Hopelessness

ANOHNI · 2016

56 min · 15 tracks · electronic · jazz fusion · baroque pop

A haunting fusion of electronic textures and poignant vocals that confronts global crises with raw vulnerability.

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Hopelessness is an album by ANOHNI, released in 2016. A haunting fusion of electronic textures and poignant vocals that confronts global crises with raw vulnerability. The album received widespread critical acclaim, highlighted by a nomination for Best Alternative Music Album at the Grammy Awards. Its lead single 'Drone Bomb Me' stirred discussions on the ethics of warfare and garnered attention for its bold lyrical themes, making it a significant cultural commentary on contemporary issues. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does Hopelessness sound like?

A haunting fusion of electronic textures and poignant vocals that confronts global crises with raw vulnerability. Rooted in electronic and jazz fusion.

What makes Hopelessness by ANOHNI notable?

The album received widespread critical acclaim, highlighted by a nomination for Best Alternative Music Album at the Grammy Awards. Its lead single 'Drone Bomb Me' stirred discussions on the ethics of warfare and garnered attention for its bold lyrical themes, making it a significant cultural commentary on contemporary issues. Hopelessness is ANOHNI's debut solo album, released after her time with Antony and the Johnsons. Following the critically acclaimed 'Cut the World' EP in 2012, this work marks her transition into a more politically charged artistic voice, using music as a platform for activism.

How many songs are on Hopelessness?

Hopelessness has 15 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.