Building Nothing Out of Something
Modest Mouse · 2000
55 min · 12 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi
A kaleidoscope of lo-fi textures and introspective lyrics woven into compelling indie rock soundscapes.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks introspective lyrics for reflection headphone detail hunting experience
- Context
- Released on January 18, 2000, 'Building Nothing Out of Something' served as a compilation of B-sides and rare tracks, marking Modest Mouse's transition from underground darlings to more widely recognized artists. This album came after their breakthrough record, 'The Lonesome Crowded West,' and before their commercial peak with 'Good News for People Who Love Bad News.'
- If you like
- indie rock, lo-fi
Building Nothing Out of Something is an album by Modest Mouse, released in 2000. A kaleidoscope of lo-fi textures and introspective lyrics woven into compelling indie rock soundscapes. The album is significant for showcasing the band's evolution and unique sound, which would influence the indie rock movement of the early 2000s. It received positive critical acclaim and helped solidify Modest Mouse's reputation, paving the way for their later mainstream success. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Building Nothing Out of Something sound like?
A kaleidoscope of lo-fi textures and introspective lyrics woven into compelling indie rock soundscapes. Rooted in indie rock and lo-fi.
What makes Building Nothing Out of Something by Modest Mouse notable?
The album is significant for showcasing the band's evolution and unique sound, which would influence the indie rock movement of the early 2000s. It received positive critical acclaim and helped solidify Modest Mouse's reputation, paving the way for their later mainstream success. Released on January 18, 2000, 'Building Nothing Out of Something' served as a compilation of B-sides and rare tracks, marking Modest Mouse's transition from underground darlings to more widely recognized artists. This album came after their breakthrough record, 'The Lonesome Crowded West,' and before their commercial peak with 'Good News for People Who Love Bad News.'
Who is Building Nothing Out of Something for?
Building Nothing Out of Something works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, introspective lyrics for reflection and headphone detail hunting experience.
How many songs are on Building Nothing Out of Something?
Building Nothing Out of Something has 12 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Never Ending Math Equation Standout 3:23
- 2 Interstate 8 4:39
- 3 Broke 3:19
- 4 Medication Standout 5:01
- 5 Workin’ on Leavin’ the Livin’ 6:40
- 6 All Night Diner 4:44
- 7 Baby Blue Sedan Standout 4:04
- 8 A Life of Artic Sounds 2:29
- 9 Sleepwalkin’ 3:23
- 10 Grey Ice Water 5:05
- 11 Whenever You Breathe Out, I Breathe In (Positive Negative) 5:18
- 12 Other People’s Lives 7:10
Release Date
January 18, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
55 min 20 sec
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