The 2018 release on Deutsche Grammophon serves as a poignant posthumous tribute, as Jóhannsson was personally involved in its preparation just weeks before his death.
Jóhannsson's work is celebrated for its "alchemy of total opposites," blending traditional acoustic instruments with cold, digital processing. Johann Johannsson - Englaborn & Variations (24-...
Performed a solo piano version of the title track. The 2018 release on Deutsche Grammophon serves as
Features the original 16 "miniature" pieces. The sound is described as "crisper" and "louder," heightening the poignancy of the string quartet, piano, and tuned percussion. Features the original 16 "miniature" pieces
A standout feature is the use of a "Speak 'N' Spell countertenor" (robotic voice) to recite Catullus's poem Odi et Amo ("I hate and I love"), balancing the ancient with the futuristic.
Includes "transformative takes" from peers and admirers such as: Ryuichi Sakamoto: Reworked "Jói & Karen".
Scaled "Ég Heyrði Allt Án Þess Að Hlusta" into a majestic piece. Thematic & Technical Profile
The 2018 release on Deutsche Grammophon serves as a poignant posthumous tribute, as Jóhannsson was personally involved in its preparation just weeks before his death.
Jóhannsson's work is celebrated for its "alchemy of total opposites," blending traditional acoustic instruments with cold, digital processing.
Performed a solo piano version of the title track.
Features the original 16 "miniature" pieces. The sound is described as "crisper" and "louder," heightening the poignancy of the string quartet, piano, and tuned percussion.
A standout feature is the use of a "Speak 'N' Spell countertenor" (robotic voice) to recite Catullus's poem Odi et Amo ("I hate and I love"), balancing the ancient with the futuristic.
Includes "transformative takes" from peers and admirers such as: Ryuichi Sakamoto: Reworked "Jói & Karen".
Scaled "Ég Heyrði Allt Án Þess Að Hlusta" into a majestic piece. Thematic & Technical Profile