Everything and Nothing
David Sylvian · 2000
139 min · 29 tracks · jazz
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a tranquil yet complex auditory experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Scent of Magnolia Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Heartbeat (Tainai Kaiki II) — This track merges atmospheric textures with reflective lyrics, showcasing Sylvian's ability to blend ambient music with emotional storytelling.
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Ghosts — As one of Sylvian's most iconic pieces, this track encapsulates his signature style, combining haunting melodies with an introspective lyrical narrative.
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I Surrender — The song features a rich arrangement and profound lyrics that convey themes of vulnerability and longing, making it a standout moment on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- contemplative journey through soundscapes
- wave-like pacing that invites reflection
- immersive listening for introspective moments
- dynamic ebb and flow experience
- for late-night solitude
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, upbeat tracks
- seek immediate emotional gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Showcases Sylvian's evolution with unreleased material, appealing to dedicated fans.
- Themes
- ethereal landscapes· introspective narratives· avant-garde exploration
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Everything and Nothing is David Sylvian's first collection of previously unreleased material following his time with the band Japan. At this point in his career, Sylvian was exploring a more avant-garde direction, distancing himself from the mainstream pop of his earlier work while continuing to build on his reputation as an innovative artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Brian Eno· Mark Hollis· Ryuichi Sakamoto
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Let the Happiness In
The verses gradually shift from resignation to a hopeful invitation for joy, illustrating an emotional transition.
This progression not only deepens the emotional impact but also reflects Sylvian's thematic exploration of acceptance and renewal.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 The Scent of Magnolia Start here 5:35
- 2 Heartbeat (Tainai Kaiki II) 5:16
- 3 Blackwater 4:20
- 4 Albuquerque (Dobro #6) 1:24
- 5 Ride 7:58
- 6 The Golden Way 6:02
- 7 Ghosts 3:43
- 8 Pop Song 4:37
- 9 Every Colour You Are 4:47
- 10 Wanderlust 6:43
- 11 God’s Monkey 5:05
- 12 Let the Happiness In 5:32
- 13 I Surrender 9:32
- 14 Thoroughly Lost to Logic 1:20
Disc 2
- 1 Jean the Birdman 4:12
- 2 Cover Me With Flowers 6:33
- 3 The Boy With the Gun 5:14
- 4 Riverman 4:57
- 5 Aparna and Nimisha (Dobro #5) 0:56
- 6 Midnight Sun 4:02
- 7 Orpheus 4:48
- 8 Some Kind of Fool 7:31
- 9 Cries and Whispers 2:33
- 10 Godman 3:58
- 11 Laughter and Forgetting 2:33
- 12 Buoy 5:16
- 13 Weathered Wall 5:43
- 14 Bamboo Houses 5:21
- 15 Come Morning 3:56
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Spirit of Eden
Talk Talk
Shares a similar ethereal soundscape with introspective and avant-garde explorations.
Ambient 1: Music for Airports
Brian Eno
Both create tranquil, atmospheric environments that encourage deep introspection.
The Mirror Pool
Lisa Gerrard
Features haunting vocals and layered soundscapes that evoke a contemplative and ethereal atmosphere.
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