What makes Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt by Moby notable?

The album received significant attention for its introspective themes and was praised for its sonic depth, debuting at number two on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart. Its release coincided with Moby's activism on issues like animal rights and environmentalism, further cementing his role as not just a musician but a cultural commentator. The album's critical reception included positive reviews from outlets such as Pitchfork and The Guardian. By the time 'Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt' was released in 2018, Moby was an established figure in electronic music, known for hits like 'Play' from 1999. This album came after a period of personal introspection, following his 2016 album 'These Systems Are Failing', marking a return to his signature sound while integrating more contemplative elements. It also reflected Moby's evolving perspective on life and society amidst political turmoil.

Who is Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt for?

Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt works well if you're into steady pacing for deep reflection, haunting soundscapes for solitude and themes of loss and resilience.

How many songs are on Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt?

Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt has 12 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt

Moby · 2018

56 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · house · punk

A haunting blend of ambient soundscapes and reflective melodies, exploring themes of loss and resilience.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing for deep reflection
haunting soundscapes for solitude
themes of loss and resilience
consistent flow encourages immersion
gradual decline invites introspection

Maybe skip if you want

seeking upbeat party atmosphere
prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Themes: political turmoil· motherless child longing· contemporary struggles
Career context: By the time 'Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt' was released in 2018, Moby was an established figure in electronic music, known for hits like 'Play' from 1999. This album came after a period of personal introspection, following his 2016 album 'These Systems Are Failing', marking a return to his signature sound while integrating more contemplative elements. It also reflected Moby's evolving perspective on life and society amidst political turmoil.
Stylistic neighbors: Massive Attack· Thievery Corporation· Air
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Assume Form by James Blake — Shares a similar introspective tone with ambient textures and emotionally charged themes of longing.

22, A Million by Bon Iver — Explores themes of loss and resilience through layered soundscapes and reflective lyricism.

Magdalene by FKA twigs — Combines haunting atmospheres with themes of heartbreak and personal struggle, akin to Moby's reflective style.