Only Shallow
My Bloody Valentine
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12 facts about this song
Creation"Only Shallow" is a song by the alternative rock band, My Bloody Valentine, created in the early 1990s.
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Album InclusionThe track serves as the opening song of the band's critically acclaimed second studio album, "Loveless", released in 1991.
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Band Members InvolvementThe song was written by all four members of the band: Bilinda Butcher, Kevin Shields, Colm Ó Cíosóig and Debbie Googe.
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Musical StyleThe song is known for its unique "shoegaze" style, characterized by heavy use of guitar effects and indiscernible vocals buried in the mix.
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Key FeaturesOne of the key features of the song is its explosive intro, which was created using a drum sample followed by a distinct, distorted guitar riff that set the tone for the rest of the album.
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RecordingIts recording was part of the troubled and protracted process that delayed the release of "Loveless" for two years, pushing the band's record label, Creation Records, near bankruptcy.
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Pitchfork Media RankingIn 2006, Pitchfork Media named "Only Shallow" the 19th best song of the 1990s.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received immense critical acclaim for its innovative sound manipulation technique and iconic noise-making opening.
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Guitar TechniqueIn a 2017 Guitar World interview, lead guitarist Kevin Shields revealed the "glide guitar" technique used to create the song's distinctive, swirling guitar sound, involving bending the guitar strings and using a tremolo arm.
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Legacy"Only Shallow" has left a lasting impact on the music world, influencing many bands and artists in the shoegaze and post-rock genres.
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Cover VersionThe American rock band No Joy covered "Only Shallow" on their 2013 EP, Pastel and Pass Out.
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Use in FilmThe song was included in the soundtrack of the film, "Lost in Translation".
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