About this album
Sound:
"Layered guitar textures envelop ethereal vocals, creating a dreamlike soundscape that blurs the line between noise and melody."
Where they were
Isn't Anything was My Bloody Valentine's debut album, released in November 1988 after their early EPs had established them in the underground scene. This record marked the band's first full-length offering, showcasing their innovative approach to sound that would later define shoegaze.
Why it matters
The album is often credited as one of the foundational releases of the shoegaze genre, influencing countless artists and movements in the years following its release. It received critical acclaim for its experimental production and became a cult favorite, paving the way for the band's later masterpiece, Loveless.
Essential tracks
- "All I Need" — This track encapsulates the album's dreamy essence, merging soft melodies with dense layers of feedback, epitomizing the band's signature style.
- "Feed Me With Your Kiss" — A standout for its visceral energy and intoxicating blend of noise and melody, this track showcases the raw power of My Bloody Valentine's sound.
- "(When You Wake) You’re Still in a Dream" — With its lush instrumentation and haunting vocals, this song captures the surreal quality of the album, inviting listeners into its otherworldly atmosphere.
Release Date
November 1, 1988
Artist Origin
Ireland
Tracklist
- 1 Soft as Snow (but Warm Inside) 2:21
- 2 Lose My Breath 3:37
- 3 Cupid Come 4:29
- 4 (When You Wake) You’re Still in a Dream 3:18
- 5 No More Sorry 2:47
- 6 All I Need 3:04
- 7 Feed Me With Your Kiss 3:54
- 8 Sueisfine 2:12
- 9 Several Girls Galore 2:20
- 10 You Never Should 3:22
- 11 Nothing Much to Lose 3:17
- 12 I Can See It (but I Can’t Feel It) 3:11
