Bibio's 2019 album "Ribbons" returns to the pastoral, ambient textures of his earlier work, creating a sun-dappled, melancholic soundscape that feels both intimate and expansive. It's a largely instrumental record, showcasing Wilkinson's deft touch with acoustic guitar, subtle electronics, and found sounds.
- The album was recorded at Bibio's home studio in the UK.
- "Ribbons" was released on April 12, 2019, by Warp Records.
- The album features contributions from fellow Warp artist Lethem.
Bibio is the electronic music project of Stephen Wilkinson, known for his genre-blending sound that incorporates elements of folk, ambient, and hip-hop. He has released numerous albums on Warp Records since the mid-2000s, often exploring themes of nostalgia and the natural world. Ribbons was released in 2019, marking a return to some of the more pastoral and ambient textures explored in his earlier work, following the more sample-heavy A Mineral Love.
