Nothing

Meshuggah · 2006

53 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal · extreme metal · avant-garde metal

A relentless exploration of polyrhythmic complexity and harsh textures intertwined with moments of eerie melody.

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Nothing is an album by Meshuggah, released in 2006. A relentless exploration of polyrhythmic complexity and harsh textures intertwined with moments of eerie melody. 'Nothing' is significant for its influential role in the development of djent, a subgenre that emerged from Meshuggah's complex rhythms and heavy sound. The album received high praise from critics, including a feature in Metal Hammer, and helped shape the sonic landscape for numerous bands in the following years. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does Nothing sound like?

A relentless exploration of polyrhythmic complexity and harsh textures intertwined with moments of eerie melody. Rooted in progressive metal and extreme metal.

What makes Nothing by Meshuggah notable?

'Nothing' is significant for its influential role in the development of djent, a subgenre that emerged from Meshuggah's complex rhythms and heavy sound. The album received high praise from critics, including a feature in Metal Hammer, and helped shape the sonic landscape for numerous bands in the following years. By the release of 'Nothing' in January 2006, Meshuggah had solidified their status as pioneers in extreme metal with a distinct sound. This album followed their critically acclaimed 'Catch Thirtythree' (2005) and marked their return to a more traditional song structure after experimenting with lengthy compositions and ambient passages.

How many songs are on Nothing?

Nothing has 10 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.