Released: 26/05/08
Bon Iver's For Emma, Forever Ago (2008) is a stunning, intimate album created in isolation with minimal resources. Recorded in a remote cabin, it blends influences from Smog, TV On The Radio, Sufjan Stevens, and Iron & Wine, while Justin Vernon adds a unique touch. The album’s emotional range spans from the soaring opener "Flume" to the quiet beauty of "Re: Stacks," with Vernon’s voice shifting from soothing to desperate.