Aporia
Sufjan Stevens · 2020
42 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock · classical · electronic
Aporia blends ethereal soundscapes with contemplative melodies, creating a reflective sonic journey through themes of existence and connection.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- ethereal soundscapes for reflection brief meditations on existence contemplative melodies for solitude
- Context
- In 2020, Sufjan Stevens was in a phase of collaboration and experimentation, following his acclaimed 2015 album 'Carrie & Lowell'. 'Aporia' is a joint project with Lowell Brams, marking their first collaborative release in this capacity, showcasing Stevens' continued evolution as an artist who blurs genre boundaries.
- If you like
- alternative rock, classical, electronic
Aporia is an album by Sufjan Stevens, released in 2020. Aporia blends ethereal soundscapes with contemplative melodies, creating a reflective sonic journey through themes of existence and connection. 'Aporia' represents a significant departure from Stevens' previous works, embracing improvisation and spontaneity. It received critical acclaim for its ambient textures and introspective themes, further solidifying Stevens' position as an innovative force in contemporary music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Aporia sound like?
Aporia blends ethereal soundscapes with contemplative melodies, creating a reflective sonic journey through themes of existence and connection. Rooted in alternative rock and classical.
What makes Aporia by Sufjan Stevens notable?
'Aporia' represents a significant departure from Stevens' previous works, embracing improvisation and spontaneity. It received critical acclaim for its ambient textures and introspective themes, further solidifying Stevens' position as an innovative force in contemporary music. In 2020, Sufjan Stevens was in a phase of collaboration and experimentation, following his acclaimed 2015 album 'Carrie & Lowell'. 'Aporia' is a joint project with Lowell Brams, marking their first collaborative release in this capacity, showcasing Stevens' continued evolution as an artist who blurs genre boundaries.
Who is Aporia for?
Aporia works well if you're into ethereal soundscapes for reflection, brief meditations on existence and contemplative melodies for solitude.
How many songs are on Aporia?
Aporia has 21 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ousia 2:33
- 2 What It Takes Standout 3:24
- 3 Disinheritance Standout 1:13
- 4 Agathon 3:03
- 5 Determined Outcome 2:13
- 6 Misology 1:50
- 7 Afterworld Alliance 2:47
- 8 Palinodes 0:33
- 9 Backhanded Cloud 1:26
- 10 Glorious You 1:50
- 11 For Raymond Scott 0:35
- 12 Matronymic 0:58
- 13 The Red Desert 2:54
- 14 Conciliation 1:20
- 15 Ataraxia 1:13
- 16 The Unlimited 2:14
- 17 The Runaround 3:35
- 18 Climb That Mountain Standout 3:00
- 19 Captain Praxis 2:14
- 20 Eudaimonia 2:20
- 21 The Lydian Ring 1:03
Release Date
March 24, 2020
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 18 sec
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