Volumen
Björk · 1999
58 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · electronic · avant-garde music
A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-pop and electronic textures, underscored by Björk's distinctive voice and emotive lyricism.
Why this album works
- Best for
- kaleidoscopic emotional explorations dynamic shifts in pacing engaging narratives through sound
- Context
- When 'Volumen' was released in January 1999, Björk was riding the wave of her critically acclaimed album 'Homogenic' from the previous year. This compilation marks a transitional phase in her career, showcasing the breadth of her work from her early solo endeavors through to her experimental artistic choices that would define her subsequent projects.
- If you like
- alternative rock, electronic, avant-garde music
Volumen is an album by Björk, released in 1999. A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-pop and electronic textures, underscored by Björk's distinctive voice and emotive lyricism. The album is significant for encapsulating Björk's unique sound and vision, contributing to her status as a pioneer in alternative music. It features tracks that have been influential in shaping the landscape of art pop and electronic music, with 'Army of Me' being particularly impactful as it has been covered by various artists and featured prominently in popular culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Volumen sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of avant-pop and electronic textures, underscored by Björk's distinctive voice and emotive lyricism. Rooted in alternative rock and electronic.
What makes Volumen by Björk notable?
The album is significant for encapsulating Björk's unique sound and vision, contributing to her status as a pioneer in alternative music. It features tracks that have been influential in shaping the landscape of art pop and electronic music, with 'Army of Me' being particularly impactful as it has been covered by various artists and featured prominently in popular culture. When 'Volumen' was released in January 1999, Björk was riding the wave of her critically acclaimed album 'Homogenic' from the previous year. This compilation marks a transitional phase in her career, showcasing the breadth of her work from her early solo endeavors through to her experimental artistic choices that would define her subsequent projects.
Who is Volumen for?
Volumen works well if you're into kaleidoscopic emotional explorations, dynamic shifts in pacing and engaging narratives through sound.
How many songs are on Volumen?
Volumen has 14 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Human Behaviour 4:16
- 2 Venus as a Boy 4:44
- 3 Play Dead 3:49
- 4 Big Time Sensuality 4:53
- 5 Violently Happy 3:30
- 6 Army of Me Standout 4:25
- 7 Isobel 4:14
- 8 It’s Oh So Quiet 3:57
- 9 Hyperballad Standout 3:55
- 10 Possibly Maybe 5:04
- 11 I Miss You 4:00
- 12 Jóga Standout 3:11
- 13 Bachelorette 5:16
- 14 Hunter 3:29
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
Iceland
Runtime
58 min 43 sec
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