I might have gushed about Jóhann Jóhannsson here before (in particular, his wonderful IBM 1401, A user's manual: look here for 'Part I, IBM 1401: Processing Unit' (annoying ad beforehand, I'm afraid), but I've just been listening to his most recent work, the 2011 The Miners' Hymns. You can read more about the background of the pieces here and the roots of their inspiration in trade unionism and brass bands.
Here is the final piece from the album, 'The cause of labour is the hope of the world', with accompanying film put together by Bill Morrison. Stay with it as it builds.
Here is the final piece from the album, 'The cause of labour is the hope of the world', with accompanying film put together by Bill Morrison. Stay with it as it builds.
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