All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend
AURORA · 2016
46 min · 12 tracks · indie pop · indie rock · synth-pop
Ethereal vocals weave through haunting melodies, blending pop sensibilities with Nordic folk influences.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim, landing on several year-end lists and showcasing AURORA's distinctive style that blends pop with folk elements. It peaked at number 8 on the Norwegian Albums Chart and led to international recognition, influencing a generation of artists exploring similar thematic depth in their music.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo exploration haunting melodies for introspection ethereal vocals in quiet moments
- Context
- Released on March 11, 2016, 'All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend' marked AURORA's debut studio album after her early EPs. At this stage, she was establishing her unique sound and visual identity within the music scene, following the success of her single 'Runaway,' which garnered significant attention and set the stage for her artistic vision.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marcus & Martinus· Girl in red· Madcon· Röyksopp· Mandy Moore· Håkan Hellström· Demi Lovato· Miley Cyrus
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- Infections Of A Different Kind (Step 1) — Continues ethereal soundscapes while introducing more layered production.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Runaway Standout 4:08
- 2 Conqueror Standout 3:27
- 3 Running With the Wolves 3:14
- 4 Lucky 4:13
- 5 Winter Bird 4:04
- 6 I Went Too Far 3:27
- 7 Through the Eyes of a Child 4:34
- 8 Warrior 3:43
- 9 Murder Song Standout 3:20
- 10 Home 3:32
- 11 Under the Water 4:24
- 12 Black Water Lilies 4:40
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