- Audio CD (Sep 7 2004)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Limited Edition
- Label: Elektra Entertain.
- ASIN: B0002PYP04
- Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #96,965 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Track Listings
| 1. Pleasure Is All Mine - Bjork |
| 2. Show Me Forgiveness - Bjork |
| 3. Where Is The Line - Bjork |
| 4. Vokuro - Bjork |
| 5. Oll Birtan |
| 6. Who is it (Carry My Joy on the Left, Carry My Pain on the Right) |
| 7. Submarine |
| 8. Sonnets/Unrealities XI |
| 9. Desired Contellation |
| 10. Piano II |
| 11. Mouths Cradle |
| 12. Wednesday (Midvikudags) |
| 13. Triumph Of A Heart |
| 14. Oceania |
Product Description
From Amazon.com
Normally, an artist such as Bjork with a mass audience across the globe steadily eases off as the back-catalog starts to grow. However, Medulla, the fifth proper studio album from Bjork is without a doubt the most challenging collection of music she has ever released. For the most part, the album is made up of layers upon layers of processed vocal parts arranged in either harmony or dissonance such as "Vokuro" and "Oll Birtan," respectively. Some, such as "Show Me Forgiveness" are simple acapella, the aforementioned sounding like a vocal cut from Debut minus the music. Another echo of Bjork days gone by is "Desired Constellation," a slow trancy pulse underpinning her distinct vocals. "Where Is the Line," "Who Is It," and "Triumph of a Heart" are a bit grimier with a semi-urban twist, the latter a fantastically funky beatbox number with an outstanding introduction, the closest moment to a pop song appearing on Medulla. Although traditional instruments and breaks have been removed from this album, Medulla is no great departure for Bjork but in a sense it is radically different from any of her previous work. Some will love it, some hate it, and some just won't be sure what to think. --David Trueman
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Do not be quick to judge...,
This review is from: Medulla Ltd ed. (Audio CD)
I agree with the reviewer below me. Do not take just one person's opinion on this release.Although this CD strays away from much of Bjork's past upbeat and radio friendly songs - it in itself is a masterpiece of sound. This CD is made up of purely vocals, so If you are looking for a poppy CD to dance to, this is NOT it. This album does however explore sound and harmony to the fullest, it is innovative and truely a piece of art. As much I enjoy the energy of songs like "Big Time Sensuality", I rate this album above all others I've heard from her for it's sound, talent and originality.
4.0 out of 5 stars
dont listen to the reviewer above,
By A Customer
This review is from: Medulla Ltd ed. (Audio CD)
just because the other reviewer did not like it, does not mean that it isnt a good cd! its bjork experimenting again, like she does on every album. the lyrics are beautiful, and so are many of the songs. dont be misguided by one reviewer, its a great album
1.0 out of 5 stars
Halloween never sounded spookier,
By Daniel L (Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Medulla Ltd ed. (Audio CD)
Ok, when I first heard that Bijork was coming out with another album I was excited. So I ran to the nearest store and purchased it for $17.99 CDN. I put the disk in to my CD player and after listening to the first 5 tracks I sampled the rest of the CD by playing the first 30 seconds, of each track, and then skipping to the middle of the track. I listened the whole thing and found after the second time through, I still did not like it. (If you like spooky noises, barely audible vocals, and tracks that have nothing but silence to fill the gaps between the next track, its a must buy! Great for Halloween! This album will really freak out the kiddies!)I feel that I wasted my money!
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