Hunger of the Pine

alt-J · 2014

4 min · 1 track · indie pop · indie rock · art rock

An ethereal blend of haunting vocals and intricate electronic textures that evoke deep emotional landscapes.

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Hunger of the Pine is a single by alt-J, released in 2014. An ethereal blend of haunting vocals and intricate electronic textures that evoke deep emotional landscapes. 'Hunger of the Pine' received widespread acclaim, debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart and garnering a nomination for the Mercury Prize. The lead single notably samples Miley Cyrus's '4x4,' which sparked conversations about genre blending and intertextuality in contemporary music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Hunger of the Pine sound like?

An ethereal blend of haunting vocals and intricate electronic textures that evoke deep emotional landscapes. Rooted in indie pop and indie rock.

What makes Hunger of the Pine by alt-J notable?

'Hunger of the Pine' received widespread acclaim, debuting at number one on the UK Albums Chart and garnering a nomination for the Mercury Prize. The lead single notably samples Miley Cyrus's '4x4,' which sparked conversations about genre blending and intertextuality in contemporary music. Released in 2014, 'Hunger of the Pine' marked alt-J's return with their second album, following their critically acclaimed debut 'An Awesome Wave.' This album saw them exploring more experimental sounds while still maintaining their unique blend of art rock and folktronica, positioning them firmly within the indie music scene at that time.

How many songs are on Hunger of the Pine?

Hunger of the Pine has 1 track, running approximately 4 minutes.