Atmospheric indie rock band, Pale Rider have officially released their sophomore album, 1to0, via Coming Home Records. The new full-length is available on all major streaming platforms, and also as a 12” pink vinyl, limited to just 250 copies. Check out the album and more below.
Buy 1to0 here: https://cominghomerecords.bandcamp.com/album/pale-rider-1to0-vinyl-digital
“With 1to0, we set out to craft a sonic journey through love, loss, and the inevitable transition from one to none. Now that the album is out, we’re excited to see how it resonates with listeners. Each song is a reflection of life’s unpredictable highs and lows, and thrives on the paradox of isolation fostering connection, inviting people to immerse themselves in its layers and discover their own meaning within the sound.” – Rus Martin, vocals
Pale Rider seamlessly blends genres, capturing the depth of human experience through their music. Their latest single, “EyeSwoon”, is out now alongside the album, showcasing the band’s signature immersive sound. 1to0 was produced by the band, engineered and mixed by Jon Paz Gale, and mastered by Nick Bassett (Nothing, Deafheaven). Originally the solo project of singer/songwriter Rus Martin, Pale Rider organically expanded into a quartet in 2023, with longtime friends and seasoned musicians joining forces. The lineup—featuring Rus Martin, Thomas Kraus, Jon Santana, and Joe Ramos—crafts introspective sonic landscapes that bridge the creative terrain between California’s High Desert and Inland Empire.
The album includes previously released singles “Until We Meet Again,” “Tonight Is Ours,” “Your Faces,” and “EyeSwoon”, all of which contribute to 1to0’s compelling storytelling. The record explores the highs and lows of love, embracing experimental songwriting and atmospheric post-punk influences. Inspired by ‘90s shoegaze and ambient rock, Pale Rider enhances genre conventions with intimate melodies and expansive soundscapes. “EyeSwoon” encapsulates their ability to evoke emotions ranging from hope to melancholy, inviting listeners on a deeply personal journey.
1to0 tracklisting:
01 No Divider
02 Tonight Is Ours
03 Eyeswoon
04 Waking Up In Dreams
05 Your Faces
06 Sentimental
07 Until We Meet Again
08 Ocean of Roses
09 Into Light
More from Pale Rider:
Pale Rider is an avant-garde musical group from Redlands, California, blending atmospheric layers and harmonic post-punk to create a sound that balances introspection and raw emotion. Their name symbolizes the universal journey of life—the “Rider” embodies our shared experiences of love, loss, and the unknown, while “Pale” signifies a return to authenticity before life’s complexities alter us.
Originally initiated as a solo project by Rus, who self-released the band’s debut LP 2is1 in 2022, the collaboration expanded to include Thomas, Jon, and Joe, culminating in a lineup that pushes past genre conventions to create immersive, transformative music. Their latest album, 1to0, explores the journey of love from unity to solitude, recorded remotely to highlight their connectivity despite the distance. As they venture into live performances, Pale Rider aims to bring their sweeping emotional landscapes to the stage, inviting listeners to embark on this evolving journey alongside them, where every note resonates long after it fades. 1to0 was released on Feb 28th, 2025.
Follow Pale Rider:
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/pale-rider/1636543014
https://www.cominghomerecords.com/