Name: Agaetis Byrjun
Brand: Sigur Ros

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Default:19

Supplier EU

Rough Trade UK

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Format detail

Colour details

Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Black

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Download code

Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2023-06-23

Format multiplier

Catalogue number

190296805387

UPC / Barcode

Black LP

2014-05-16

xlcd610

634904061029

Artist

Sigur Ros

Label EU

Krunk

Genre EU

Post Rock

Krunk is an independent record label owned by the renowned Icelandic band Sigur Rós. Originally created for their personal purposes, Krunk has become a platform for releasing limited edition and promotional material, as well as collaboration projects. With a focus on quality and artistic expression, Krunk offers music enthusiasts unique and exclusive releases from Sigur Rós and other talented artists.
As the brainchild of Sigur Rós, Krunk showcases the band's creativity beyond their own discography. Through this label, they have the freedom to experiment with different musical styles and collaborate with like-minded artists. This allows them to push boundaries and create truly exceptional pieces of art that resonate with fans worldwide.
With a reputation for delivering high-quality music in various formats, including vinyl records and digital downloads, Krunk ensures that each release is meticulously crafted to provide an immersive listening experience. Whether it's a limited edition album or a special project featuring guest musicians, every release from Krunk is a testament to the label's commitment to excellence.

Sigur Rós is an alternative rock band that was formed in 1982 in Glasgow, Scotland. The band has undergone several lineup changes throughout the years, with Bobby Gillespie on vocals since 1984 and Andrew Innes on guitar since 1986. Other current members include Darrin Mooney on drums and Simone Butler on bass.

Over the years, Sigur Rós has had various former members who have contributed to their unique sound. These include Jim Beattie and Robert 'Throb' Young on guitar, Judith Boyle on vocals, Martin St. John on tambourine, Thomas McGurk and Gavin Skinner on drums, Henry Olsen and Gary 'Mani' Mounfield on bass, Paul Harte and Stuart May on guitar, Philip 'Toby' Tomanov and Steve Sidelnyk on drums.

The band's music has been described as atmospheric and ethereal, often incorporating elements of post-rock and shoegaze. Their sound is characterized by lead singer Bobby Gillespie's distinct vocal style and the band's ability to create immersive sonic landscapes.

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Beautiful and alien, Agætis Byrjun was like being plunged into an Atlantis where language, gender and songforms were largely indeterminate. Sigur Ros conjured magic with drones, using strings, brass, electronics and guitars that took Jimmy Page's bowing technique to new heights. But the showstopper was Jonsi Birgisson's otherworldly voice, swooping between tenor confessions and falsetto ballet.

Agaetis Byrjun

Music EU

Discover Agaetis Byrjun by Sigur Ros on Krunk label. A beautiful and alien masterpiece featuring otherworldly vocals and innovative music. Vinyl records available.