Dirty Projectors' Mount Wittenberg Orca is a captivating art pop masterpiece, released on 16 June 2023 via Domino Recording Co. This enchanting album boasts a diverse tracklist, featuring an array of mesmerising songs, including 'Ocean', 'On and Ever Onward', and 'When the World Comes to an End'. The album's duration of 1 hour and 3 minutes is filled with an eclectic mix of sounds, showcasing the band's innovative approach to music.
In addition to the standard tracks, Mount Wittenberg Orca also includes a selection of live recordings from a 2009 performance at Housing Works, as well as an assortment of demos from the Inverness sessions. These bonus tracks offer a fascinating glimpse into the creative process behind the album, with renditions such as 'Wave Invocation' and 'Motherwhale Song' demonstrating the band's experimental nature.
With its unique blend of art pop and introspective lyrics, Mount Wittenberg Orca is a must-listen for fans of Dirty Projectors. The album's intricate soundscapes and poignant songwriting make for a compelling listen, and its release is a testament to the band's continued innovation and artistic vision.
2023 Domino Recording Co Ltd2023 Domino Recording Co Ltd
Tracks
OceanDirty Projectors, Björk
On and Ever OnwardDirty Projectors, Björk
When the World Comes to an EndDirty Projectors, Björk
Beautiful MotherDirty Projectors, Björk
Sharing OrbDirty Projectors, Björk
No EmbraceDirty Projectors, Björk
All We AreDirty Projectors, Björk
Intro - Live from Housing Works 2009Dirty Projectors, Björk
Ocean - Live from Housing Works 2009Dirty Projectors, Björk
On and Ever Onward - Live from Housing Works 2009Dirty Projectors, Björk
When the World Comes to an End - Live from Housing Works 2009Dirty Projectors, Björk
Beautiful Mother - Live from Housing Works 2009Dirty Projectors, Björk
Sharing Orb - Live from Housing Works 2009Dirty Projectors, Björk
No Embrace - Live from Housing Works 2009Dirty Projectors, Björk
All We Are - Live from Housing Works 2009Dirty Projectors, Björk
Wave Invocation - MWO I Inverness DemoDirty Projectors, Björk
Motherwhale Song - MWO II Inverness DemoDirty Projectors, Björk
Whale Watcher Song - MWO III Inverness DemoDirty Projectors, Björk
Fugal Swim - MWO IV Inverness DemoDirty Projectors, Björk
First Duet - MWO V Inverness DemoDirty Projectors, Björk
Migration - Unfinished MWO VI Inverness DemoDirty Projectors, Björk
Jubilation - MWO VII Inverness DemoDirty Projectors, Björk
Benediction - MWO VIII Inverness DemoDirty Projectors, Björk
When the World Comes to an End - Freewrite DemoDirty Projectors, Björk
When the World Comes to an End - Vocalise Rehearsal RoughDirty Projectors, Björk
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