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Drone Mass
- 2022
- 11 tracks
- 51 min
- neoclassical
Album Description
Immerse yourself in the hauntingly beautiful sounds of Jóhann Jóhannsson's 'Drone Mass', a mesmerising neoclassical masterpiece released on 18 March 2022 via Deutsche Grammophon. This 51-minute sonic journey is a testament to Jóhannsson's innovative approach to music, weaving together intricate compositions that evoke a sense of contemplation and reflection.
From the opening notes of 'One is True' to the closing strains of 'The Mountain View, the Majesty of the Snow-Clad Peaks, from a Place of Contemplation and Reflection', Jóhann Jóhannsson's 'Drone Mass' is a deeply affecting and atmospheric work. The album's tracklist, which includes 'Triptych in Mass', 'To Fold & Remain Dormant', and the two-part 'Divine Objects', showcases Jóhannsson's ability to craft music that is both deeply personal and universally relatable.
With 'Drone Mass', Jóhann Jóhannsson invites listeners to step into a world of eerie landscapes and introspective soundscapes, where the boundaries between music and silence are blurred. The result is a work of profound beauty and emotional depth, one that lingers long after the final notes have faded away.
Tracks
- One is TrueJóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- Two is ApocryphalJóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- Triptych in MassJóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- To Fold & Remain DormantJóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- The Last Foul Wind I Ever KnewJóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- Divine Objects - Pt. 1Jóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- Divine Objects - Pt. 2Jóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- The Low Drone of Circulating Blood, Diminishes with TimeJóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- Moral VacuumsJóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- Take the Night AirJóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
- The Mountain View, the Majesty of the Snow-Clad Peaks, from a Place of Contemplation and ReflectionJóhann Jóhannsson, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier, American Contemporary Music Ensemble
About Jóhann Jóhannsson
Jóhann Jóhannsson, the acclaimed Icelandic composer, left an indelible mark on the world of music with his unique blend of classical orchestration and contemporary electronic elements. Born in 1969 and passing away in 2018, Jóhannsson's compositions spanned a wide range of media, including theatre, dance, television, and film. His work is renowned for its haunting, minimalist repetitions that evoke both modern and medieval atmospheres, often confronting existential themes. As a prolific multi-instrumentalist, Jóhannsson's discography and film scores have earned him a dedicated following, with his music continuing to captivate audiences worldwide.
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