In 1992 Icelandic pop band The Sugarcubes split up, and lead singer Björk began her solo career by recording the album Debut (which isn't really her solo debut, but that's another story). Produced by Nellee Hooper, the album encompassed songs Björk had written throughout her lifetime.
Debut boasts a mixture of Electronica driven intellectual, dance and love songs, all accompanied by Björk’s beautiful and broad soprano vocals, emotional lyrics and interesting beats. What is truly outstanding is that it’s not Björk’s voice what takes the spotlight, but rather the amount of emotion she is able to convey with it. The entire album is like a little Björk sprinkled all over; you get to enjoy great music while understanding, from various perspectives, themes of love, nature and heritage.
Mr. V!
ReplyDeleteTrue enough, her singing is full of emotion and sincere paroxysm. The music is epic, very old school reminiscent of a James Bond theme. o.O
ReplyDeleteI've always been reminded of Emiliana Torrini whenver I listen to Bjork. And no wonder they're both Iclandic.