About this album
Where they were
By 2025, Jenny Hval was already established in the avant-garde music scene following her critically acclaimed album 'Blood Bitch' in 2016. 'Iris Silver Mist' represents her continued exploration of identity and self-expression, arriving after a period of introspective storytelling and sonic experimentation that characterized her recent work.
Why it matters
This album has been noted for its unique blend of experimental sound and lyrical depth, earning praise in publications like The Quietus and Pitchfork. It is seen as a significant contribution to the avant-garde genre, influencing emerging artists seeking to challenge conventional song structures and themes.
Essential tracks
- "Lay Down" — Opening with an evocative ambiance, this track sets the tone for the album's exploration of vulnerability and surrender.
- "You Died" — This track stands out for its raw emotional weight, reflecting on mortality through stark yet poetic language that resonates deeply.
- "The Artist Is Absent" — In under two minutes, this piece encapsulates Hval’s thematic focus on absence and presence, using minimalistic sound to profound effect.
- "I Want the End to Sound Like This" — This closing track beautifully combines haunting melodies with reflective lyrics, leaving listeners contemplating the nature of endings.
Release Date
May 2, 2025
Artist Origin
Norway
Tracklist
- 1 Lay Down 4:16
- 2 To Be a Rose 3:53
- 3 I Want to Start at the Beginning 2:26
- 4 All Night Long 6:01
- 5 Heiner Müller 0:59
- 6 You Died 3:31
- 7 Spirit Mist 1:53
- 8 I Don’t Know What Free Is 4:46
- 9 The Artist Is Absent 1:23
- 10 Huffing My Arm 1:27
- 11 The Gift 2:37
- 12 A Ballad 3:45
- 13 I Want the End to Sound Like This 5:42
