What makes Guilty of Everything by Nothing notable?

'Guilty of Everything' received critical acclaim, being praised for its lush production and emotional depth. It positioned Nothing as a significant player in the resurgence of shoegaze and alternative rock, earning spots on several year-end lists and helping to solidify their presence in the underground music scene. Released on March 4, 2014, 'Guilty of Everything' is Nothing's debut album, marking their entry into the alternative rock scene. At this point, the band was still forming its identity, building upon their early EPs and establishing a sound that would resonate within the shoegaze revival movement.

How many songs are on Guilty of Everything?

Guilty of Everything has 9 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Guilty of Everything

Nothing · 2014

38 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock

Heavy, reverb-drenched guitars envelop introspective melodies in a blend of shoegaze and alternative rock.

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Dig — This track exemplifies Nothing's ability to blend heavy guitar layers with melodic hooks, showcasing their signature sound and lyrical vulnerability.
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Endlessly — With its atmospheric build-up and poignant lyrics about longing, this song captures the essence of emotional struggle woven throughout the album.
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Guilty of Everything — The title track encapsulates the overarching themes of guilt and introspection, featuring a compelling mix of driving rhythms and ethereal vocals.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

57 /100

Foothills

Higher than 48% of albums we've rated

The album's lush production and dynamic shifts create an engaging experience, establishing a solid identity for the band.

What we noticed

The album features heavy, reverb-laden guitar layers that create a dense soundscape throughout its nine tracks.
Vocals are often delivered in a subdued manner, blending into the instrumentation rather than standing out prominently.
Several tracks incorporate dynamic shifts, with quieter intros leading into explosive choruses, enhancing emotional impact.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Hymn to the Pillory 4:41
2 Dig 4:02
3 Bent Nail 2:57
4 Endlessly 4:13
5 Somersault 4:30
6 Get Well 4:32
7 Beat Around the Bush 4:05
8 B & E 5:18
9 Guilty of Everything 4:23

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