"M b v" is the third studio album by the Irish-English rock band My Bloody Valentine. The album was released on February 2, 2013, more than 22 years after the band's previous album, "Loveless." The band's lead vocalist and guitarist, Kevin Shields, took the leading role during the album's production, which began in 1996 and was carried out intermittently due to various disruptions.
Regarded as an alternative rock music genre, "M b v" consists of nine tracks and is notable for its high-quality production value. The album's music direction is marked by unexpected shifts in rhythm and tone, and rich, textured shoegaze sounds, a style My Bloody Valentine is renowned for. In particular, the experimental nature of the music led to it becoming associated with genres such as dream pop and noise rock.
"M b v" received widespread acclaim from music critics and fans alike upon its release, with praise for its musical creativity and the distinctly ethereal soundscapes it presented. Despite the prolonged production period, the album successfully maintained the band's distinctive signature sound, demonstrating a continuous state of evolution with a subtle change in direction rather than a radical departure from their earlier work.
Kevin Shields' perfectionism and commitment paid off once the album was released as the band experienced a resurgence in popularity. It was noted for its inventive use of guitar sounds, atmospheric textures, and abstract song structures. Significant tracks include "Wonder 2," "Only Tomorrow," and "New You."
In terms of reception and legacy, "M b v" appeared on numerous end-of-year lists and is often regarded as one of the best albums of the 2010s. Despite the long gap between the band's releases, "M b v" lived up to the high expectations among fans and critics, cementing My Bloody Valentine's place as key innovators in the world of alternative rock.
