Immerse yourself in the captivating sounds of Owen Pallett’s Island album, a stunning release from 2021 that showcases the artist’s mastery of acoustic music. Recorded live at the iconic Abbey Road Studios with the London Contemporary Orchestra, this album begins with 13 hauntingly beautiful chords, setting the stage for a journey through Pallett’s rich musical landscape.
The album opens with an evocative introduction, evoking the feeling of waking up alone on the shores of an unfamiliar land. From there, listeners are treated to an orchestrated tapestry that reflects Pallett’s diverse discography, blending elements from previous works like Heartland with the intricate fingerpicking of his early trio, Les Mouches. Experience the full track listing:
- (I) – Owen Pallett (3:05)
- Transformer – Owen Pallett (3:54)
- Paragon of Order – Owen Pallett (5:56)
- (Ii) – Owen Pallett (0:23)
- The Sound of the Engines – Owen Pallett (3:53)
- Perseverance of the Saints – Owen Pallett (3:54)
- Polar Vortex – Owen Pallett (2:57)
- (Iii) – Owen Pallett (0:52)
- A Bloody Morning – Owen Pallett (5:52)
- Fire-mare – Owen Pallett (4:19)
- Lewis Gets Fucked Into Space – Owen Pallett (4:56)
- (Iv) – Owen Pallett (3:37)
- In Darkness – Owen Pallett (6:27)
- Paragon of Order (Version) – Owen Pallett (5:03)
- Fire-mare (Version) – Owen Pallett (4:35)
Mackenzie Foster (verified owner) –
Owen Pallett’s Island is a breathtaking exploration of sound. The acoustic arrangements are both haunting and beautiful. A must-listen for any fan of orchestral music!
Briana Moreno (verified owner) –
I’ve purchased several albums this year, but nothing compares to Island. The depth and emotion in each track truly set it apart as one of the best acoustic music albums of 2021.
Matthew Patterson (verified owner) –
Listening to Island was an experience I’ll never forget. Owen Pallett captures the essence of orchestral music in a way that’s so intimate and profound.