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Snakes in the Playground

Bride · 1992

46 min · 14 tracks · Christian rock · Christian metal

A vibrant clash of melodic hooks and heavy guitar riffs, infused with spiritual introspection.

Snakes in the Playground is an album by Bride, released in 1992. A vibrant clash of melodic hooks and heavy guitar riffs, infused with spiritual introspection. The album received critical acclaim within the Christian music community, noted for its blend of hard rock elements with thought-provoking lyrics. It helped further establish Bride as a significant act in Christian metal, influencing subsequent bands in the genre and charting well on Christian rock charts. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Snakes in the Playground sound like?

A vibrant clash of melodic hooks and heavy guitar riffs, infused with spiritual introspection. Rooted in Christian rock and Christian metal.

What makes Snakes in the Playground by Bride notable?

The album received critical acclaim within the Christian music community, noted for its blend of hard rock elements with thought-provoking lyrics. It helped further establish Bride as a significant act in Christian metal, influencing subsequent bands in the genre and charting well on Christian rock charts. Released in January 1992, 'Snakes in the Playground' was Bride's third studio album, following their breakthrough album 'Kinetic Faith.' At this point, they were solidifying their presence in the Christian metal scene, navigating a unique space between commercial rock and faith-based messaging.

How many songs are on Snakes in the Playground?

Snakes in the Playground has 14 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·46:31

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Rattlesnake 4:33
  • 2 Would You Die for Me Standout 3:35
  • 3 Psychedelic Super Jesus Standout 4:17
  • 4 Fallout 4:02
  • 5 Saltriver Shuffle 0:37
  • 6 Dust Through a Fan Standout 3:08
  • 7 I Miss the Rain 3:52
  • 8 Don’t Use Me (intro) 0:19
  • 9 Don’t Use Me 4:01
  • 10 Picture Perfect 4:21
  • 11 Love, Money 3:47
  • 12 Some Things Never Change 4:09
  • 13 Goodbye (intro – Warmup) 0:23
  • 14 Goodbye 5:20

Release Date

January 1, 1992

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

46 min 31 sec