Silence of the Balkans
Goran Bregović · 1998
55 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · hard rock
A rich tapestry of Balkan folk melodies interwoven with modern orchestration and evocative storytelling.
Silence of the Balkans is an album by Goran Bregović, released in 1998. A rich tapestry of Balkan folk melodies interwoven with modern orchestration and evocative storytelling. This album is significant for its synthesis of Eastern European folk traditions with modern musical influences, contributing to the popularization of Balkan music worldwide. It received critical acclaim and remains influential among artists exploring cultural fusion and has been featured in various films, enhancing its reach beyond the music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Silence of the Balkans sound like?
A rich tapestry of Balkan folk melodies interwoven with modern orchestration and evocative storytelling. Rooted in folk rock and hard rock.
What makes Silence of the Balkans by Goran Bregović notable?
This album is significant for its synthesis of Eastern European folk traditions with modern musical influences, contributing to the popularization of Balkan music worldwide. It received critical acclaim and remains influential among artists exploring cultural fusion and has been featured in various films, enhancing its reach beyond the music scene. By 1998, Goran Bregović was transitioning from his roots in rock music to a more global exploration of Balkan folk sounds. 'Silence of the Balkans' followed his successful album 'A Time of Gypsies' and showcased his ability to blend traditional elements with contemporary arrangements, further establishing his unique voice in world music.
How many songs are on Silence of the Balkans?
Silence of the Balkans has 12 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Silence 1 5:22
- 2 Delicious Solitude 3:58
- 3 Train Standout 7:41
- 4 Silence 2 1:50
- 5 Wedding Standout 6:38
- 6 Ederlezi Standout 4:50
- 7 Silence 3 3:28
- 8 Chupchik 3:36
- 9 Babylon 6:08
- 10 Green Thought 6:48
- 11 Silence 4 1:46
- 12 Mocking Song 3:04
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