go quiet

Last weekend I saw the premiere of a wonderful little film, which captured a singularly beautiful experience: Jónsi singing his album GO, unplugged--as it were.

Just Jónsi and an instrument. A guitar with 3 strings; An old recorder from the 80s; a piano of unknown origin.

It's a simple concept, but a near-religious effect when experienced.

I couldn't recommend it more. You can get the DVD at Amoeba here in LA, or online.

You can watch the trailer here.

wes.

Post Script--Since I first posted about GO several months ago, it's since become arguably the most beloved album in my musical life, which is to say my life in whole. If anyone in the sound of this blog hasn't given it a serious listen, then do. GO DO.

Along with Sigur Rós the album TAKK, I consider it a musical masterpiece.