Sigur Rós is a great band. They have beautifully arranged music, a large fan base, and several fantastic albums. However, many people don't realize that the strings, brass, etc. so often featured in Sigur Rós songs are actually produced by a band that goes by Amiina.
Amiina, to no surprise, are also Icelandic based. The band once consisted of four females, but as of their latest album, Puzzle, the band has become a co-ed sextet.
To me, the instrumentation of Amiina is what makes them really interesting. One track will be performed solely on electronic instruments, then the next will be intricately displayed in an acoustic setting with musical saws, crystal glasses, and violins. The band pulls this off live by utilizing looping technology to completely layer their compositions.
Amiina currently have two albums, Puzzle, and Kurr, as well as numerous EPs. A majority of the tracks on every Amiina release are completely instrumental, but I have to admit that when there are vocals, I thoroughly enjoy them. I actually wish there was a little bit more singing.
My YouTube recommendation this time is, "What are we Waiting for" I quite enjoy it, and I hope you find the listening experience pleasurable as well.
This blog is about my personal exploration through music, in hopes that I can assist you down your own musical path. I contains post about new bands worth spending your non-refundable time listening to, notable musical experiences I have had, and anything else I feel may pertain to the general audience members that piddle around my blog.
