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Afterglow

Ásgeir Trausti · 2017

43 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music

A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in a lush, folk-inspired soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • introspective reflections on life
  • for evening relaxation
  • ethereal soundscapes for dreaming

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party energy
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Afterglow is Ásgeir Trausti's second studio album, following his breakthrough debut Dýrð í dauðaþögn in 2012. By 2017, he had established himself as a significant voice in contemporary Icelandic music, blending traditional folk elements with modern sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors
Sufjan Stevens· Iron & Wine· José González

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Afterglow 4:50
  • 2 Unbound 4:07
  • 3 Stardust 3:43
  • 4 Here Comes the Wave in 3:20
  • 5 Underneath It 4:03
  • 6 Nothing 1:55
  • 7 I Know You Know 3:54
  • 8 Dreaming 4:42
  • 9 New Day 3:47
  • 10 Fennir Yfir 5:07
  • 11 Hold 4:02

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata