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Vignetting the Compost

Bibio · 2009

64 min · 16 tracks · electronic

A whimsical blend of lo-fi electronic textures and organic sounds that evoke a pastoral dreamscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • atmospheric background focus
  • whimsical, dreamlike soundscapes
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Vignetting the Compost' was released in 2009, Bibio had established himself as a unique voice in the electronic music scene with his previous album, 'Hand Cranked' gaining attention. This record came after his breakthrough in the underground circuit and showcased his evolving sound that incorporates folk elements alongside experimental electronic production.
Stylistic neighbors
Leyland Kirby· The Avalanches· Moby

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Flesh Rots, Pip Sown 4:24
  • 2 Mr and Mrs Compost 1:26
  • 3 Everglad Everglade 1:08
  • 4 Dopplerton 4:34
  • 5 Great Are the Piths 2:38
  • 6 Odd Paws 2:32
  • 7 Under the Pier 4:08
  • 8 Weekend Wildfire 5:08
  • 9 The Clothesline and the Silver Birch 2:04
  • 10 Torn Under the Window Light 2:06
  • 11 The Ephemeral Bluebell 5:45
  • 12 Over the Far and Hills Away 1:06
  • 13 Amongst the Bark and Fungus 6:04
  • 14 Top Soil 2:34
  • 15 Thatched 4:11
  • 16 The Garden Shelter 15:04

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