Winter Soundtracks

Takk

by Sigur Rós (Musical group)

Downloadable Music - 2018

Sigur Rós is an Icelandic post-rock band that formed in 1994. The album Takk, meaning 'thanks', creates really atmospheric and ambient electronic music pe...Show more Sigur Rós is an Icelandic post-rock band that formed in 1994. The album Takk, meaning 'thanks', creates really atmospheric and ambient electronic music perfect for a cozy night. While the whole album is an experience in shifting moods, the song "Heysátan" conveys an especially warm and mellow melody to help you settle in to a long night. Show less

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Carrie & Lowell

by Stevens, Sufjan

Music CD - 2015

Sufjan Stevens is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who is well renowned for dreamy, ethereal indie folk music. This album is a so...Show more Sufjan Stevens is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who is well renowned for dreamy, ethereal indie folk music. This album is a sorrowful and emotional journey through memory, which makes it an especially poignant listen during this season. "Should Have Known Better" evokes a particularly nostalgic feeling and ends on a hopeful note. Show less

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Blue

by Mitchell, Joni

Downloadable Music - 1971

Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell wrote and produced this album in its entirety in 1971. Blue is often considered to be one of the greatest albums ...Show more Canadian singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell wrote and produced this album in its entirety in 1971. Blue is often considered to be one of the greatest albums of all time due to the poignant songwriting. "River" is often included in Christmas music canons, as Mitchell refers to the upcoming Christmas season, wishing for "a river I could skate away on..." The song itself is emotional, reminding us of the longing and pain that can sometimes come with the holiday season. Show less

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A Very Lonely Solstice

by Fleet Foxes (Musical Group)

Music CD - 2022

A Very Lonely Solstice was recorded in December 2020 in Brooklyn, NY as a live-stream. As the name suggests, there is a longing and weariness to the track...Show more A Very Lonely Solstice was recorded in December 2020 in Brooklyn, NY as a live-stream. As the name suggests, there is a longing and weariness to the tracks. "Wading in Waist-high Water" is an incredible short but overwhelming choral performance that feels nostalgic of summer and warmer weather, while "Featherweight" really evokes a feeling of reflectiveness that reverberates long after the song finishes, encouraging perseverance through the long days. Show less

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1970

by Dylan, Bob

Music CD - 2021

Originally intended as a semi-secret limited-edition release and not something for general consumption -- 1970 wound up getting an official release in Feb...Show more Originally intended as a semi-secret limited-edition release and not something for general consumption -- 1970 wound up getting an official release in February 2021 due to overwhelming consumer demand. On this album, Bob Dylan, with collaborations from other artists, plays a few oldies, which brings some fun and nostalgia to the cold days. The song "Winterlude" on the 1970 album gives a more festive and joyful feel to the winter season, where Dylan sings of playfulness and love. Show less

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Parachutes

by Coldplay (Musical group)

Music CD - 2000

The sound of Coldplay has shifted across albums, but Parachutes has a particular feeling reminiscent of changing seasons and slow, chilly days. "Ever...Show more The sound of Coldplay has shifted across albums, but Parachutes has a particular feeling reminiscent of changing seasons and slow, chilly days. "Everything's Not Lost" in particular reflects on loneliness, loss, and the potential of coming out the other side. It is also a song of making amends and coming together, very reminiscent of this season of reflection on the year that has passed. Show less

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First Collection

2006-2009

Downloadable Music - 2018

Another Fleet Foxes compilation, this album includes the song "White Winter Hymnal", which somehow manages to simultaneously feel like the inevitable and daunting passage of time and the choral joy of the season all in one. Another Fleet Foxes compilation, this album includes the song "White Winter Hymnal", which somehow manages to simultaneously feel like the inevitable and daunting passage of time and the choral joy of the season all in one. Show less

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A Midwinter Night's Dream

by McKennitt, Loreena

Music CD - 2008

A celtic celebration of the season, A Midwinter Night's Dream by Canadian singer, songwriter, accordionist, harpist, and pianist Loreena McKennitt transpo...Show more A celtic celebration of the season, A Midwinter Night's Dream by Canadian singer, songwriter, accordionist, harpist, and pianist Loreena McKennitt transports you into the haunting caroling tradition of the holidays. The album combines more traditional Christmas tunes, such as "The Holly & the Ivy" with songs like "Snow", which celebrates the feel and experience of a heavy snowfall. Show less

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Skeleton Tree

by Cave, Nick

Music CD - 2016

A gothic and mournful album, Skeleton Tree by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds is another sorrowful seasonal sojourn. Tracks like "Anthrocene" and "Skeleton Tree" just feel like winter and make you long for warmer days. A gothic and mournful album, Skeleton Tree by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds is another sorrowful seasonal sojourn. Tracks like "Anthrocene" and "Skeleton Tree" just feel like winter and make you long for warmer days. Show less

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The Gods We Can Touch

by Aurora

Music CD - 2022

The Gods We Can Touch is the third studio album by Norwegian singer-songwriter AURORA. While all of the songs of this album are evocative and strange, &qu...Show more The Gods We Can Touch is the third studio album by Norwegian singer-songwriter AURORA. While all of the songs of this album are evocative and strange, "Everything Matters" has a particular ethereal quality that feels like the comfort and chaos of a snowfall. Show less

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Frozen

Soundtrack

Music CD - 2013

A family-friendly soundtrack that can't help but get you in the spirit for the winter season. The soundtrack from the Disney movie "Frozen" will have you singing along as you experience the frozen fractals are all around you. A family-friendly soundtrack that can't help but get you in the spirit for the winter season. The soundtrack from the Disney movie "Frozen" will have you singing along as you experience the frozen fractals are all around you. Show less

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