Jóga cover

Jóga

Björk · 1997

57 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · electronic · avant-garde music

A lush tapestry of electronic textures interwoven with orchestral strings and Björk's haunting vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • lush soundscapes for introspection
  • haunting vocals for emotional depth
  • dynamic mixes for varied listening
  • immersive experience over full duration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking straightforward song structures
  • prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
Icelandic landscapes· emotional resilience· orchestral textures
Career context
Released on September 15, 1997, 'Jóga' marked a pivotal moment in Björk's career, serving as a lead single from her second studio album, 'Homogenic'. This period followed her successful debut, 'Debut', establishing her as a prominent figure in the alternative and electronic music scenes.
Stylistic neighbors
FKA twigs· Arca· Kate Bush
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Fever Ray by Fever Ray — Shares a dark, atmospheric soundscape with haunting vocals and electronic textures.
( ) by Sigur Rós — Utilizes orchestral elements and expansive soundscapes that evoke emotional landscapes.
Two Suns by Bat for Lashes — Combines lush instrumentation with ethereal vocals, exploring themes of nature and identity.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Jóga (Howie B main mix) 5:01
  • 2 Jóga (string & vocal mix) 4:42
  • 3 Jóga (Buzz Water mix) 5:06
  • 4 All Is Full of Love (Choice mix) 4:38
  • 5 Jóga 5:09
  • 6 Sod Off 2:56
  • 7 Immature 2:50
  • 8 So Broken 6:03
  • 9 Jóga (Alec Empire mix) 8:46
  • 10 Jóga (Alec Empire hardcore mix 1) 6:08
  • 11 Jóga (Alec Empire hardcore mix 2) 6:07

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