February 2, 1993
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
67 min 51 sec
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