Is Takk... a good place to start with Sigur Rós?

Yes, Takk... is recommended as a starting point for new Sigur Rós listeners. Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with sweeping orchestral elements, creating an expansive emotional journey through otherworldly realms. Released in 2005, Takk... was Sigur Rós's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record, (), which had established them as a significant force in post-rock. At this point, the band was transitioning from their earlier experimental phases into more accessible yet still ambitious compositions, cementing their unique sound that blends ambient and classical influences.

Takk... works well if you're into wave-like emotional crescendos, ethereal soundscapes for reflection and dynamic flow with peaks.

How many songs are on Takk...?

Takk... has 11 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.

Takk...

Sigur Rós · 2005

65 min · 11 tracks · post-rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with sweeping orchestral elements, creating an expansive emotional journey through otherworldly realms.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hoppípolla — This track is emblematic of the album's soaring melodies and orchestral arrangements, encapsulating the essence of hope and nostalgia that permeates Takk...
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Glósóli Start here — Opening with a gradual build-up, Glósóli represents the band's ability to create expansive soundscapes that evoke a sense of wonder and exploration.
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Sæglópur — With its haunting vocals and lush instrumentation, Sæglópur exemplifies the emotional depth and atmospheric richness that characterize the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

79 /100

Summit

Higher than 99% of albums we've rated

The album's ethereal soundscapes and cohesive themes create a memorable post-rock experience.

What we noticed

The album opens with a gradual build-up in 'Takk…', layering strings and ambient sounds before introducing the first melodic elements.
Tracks like 'Hoppípolla' feature a prominent piano motif that recurs throughout, creating a sense of unity across the album.
The final track, 'Heysátan', concludes with an extended ambient outro that fades out slowly, leaving a lingering atmosphere.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 9/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

wave-like emotional crescendos
ethereal soundscapes for reflection
dynamic flow with peaks
melancholic yet hopeful atmosphere
immersive experience for solitude

Maybe skip if you

seeking immediate gratification
prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Critical Peak — Takk... is often cited as a high point in post-rock, showcasing the band's ambition.
Themes: Icelandic landscapes· orchestral nostalgia· otherworldly exploration
Career context: Released in 2005, Takk... was Sigur Rós's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed record, (), which had established them as a significant force in post-rock. At this point, the band was transitioning from their earlier experimental phases into more accessible yet still ambitious compositions, cementing their unique sound that blends ambient and classical influences.
Stylistic neighbors: Explosions in the Sky· Godspeed You! Black Emperor· Mogwai