Family Tree
Björk · 2002
148 min · 35 tracks · alternative rock · electronic · avant-garde music
A kaleidoscopic blend of intimate melodies and experimental soundscapes that reflect Björk's artistic evolution.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- intimate melodies for quiet moments explorative soundscapes for deep focus kaleidoscopic textures for headphone immersion
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'Family Tree' is a compilation album showcasing Björk's work from the late 1990s to early 2000s. It arrives following her critically acclaimed album 'Vespertine' (2001), marking a period of artistic exploration and emotional depth in her music. This compilation provides insight into her growth as an artist, featuring both remixed versions and new interpretations of previous works.
- If you like
- alternative rock, electronic, avant-garde music
Family Tree is an album by Björk, released in 2002. A kaleidoscopic blend of intimate melodies and experimental soundscapes that reflect Björk's artistic evolution. 'Family Tree' is notable for its intimate portrayal of Björk’s artistry, offering fans a retrospective view that includes live performances and demos. The album was well-received, further solidifying her status in the alternative music scene and contributing to ongoing discussions about her innovative approach to music and performance. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Family Tree sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of intimate melodies and experimental soundscapes that reflect Björk's artistic evolution. Rooted in alternative rock and electronic.
What makes Family Tree by Björk notable?
'Family Tree' is notable for its intimate portrayal of Björk’s artistry, offering fans a retrospective view that includes live performances and demos. The album was well-received, further solidifying her status in the alternative music scene and contributing to ongoing discussions about her innovative approach to music and performance. Released in 2002, 'Family Tree' is a compilation album showcasing Björk's work from the late 1990s to early 2000s. It arrives following her critically acclaimed album 'Vespertine' (2001), marking a period of artistic exploration and emotional depth in her music. This compilation provides insight into her growth as an artist, featuring both remixed versions and new interpretations of previous works.
Who is Family Tree for?
Family Tree works well if you're into intimate melodies for quiet moments, explorative soundscapes for deep focus and kaleidoscopic textures for headphone immersion.
How many songs are on Family Tree?
Family Tree has 35 tracks, running approximately 148 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Síðasta Ég 2:58
- 2 Glóra 1:43
- 3 Fuglar 3:02
- 4 Ammæli 3:58
- 5 Mamma 2:56
Disc 2
- 1 Immature (Björk’s version) 2:51
- 2 Cover Me 3:05
- 3 Generous Palmstroke (live) 4:40
- 4 Jóga (strings & vocals) Standout 4:40
- 5 Mother Heroic 2:42
Disc 3
- 1 The Modern Things (demo) 4:09
- 2 Karvel 4:28
- 3 I Go Humble 4:46
- 4 Nature Is Ancient 3:38
Disc 4
- 1 Unravel Standout 3:36
- 2 Cover Me 2:49
- 3 Possibly Maybe 4:53
- 4 The Anchor Song 3:42
- 5 Hunter 4:31
Disc 5
- 1 All Neon Like 5:05
- 2 I’ve Seen It All 5:57
- 3 Bachelorette Standout 5:07
- 4 Play Dead 3:27
Disc 6
- 1 Venus as a Boy 4:41
- 2 Hyperballad 5:24
- 3 You’ve Been Flirting Again 2:32
- 4 Isobel 5:47
- 5 Jóga 5:04
- 6 Unravel Standout 3:18
- 7 Bachelorette Standout 5:15
- 8 All Is Full of Love (video version) 4:46
- 9 Scatterheart 6:38
- 10 I’ve Seen It All 5:30
- 11 Pagan Poetry 5:15
- 12 It’s Not Up to You 5:10
Release Date
January 1, 2002
Artist Origin
Iceland
Runtime
148 min 20 sec
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