Family Tree cover

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

35 tracks·148:20

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