Bastards
Björk · 2012
68 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · electronic · avant-garde music
A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-garde electronic remixes that reinvents Björk's soundscape with bold experimentation.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- kaleidoscopic sound exploration bold experimentation with remixes intense emotional contrasts throughout
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'Bastards' is a remix album following Björk's acclaimed 'Biophilia' (2011). At this stage in her career, she was exploring the intersection of technology and music, collaborating with various avant-garde producers to reimagine her work. This album showcases her continual evolution as an artist and willingness to experiment with new sounds.
- If you like
- alternative rock, electronic, avant-garde music
Bastards is an album by Björk, released in 2012. A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-garde electronic remixes that reinvents Björk's soundscape with bold experimentation. 'Bastards' is notable for its innovative approach to remix culture, featuring contributions from contemporary artists like Death Grips and Hudson Mohawke. The album received positive critical reception, highlighting its experimental nature and showcasing Björk’s influence within electronic music circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bastards sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-garde electronic remixes that reinvents Björk's soundscape with bold experimentation. Rooted in alternative rock and electronic.
What makes Bastards by Björk notable?
'Bastards' is notable for its innovative approach to remix culture, featuring contributions from contemporary artists like Death Grips and Hudson Mohawke. The album received positive critical reception, highlighting its experimental nature and showcasing Björk’s influence within electronic music circles. Released in 2012, 'Bastards' is a remix album following Björk's acclaimed 'Biophilia' (2011). At this stage in her career, she was exploring the intersection of technology and music, collaborating with various avant-garde producers to reimagine her work. This album showcases her continual evolution as an artist and willingness to experiment with new sounds.
Who is Bastards for?
Bastards works well if you're into kaleidoscopic sound exploration, bold experimentation with remixes and intense emotional contrasts throughout.
How many songs are on Bastards?
Bastards has 13 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Crystalline (Omar Souleyman remix) Standout 6:39
- 2 Virus (Hudson Mohawke Peaches and Guacamol remix) Standout 4:49
- 3 Sacrifice (Death Grips remix) Standout 4:17
- 4 Sacrifice (Matthew Herbert’s Pins and Needles mix edit) 0:37
- 5 Mutual Core (These New Puritans remix featuring Solomon Island Song) 3:54
- 6 Hollow (16‐Bit remix) 6:59
- 7 Mutual Core (Matthew Herbert’s Teutonic Plates mix) 5:05
- 8 Thunderbolt (Death Grips remix) 5:04
- 9 Dark Matter (Alva Noto Remodel) 5:40
- 10 Thunderbolt (Omar Souleyman remix) 7:22
- 11 Solstice (Current Value remix) 6:28
- 12 Moon (The Slips remix) 6:07
- 13 Crystalline (Matthew Herbert remix) 5:19
Release Date
January 1, 2012
Artist Origin
Iceland
Runtime
68 min 25 sec
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