Ribbons
Bibio · 2019
52 min · 16 tracks · electronic music
A whimsical blend of lo-fi electronic textures and pastoral melodies that evoke a dreamlike landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Art of Living — This track epitomizes the album's essence with its reflective lyrics and layered melodies, creating a serene atmosphere that invites introspection.
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Ode to a Nuthatch — Short yet impactful, this piece captures natural beauty through delicate instrumentation and highlights Bibio’s signature blending of organic sounds with electronic elements.
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Pretty Ribbons and Lovely Flowers — The song stands out for its intricately woven harmonies and lyrical imagery, offering a vivid portrayal of tranquility that resonates throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalBibio's 'Ribbons' blends lo-fi textures and melodies, creating a unique and immersive listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of layered synths and organic sounds, creating a textured soundscape that evolves throughout each track.
- Several tracks incorporate field recordings, adding an element of realism that contrasts with the electronic elements.
- The tempo varies across the album, with some tracks maintaining a steady rhythm while others drift into more ambient territory.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, whimsical listening sessions
- dreamlike auditory experiences
- gentle, reflective moods
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2019, Bibio released 'Ribbons' as his eighth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'A Mineral Love' from 2016. At this point in his career, he was establishing a distinctive sound that melded elements of folk and experimental electronic music, further enhancing his reputation as an innovative artist within the genre.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Beret Girl 1:56
- 2 The Art of Living 3:16
- 3 Before 3:11
- 4 Curls 3:17
- 5 Ode to a Nuthatch 2:03
- 6 Watch the Flies 3:59
- 7 It’s Your Bones 4:43
- 8 You Couldn’t Even Hear the Birds Singing 1:23
- 9 Pretty Ribbons and Lovely Flowers 4:17
- 10 Erdaydidder-Erdiddar 4:55
- 11 Frankincense and Coal 1:50
- 12 Old Graffiti 3:28
- 13 Patchouli May 4:04
- 14 Valley Wulf 3:20
- 15 Quarters 3:20
- 16 Under a Lone Ash 2:53
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