Bury the Moon
Ásgeir Trausti · 2020
42 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music
Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape rooted in Icelandic folk traditions.
Bury the Moon is an album by Ásgeir Trausti, released in 2020. Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape rooted in Icelandic folk traditions. 'Bury the Moon' received critical acclaim and charted at number one in Iceland, solidifying Ásgeir's status in the folk genre. The album was praised for its lyrical depth and innovative production, contributing to a resurgence of interest in Nordic folk music on an international scale. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bury the Moon sound like?
Ethereal melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape rooted in Icelandic folk traditions. Rooted in traditional folk music.
What makes Bury the Moon by Ásgeir Trausti notable?
'Bury the Moon' received critical acclaim and charted at number one in Iceland, solidifying Ásgeir's status in the folk genre. The album was praised for its lyrical depth and innovative production, contributing to a resurgence of interest in Nordic folk music on an international scale. Released on February 7, 2020, 'Bury the Moon' is Ásgeir Trausti's third studio album, following his breakthrough debut 'Dýrð í dauðaþögn' in 2012. At this point, he had established himself as a prominent figure in the modern folk scene, blending traditional Icelandic elements with contemporary sounds.
How many songs are on Bury the Moon?
Bury the Moon has 11 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pictures 3:58
- 2 Youth Standout 3:30
- 3 Breathe 3:15
- 4 Eventide 3:47
- 5 Lazy Giants Standout 3:41
- 6 Overlay 2:53
- 7 Rattled Snow 3:38
- 8 Turn Gold to Sand 4:07
- 9 Living Water 4:33
- 10 Until Daybreak 4:23
- 11 Bury the Moon Standout 4:24
Release Date
February 7, 2020
Artist Origin
Iceland
Runtime
42 min 14 sec
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