Biophilia
Björk · 2011
64 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · electronic · avant-garde music
A mesmerizing fusion of organic sounds and electronic textures exploring the intersection of nature and technology.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- immersive exploration of nature thought-provoking sonic landscapes patient unfolding of themes
- Context
- Released on July 19, 2011, 'Biophilia' marked Björk's eighth studio album and followed her acclaimed 2007 release, 'Volta.' At this point in her career, she was deepening her exploration of multimedia art, employing app-based components to enhance the listening experience, which was a first for an album.
- If you like
- alternative rock, electronic, avant-garde music
Biophilia is an album by Björk, released in 2011. A mesmerizing fusion of organic sounds and electronic textures exploring the intersection of nature and technology. 'Biophilia' is significant for its innovative use of technology, including interactive apps that complemented the music, making it a pioneering project in the digital age. The album received critical acclaim, featured in numerous year-end lists, and was recognized by the Grammy Awards with a nomination for Best Alternative Music Album. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Biophilia sound like?
A mesmerizing fusion of organic sounds and electronic textures exploring the intersection of nature and technology. Rooted in alternative rock and electronic.
What makes Biophilia by Björk notable?
'Biophilia' is significant for its innovative use of technology, including interactive apps that complemented the music, making it a pioneering project in the digital age. The album received critical acclaim, featured in numerous year-end lists, and was recognized by the Grammy Awards with a nomination for Best Alternative Music Album. Released on July 19, 2011, 'Biophilia' marked Björk's eighth studio album and followed her acclaimed 2007 release, 'Volta.' At this point in her career, she was deepening her exploration of multimedia art, employing app-based components to enhance the listening experience, which was a first for an album.
Who is Biophilia for?
Biophilia works well if you're into immersive exploration of nature, thought-provoking sonic landscapes and patient unfolding of themes.
How many songs are on Biophilia?
Biophilia has 13 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Moon 5:45
- 2 Thunderbolt 5:15
- 3 Crystalline Standout 5:08
- 4 Cosmogony Standout 5:00
- 5 Dark Matter 3:22
- 6 Hollow 5:49
- 7 Virus 5:26
- 8 Sacrifice 4:02
- 9 Mutual Core Standout 5:06
- 10 Solstice 4:41
- 11 Hollow (original 7 minutes version) 7:07
- 12 Dark Matter (with choir & organ) 3:25
- 13 Náttúra 3:50
Release Date
July 19, 2011
Artist Origin
Iceland
Runtime
64 min 1 sec
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