New Vibrations
Hvarf-Heim Sigur Rós XL Recordings Nov. 6, 2007
"Starálfur" is the most approachable song on the album. Sometimes Sigur Rós's intricate melodies can be very intense and difficult to comprehend, even for the most seasoned fans, but "Starálfur" is more easily appreciated. The combination of waving piano notes and classic acoustic guitar makes this track simplistic but never boring.
Sigur Rós chose to record "Heysátan" out in the middle of nowhere in Iceland. Surrounded by nature, Sigur Rós could achieve the mood of this song about a happy death in isolation. Powered by the lyrics, an unusual song construction for Sigur Rós, this piece is grounded in a steady repetition of chords, but never trudges. The hesitant ending of the track indeed creates a sense of unresolved tension.
The disc ends with an acoustic version of "Von" which is probably the most beautiful song on the album in its delicate ethereality. It is incredibly fitting to finish Hvarf-Heim, a double-disc album meant to capture the essence of the band, with a piece so indicative of Sigur Rós's uniquely fascinating style.
Sigur Rós chose to record "Heysátan" out in the middle of nowhere in Iceland. Surrounded by nature, Sigur Rós could achieve the mood of this song about a happy death in isolation. Powered by the lyrics, an unusual song construction for Sigur Rós, this piece is grounded in a steady repetition of chords, but never trudges. The hesitant ending of the track indeed creates a sense of unresolved tension.
The disc ends with an acoustic version of "Von" which is probably the most beautiful song on the album in its delicate ethereality. It is incredibly fitting to finish Hvarf-Heim, a double-disc album meant to capture the essence of the band, with a piece so indicative of Sigur Rós's uniquely fascinating style.
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