What makes What Did You Think When You Made Me This Way? by Nothing but Thieves notable?

The album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, marking a significant commercial achievement for the band. It received positive reviews from critics, who praised its ambitious sound and thematic depth, further establishing Nothing but Thieves as a notable voice in contemporary rock music. Released on October 19, 2018, What Did You Think When You Made Me This Way? is Nothing but Thieves' second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 2015. By this time, the band had solidified their identity within the UK alternative rock scene, building on the momentum of their earlier work and expanding their sonic palette.

How many songs are on What Did You Think When You Made Me This Way??

What Did You Think When You Made Me This Way? has 4 tracks, running approximately 14 minutes.

What Did You Think When You Made Me This Way?

Nothing but Thieves · 2018

14 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock

A fusion of atmospheric instrumentation and introspective lyrics, blending alternative rock with experimental textures and a touch of psychedelic flair.

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Forever & Ever More — This track opens the album with a haunting melody that sets a reflective tone, showcasing the band's ability to merge emotional weight with expansive soundscapes.
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Gods — With its driving rhythm and anthemic chorus, this song explores themes of spirituality and existential questioning, demonstrating the band's knack for combining thought-provoking lyrics with energetic instrumentation.
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Take This Lonely Heart — This track features poignant lyrics about vulnerability and connection, highlighted by dynamic shifts in instrumentation that amplify the emotional intensity of the message.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

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Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong writing and production but remains within familiar alternative rock territory.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a slow build of atmospheric synths before introducing a driving guitar riff, setting a dynamic tone for the EP.
Each song features layered instrumentation, with prominent use of reverb and echo effects that create a spacious soundscape.
The lyrics are introspective and personal, often reflecting on themes of identity and emotional struggle, which are woven into the fabric of the music.

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

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 Forever & Ever More 3:28
2 Gods 3:28
3 You Know Me Too Well 3:53
4 Take This Lonely Heart 4:01

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