Kronos Quartet, renowned for their innovative approach to minimalism and avant-garde music, presents "Landfall," a captivating album released on February 16, 2018, under the Nonesuch label. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes, this album is a testament to the quartet's ability to blend diverse musical elements into a cohesive and immersive experience.
"Landfall" is a sonic journey that explores the aftermath of a storm, both literal and metaphorical. The album's tracklist, filled with evocative titles like "CNN Predicts a Monster Storm," "The Water Rises," and "Thunder Continues in the Aftermath," paints a vivid picture of a world in flux. The Kronos Quartet masterfully navigates through these themes, creating a soundscape that is both haunting and beautiful.
The album's minimalist and avant-garde genres are evident in its intricate compositions and unconventional structures. Kronos Quartet's signature style shines through, as they seamlessly weave together layers of sound to create a rich and textured musical tapestry. From the delicate whispers of "Wind Whistles Through the Dark City" to the powerful crescendos of "Thunder Continues in the Aftermath," each track offers a unique exploration of the album's central themes.
"Landfall" is not just an album; it's an experience. The Kronos Quartet invites listeners to immerse themselves in a world of sound, where every note tells a story and every track is a chapter in a larger narrative. Whether you're a longtime fan of the Kronos Quartet or a newcomer to their music, "Landfall" is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
CNN Predicts a Monster StormKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Wind Whistles Through the Dark CityKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Water RisesKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Our Street Is a Black RiverKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
GalaxiesKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Darkness FallsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
DreamsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Dreams TranslatedKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Dark SideKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Built You a MountainKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Electricity Goes out and We Move to a HotelKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
We Learn to Speak yet Another LanguageKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Dawn of the WorldKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Wind Lifted the Boats and Left Them on the HighwayKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
It Twisted the Street SignsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Then It RecededKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
The Nineteen Stars of HeavenKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Nothing Left but Their NamesKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
All the Extinct AnimalsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Galaxies IIKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Never What You Think It Will BeKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Thunder Continues in the AftermathKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
We Blame Each Other for Losing the WayKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Another Long EveningKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Riding Bicycles Through the Muddy StreetsKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Helicopters Hang Over DowntownKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
We Head OutKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Everything Is FloatingKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Gongs and Bells SingKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
Old Motors and HelicoptersKronos Quartet, Laurie Anderson
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