"I Am Here" is a collection of Jóhann Jóhannsson's early electronic works, showcasing his foundational approach to ambient and minimalist composition. The release documents his shift from rock to purely electronic and experimental music.
- The release collects material from 1990 to 1995. It was released on Ash International, a sub-label of Stereolab's Duophonic Records. The album was reissued in 2017.
- The album was recorded in Reykjavík and Malmö. The material demonstrates Jóhannsson's early experiments with samplers and sequencers.
- This release predates his more widely known cinematic scores and chamber music. It provides essential context for his later, more high-profile work.
Jóhann Jóhannsson was an Icelandic composer of electronic music, ambient, and modern classical. He was best known for his unique blend of electronic and orchestral textures. Jóhannsson had previously released albums on the Touch label and the independent label Room40.
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