Kveikur
Sigur Rós · 2013
93 min · 17 tracks · post-rock · post-metal
A darker, more aggressive soundscape emerges, blending ethereal textures with driving rhythms and haunting melodies.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number one on the Icelandic charts and received critical acclaim for its bold sonic experimentation. It also represented a significant artistic reinvention, influencing post-rock and experimental music scenes worldwide, while addressing themes of darkness and personal struggle.
- Best for
- steady progression with emotional peaks immersive headphone detail exploration dark textures with haunting melodies
- Context
- Kveikur marks Sigur Rós' sixth studio album, coming after the more subdued Valtari in 2012. This release showcases a shift towards a heavier, more dynamic sound, reflecting the band's evolution after the departure of bassist Georg Hólm's longtime collaborator, who had been influential in their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Vision Eternel· Infant Island· Jónsi
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Brennisteinn Standout 7:45
- 2 Brennisteinn (instrumental) 7:45
Disc 2
- 1 Hrafntinna 6:23
- 2 Hrafntinna (instrumental) 6:23
Disc 3
- 1 Ísjaki Standout 5:03
- 2 Ísjaki (instrumental) 5:08
Disc 4
- 1 Yfirborð 4:20
- 2 Yfirborð (instrumental) 4:23
Disc 5
- 1 Stormur Standout 4:55
- 2 Stormur (instrumental) 5:00
Disc 6
- 1 Kveikur 5:55
- 2 Kveikur (instrumental) 6:00
Disc 7
- 1 Rafstraumur 4:58
- 2 Rafstraumur (instrumental) 4:55
Disc 8
- 1 Bláþráður 5:12
- 2 Bláþráður (instrumental) 5:14
Disc 9
- 1 Var 3:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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