Silence of the Balkans
Goran Bregović · 1998
55 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · hard rock
A rich tapestry of Balkan folk melodies interwoven with modern orchestration and evocative storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional journey
- evocative storytelling through sound
- moments of serene solitude
- celebratory tracks for gatherings
- rich melodies for deep listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, fast-paced music
- seek instant gratification from songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1998, Goran Bregović was transitioning from his roots in rock music to a more global exploration of Balkan folk sounds. 'Silence of the Balkans' followed his successful album 'A Time of Gypsies' and showcased his ability to blend traditional elements with contemporary arrangements, further establishing his unique voice in world music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Balkan Beat Box· Fanfare Ciocărlia· Taraf de Haïdouks
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Silence 1 5:22
- 2 Delicious Solitude 3:58
- 3 Train 7:41
- 4 Silence 2 1:50
- 5 Wedding 6:38
- 6 Ederlezi 4:50
- 7 Silence 3 3:28
- 8 Chupchik 3:36
- 9 Babylon 6:08
- 10 Green Thought 6:48
- 11 Silence 4 1:46
- 12 Mocking Song 3:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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