Nothing Feels Good
The Promise Ring · 1997
34 min · 12 tracks · emo
Bright melodies intermingle with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of late-90s emo's emotional rawness.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its role in defining the emo genre during the late 90s, influencing countless bands that followed. It received positive reviews from outlets like Pitchfork and has maintained a cult status in indie music circles, highlighting its impact on alternative rock and emo music.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels short, reflective listening sessions melodic emotional introspection
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Nothing Feels Good' was The Promise Ring's second album, following their debut 'Very Emergency' from 1996. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place within the burgeoning emo scene, showcasing a more polished sound while retaining their signature heartfelt lyricism.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Juliana Theory· Hawthorne Heights· Weezer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Is This Thing On? Standout 3:37
- 2 Perfect Lines 2:25
- 3 Red & Blue Jeans 2:54
- 4 Why Did Ever We Meet 4:04
- 5 Make Me a Chevy 2:33
- 6 How Nothing Feels 1:12
- 7 A Broken Tenor 3:24
- 8 Raspberry Rush Standout 2:34
- 9 Nothing Feels Good 2:05
- 10 Pink Chimneys 2:26
- 11 B Is for Bethlehem 3:15
- 12 Forget Me Standout 3:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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