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Released 10 years ago

Citizen of Glass

Agnes Obel · 2016

40 min · 10 tracks · classical · traditional folk music

Ethereal melodies intertwine with haunting vocals, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that transcends the ordinary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dreamy, atmospheric soundscapes
  • introspective late-night listening
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • haunting vocal explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 21, 2016, 'Citizen of Glass' is Agnes Obel's third studio album, following her critically acclaimed second album, 'Aventine' (2013). At this point in her career, Obel was solidifying her unique sound that blends classical music and folk influences, gaining international recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Ólafur Arnalds· Nils Frahm· Ludovico Einaudi

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Stretch Your Eyes 5:11
  • 2 Familiar 3:55
  • 3 Red Virgin Soil 2:43
  • 4 It’s Happening Again 4:20
  • 5 Stone 3:56
  • 6 Trojan Horses 5:33
  • 7 Citizen of Glass 2:49
  • 8 Golden Green 3:58
  • 9 Grasshopper 2:38
  • 10 Mary 5:47

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