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 | | Description: | Vinyl LP pressing. () - Sigur Rós's celebrated third album, and for many people - especially in US where it remains their biggest selling work - the most quintessentially Sigur Rós record of their career to date. It is the only album where Jónsi sings entirely in the wordless lyrics of Hopelandic. A desire to elide meaning and allow the listener to bring their own interpretation to the music, extends to the eight songs, all of which are nameless. The music is broadly divided into two halves, divided by a critical 36 seconds of silence. The first half of the album being lighter and more optimistic, and the second half bleaker and more melancholic, culminating in the thundering climax of Untitled #8, the closing song of every Sigur Rós show since the song was written in 2000. () was recorded at the band's own studio Sundlaugin, in Mosfellsbær outside Reykjavik, in 2002, co-produced by the band with Ken Thomas, who also helmed their break through second album, Agætis Byrjun. Completely out of print, the vinyl album now comes in it's full Grammy-nominated artwork, including die-cut sleeve and spot UV varnish inner bags.Album has been referred to as "Svigaplatan" by members of Sigur Ros, which translates to "The Bracket Album". Below are the titles the band has for the otherwise officially untitled songs themselves:
Untitled 1 - Vaka (the name of Orri's daughter)
Untitled 2 - Fyrsta (the first song)
Untitled 3 - Samskeyti (attachment)
Untitled 4 - Njósnavélin (the spy machine)
Untitled 5 - Álafoss (the location of the band's studio)
Untitled 6 - E-bow [georg uses an e-bow on his bass in this song]
Untitled 7 - Dauðalagið (the death song)
Untitled 8 - Popplagið (the pop song)
Pressed on 180 Gram black vinyl.
Cardboard single sleeve jacket with die-cut ( ) and spot UV inner bags.
Sigur-Ros.com on back of jacket.The self-titled album "()" by Sigur Rós, released as an LP, is one of the most distinctive and emotionally resonant works in modern post-rock. Characterised by expansive soundscapes, bowed guitar textures, shimmering piano passages and Jónsi's ethereal, wordless vocals, this record invites the listener into a deeply personal, introspective space. Each side of the LP unfolds like a continuous journey, moving from fragile, minimal arrangements to powerful crescendos that feel almost orchestral in scope. The absence of conventional lyrics leaves room for individual interpretation, turning every listen into a unique experience. Pressed on high-quality vinyl by Krunk, the LP format highlights the organic dynamics, warmth and detail of the recording and encourages listening to the album as a cohesive whole.
Krunk, as the label and manufacturer associated with Sigur Rós, is closely linked to the creative universe of the band. Rather than functioning as a mainstream major, Krunk operates with a strong focus on artistic integrity, careful curation and high production standards. Their vinyl editions are known for thoughtful presentation, often with minimalist yet striking artwork and an emphasis on sound quality and longevity, making their releases particularly attractive to collectors and audiophiles.
Sigur Rós are among the most influential bands to emerge from Iceland's music scene, often credited with bringing atmospheric post-rock to a wider global audience. Over the years, they have built a reputation for immersive albums and unforgettable live performances, fusing rock instrumentation with classical sensibilities and experimental textures. Their work has regularly appeared in film, television and contemporary art contexts, underlining the cinematic, emotional scope of their music. With "()", Sigur Rós cemented their status as pioneers of an expressive, boundary-defying sound that continues to inspire listeners and musicians around the world. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
9029685282 |
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