161-454: Michael Alden Hadreas (born September 25, 1981), better known by his stage name Perfume Genius , is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. Hadreas's music explores topics including sexuality, his personal struggle with Crohn's disease , domestic abuse, and the dangers faced by gay men in contemporary society. Hadreas is of Greek descent and was born in Des Moines, Iowa, and moved to
322-566: A Channel 4 documentary along with Sir David Attenborough called When Björk Met Attenborough , as part of their Mad4Music season of programmes. Björk and Attenborough discussed the human relationship with music, focusing around Biophilia , and also featuring scientist Oliver Sacks . In 2014, the apps were the first ever to be inducted into the Museum of Modern Art 's permanent collection. In June, Björk recorded original vocal samples for Death Grips , which they used on all 8 songs of Niggas on
483-755: A jazz fusion group, Exodus, collaborated in another group, JAM80, and graduated from music school. In 1982, she and bassist Jakob Magnússon formed another group, Tappi Tíkarrass ("Cork the Bitch's Ass" in Icelandic ), and released the EP Bitið fast í vitið ("Bite Hard Into the Mind" in Icelandic), in August 1982. Their album Miranda was released in December 1983. The group was featured in
644-471: A Japanese study found that the fungal microbiota in Crohn's patients differs significantly from that of healthy individuals, particularly with an abundance of Candida . Diagnosis of Crohn's disease may be challenging since its symptoms overlap with other gastrointestinal diseases. An accurate diagnosis requires a combined assessment of clinical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Ileocolonoscopy
805-741: A Murderer . Hadreas's debut album, Learning , was released on June 21, 2010, through Turnstile Records in Europe and Matador Records in the United States. Many of the tracks for Learning were recorded in Hadreas's home. The album received critical acclaim, including an 8.2 out of 10 score from Pitchfork . He performed his first live show at The Vera Project in Seattle, where he opened for A Sunny Day in Glasgow . Hadreas brought on pianist Alan Wyffels to play for
966-591: A box set meant to celebrate the end of the album cycle which 14 wooden flutes that imitate various bird calls and a USB stick featuring the digital albums, music videos and remixes, alongside an unreleased instrumental track, "Arpegggio". On 6 September 2019, two remixes of "Features Creatures" were released as digital singles, one by Fever Ray and the other by the Knife . Both remixes, as well as Björk's own remix of Fever Ray's 2017 song, "This Country", were collected on Country Creatures . On 27 September 2019, Björk made
1127-508: A colonoscopy to check for inflammation, using the Rutgeerts scoring system to assess the likelihood of recurrence. About 50% may experience a return of symptoms within five years, and nearly 40% may need a second surgery within ten years, often due to inflammation near the anastomosis. While drug therapy aims to prevent recurrences, its effectiveness remains uncertain. Crohn's disease is a chronic condition requiring ongoing management, as there
1288-433: A combination of clinical history, physical examination, and various diagnostic tests. Key methods include ileocolonoscopy , which identifies the disease in about 90% of cases, and imaging techniques like CT and MRI enterography , which help assess the extent of the disease and its complications. Histological examination of biopsy samples is the most reliable method for confirming diagnosis. Management of Crohn's disease
1449-566: A cover of Joni Mitchell 's song "The Boho Dance" to the album A Tribute to Joni Mitchell (2007). Director and previous collaborator Michel Gondry asked Björk to star in his film The Science of Sleep , but she declined. The role was played by Charlotte Gainsbourg instead. Björk starred in Gunar Karlsson's 2007 animated film Anna and the Moods , along with Terry Jones and Damon Albarn . Björk's sixth full-length studio album, Volta ,
1610-613: A deficient innate immune response enable bacteria to enter intestinal tissue, causing an excessive inflammatory response from T helper 1 (Th1) and T helper 17 (Th17) cells. An altered microbiome may also be causatory and serve as the link to environmental factors. The epithelial barrier is a single layer of epithelial cells covered in antimicrobial mucus that protects the intestine from gut bacteria. Epithelial cells are joined by tight junction proteins , which are reduced by Crohn's-linked polymorphisms. In particular, claudin-5 and claudin-8 are reduced, while pore-forming claudin-2
1771-560: A featured artist on "Afi", a track from the Björgvin Gíslason 1983 record Örugglega . Due to the imminent cancelling of radio show Áfangar , two radio personalities, Ásmundur Jónsson and Guðni Rúnar, requested musicians to play on a last live radio show. Björk joined with Einar Melax (from the group Fan Houtens Kókó), Einar Örn Benediktsson (from Purrkur Pillnikk), Guðlaugur Kristinn Óttarsson and Sigtryggur Baldursson (from Þeyr), and Birgir Mogensen (from Spilafífl) to perform in
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#17328814214251932-542: A festival in Iceland was headlined by English anarchist punk band Crass , whose record label, Crass Records offered the band a record deal. The Eye was released in 1984, followed by a two-month tour in Europe, which also included a performance at Roskilde Festival in Denmark. This made Kukl the first Icelandic band to play at the festival. During this period Björk published a hand-coloured book of poems. Um Úrnat frá Björk
2093-454: A flute rendition of "The Anchor Song" from 1993's Debut before embarking on the brief Utopia tour , playing in several European music festivals during the summer. On 12 November 2018, Björk announced a new concert production centered around her Utopia album, entitled Cornucopia . Björk described the show as one "where the acoustic and digital will shake hands". Cornucopia opened in May 2019 at
2254-460: A frequent collaborator for Björk. Her first adult solo album, Debut , was released in June 1993 to positive reviews; it was named album of the year by NME and eventually went platinum in the United States. Debut was the leap Björk made from being in numerous bands during her teens and early twenties to her solo career. She named the album Debut to signify a start of something new. Debut had
2415-453: A mix of songs Björk had been writing since she was a teenager, as well as more recent lyrical collaborations with Hooper. The dance -oriented album varied in instrumentation. One single from the album, " Venus as a Boy ", featured a Bollywood -influenced string arrangement. Björk covered the jazz standard " Like Someone in Love " to the accompaniment of a harp, and the final track, "The Anchor Song",
2576-418: A musical genre. Although she often calls herself a pop artist, she is considered a "restlessly experimental creative force". According to The New Yorker ' s Taylor Ho Bynum , "no contemporary artist so gracefully bridges the divide [between music experimentalist and pop celebrity] as Björk". Her album Debut , which incorporated electronic, house , jazz, and trip hop, has been credited as one of
2737-579: A novel "tangible-interface" synthesizer from the Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona , which on Volta is played by Damian Taylor. The first single from the album, " Earth Intruders ", was released digitally on 9 April 2007 and became her second-ever Billboard Hot 100 entry in the United States. Volta debuted at number nine on the Billboard 200 albums chart, becoming her first top 10 album in
2898-556: A one-off show at the Sydney Opera House as part of the Sydney Festival . Her music was featured in the 2008 documentary Horizons: The Art of Steinunn Þórarinsdóttir directed by Frank Cantor. Announced via an eBay auction , a new Björk track was revealed under the title " Náttúra ". Björk commented the song was intended "to encourage active support for a more environmental approach to Iceland's natural resources." The song
3059-425: A range of disciplines and genres, and exploring a variety of multimedia projects. Her later, post-nineties, albums consist of Vespertine (2001), Medúlla (2004), Volta (2007), Biophilia (2011), Vulnicura (2015), Utopia (2017) and Fossora (2022). With sales of over 40 million records worldwide, Björk is one of the best-selling alternative artists of all time. Several of her albums have reached
3220-412: A re-release of Debut ), collaborated on two songs for Tricky's Nearly God project, appeared on the track "Lilith" for the album Not for Threes by Plaid , and co-wrote the song " Bedtime Story " for Madonna 's 1994 album Bedtime Stories . Björk also had an uncredited role as a runway model in the 1994 film Prêt-à-Porter . Post was Björk's second solo studio album. Released in June 1995,
3381-463: A seemingly naked Björk (actually wearing a close fitting bodysuit), this time with her nipples secreting a red thread that eventually enveloped her in a cocoon. The video was directed by Japanese artist Eiko Ishioka and was not aired by MTV. She was invited to record " Gollum's Song " for the film The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers but declined the invitation, as she was then pregnant;
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#17328814214253542-447: A significant role, with first-degree relatives facing a five-fold increased risk, particularly due to mutations in genes like NOD2 that affect immune response. The condition results from a dysregulated immune response to gut bacteria and increased intestinal permeability, alongside changes in the gut microbiome . Diagnosing Crohn's disease can be complex due to symptom overlap with other gastrointestinal disorders. It typically involves
3703-432: A solo career. She began working with producer Nellee Hooper (who had produced Massive Attack , among others). Their partnership produced Björk's first international solo hit, " Human Behaviour ", a dance track based on a guitar rhythm sampled from Antônio Carlos Jobim . In most countries, the song was not widely played on radio, but its music video gained strong airtime on MTV. It was directed by Michel Gondry , who became
3864-504: A successful tour. On October 30, 2014, Perfume Genius appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman , performing "Queen". In April 2015, Hadreas was featured on the cover and in the pages of Hello Mr. Hadreas collaborated with Sharon Van Etten to contribute a cover of the Grateful Dead 's "To Lay Me Down" to Day of the Dead , a charity tribute album curated and produced by members of
4025-443: A supposed full version of the album leaked online . In an effort to salvage potential losses in sales due to the leak and to allow fans to hear the album in superior quality, it was made available worldwide on 20 January 2015 on iTunes. Vulnicura is a portrayal of her breakup with former partner, Matthew Barney , with lyrics that are emotionally raw in comparison to the abstract concerns of her previous album. Its surprise release
4186-528: A surprise appearance during Mutant;Faith , Arca's performance-art piece at the Shed, to debut "Afterwards", a new collaboration which Björk performed in a combination of Spanish and gibberish. The song is included on Arca's fourth studio album KiCk i , which was released on June 26, 2020. Björk is currently set to embark on her eleventh concert tour, called Björk Orkestral , in which she will perform orchestral arrangements of songs from her career so far. As part of
4347-588: A tale of witchcraft based on the Brothers Grimm story, directed by Nietzchka Keene . Björk played the role of Margit, a girl whose mother has been killed for practising witchcraft. That summer, former band member Einar Örn and Eldon formed the arts collective Smekkleysa ("Bad Taste" in Icelandic), created with the intention of being both a record label and book publishing company. Various friends, namely Melax and Sigtryggur from Kukl, along with Bragi Ólafsson and Friðrik Erlingson from Purrkur Pillnikk, joined
4508-652: A tender and transcendental protest record of love and devotion." The Guardian commented that "No Shape sounds like a unique talent coming into full bloom." On May 9, 2017, Hadreas released the video for "Die 4 You", directed by Floria Sigismondi . That same month, it was announced that Perfume Genius would curate a part of the line-up for Le Guess Who? Festival in Utrecht in November, for which he invited among others Aldous Harding , Mount Eerie , Weyes Blood , and Bulgarian women's choir Le Mystère des Voix Bulgares . In 2019,
4669-832: A tribute to McQueen, with whom Björk collaborated on multiple occasions. Björk appeared on Átta Raddir , one of Jónas Sen's TV shows. The episode aired on 27 February 2011. The shows are produced by the Icelandic National Broadcasting Service. In the show Björk performed eight songs, including "Sun in My Mouth", which had not previously been performed live. Biophilia was released in 2011. The album project combined music with technological innovation and themes of science and nature, including an " app album", educational collaborations with children and specialised live performance, debuting in Manchester , United Kingdom at
4830-469: A week later. On 7 December 2015, Vulnicura was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album . On 15 July 2016, a standard "commercial" edition of Vulnicura Live was released, featuring the same performances but newly mixed and with different artwork. A luxury version of Vulnicura Live was released on 23 September. The performance of "Come to Me" from the album was also included in
4991-459: A week, but full effects can take up to six weeks. Loss of response can happen due to the development of antidrug antibodies , necessitating a switch in agents or drug classes. Anti-TNF agents are often combined with thiopurines or methotrexate to minimize antibody development. Side effects include injection-site reactions, a higher risk of infection, a slight increase in melanoma risk, and rare cases of cytopenias and liver toxicity . Vedolizumab
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5152-459: Is Full of Love" was also the first DVD single to ever be released in the US, which paved the way for other artists to include DVD video and other multimedia features with their singles. Björk began to write more personally, saying "I realised that I'd come to the end of the extrovert thing. I had to go home and search for myself again." In 1999, Björk was asked to write and produce the musical score for
5313-799: Is a chronic condition with no cure, often leading to a higher risk of related health issues and reduced life expectancy. The disease is most prevalent in North America and Western Europe , particularly among Ashkenazi Jews , with prevalence rates of 322 per 100,000 in Germany , 319 in Canada , and 300 in the United States . There is also a rising prevalence in newly industrialized countries, such as 18.6 per 100,000 in Hong Kong and 3.9 in Taiwan . The typical age of onset
5474-422: Is a scoring system to assess the symptoms associated with Crohn's disease. It assigns a score based on eight clinical factors, including overall well-being, frequency of loose stools, abdominal pain, presence of abdominal masses, changes in weight, low hemoglobin levels, and use of opiates for diarrhea. The CDAI is primarily used in clinical trials to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments and to determine whether
5635-499: Is a scoring system used during endoscopy to evaluate Crohn's disease severity. It assesses six factors: deep and shallow ulcers, nonulcerated and ulcerated stenosis, the area covered by ulcers, and the overall disease-affected area across five intestinal sections. Scores range from 0 to 44, with higher scores indicating more severe disease. While often seen as the standard for measuring severity, CDEIS can be complex to calculate and may underestimate severity if only one segment, particularly
5796-400: Is an Icelandic singer, songwriter, composer, record producer, and actress. Noted for her distinct voice, three- octave vocal range , and sometimes eccentric public persona, she has developed an eclectic musical style over a career spanning four decades, drawing on electronica , pop , dance , trip hop , jazz , and avant-garde music. Regarded as the " Queen of Experimental Pop ," Björk
5957-601: Is and whether there are any complications, like blockages or abnormal connections between organs. All three methods are quite accurate for diagnosing Crohn's disease and spotting these complications. The most reliable way to confirm a diagnosis of Crohn's disease is through a histological examination of biopsy samples or tissue removed during surgery. This process helps distinguish Crohn's disease from ulcerative colitis and other types of colitis, particularly infections. While no features are unique to Crohn's disease, typical signs include patchy chronic inflammation, irregularities in
6118-401: Is approved for treatment of moderate to severe Crohn's disease, with a large multi-centre randomized control trial demonstrating its effectiveness in induction and maintenance of disease. Many individuals with Crohn's disease may require a bowel resection to remove part of the intestine due to blockages, lesions, infections, or ineffective medications. Since surgery is not a cure, the goal
6279-792: Is assessed and Epstein-Barr virus is tested in patients under 25. Around 15% to 20% of patients stop thiopurines due to side effects, including low blood cell counts, liver problems, nausea, vomiting, allergic reactions, and acute pancreatitis. Thiopurines also raise the risk of certain cancers and serious conditions, necessitating regular lab monitoring. Methotrexate is used to induce and maintain remission in Crohn's disease, being slightly more effective than thiopurines and taking 8 to 16 weeks to work. About 17% of patients stop taking it due to side effects like nausea, vomiting, headaches, and fatigue. It can affect liver health and, rarely, lower blood cell counts, requiring regular blood tests. Methotrexate may also cause anemia and mouth sores, so daily folic acid
6440-408: Is attributed to a few key polymorphisms. Crohn's disease is believed to be caused by a dysregulated immune response to gut bacteria, though the exact mechanism is unknown. This is evidenced by the disease's links to genes involved in bacteria defense and its occurrence in the ileum and colon , the most bacteria-dense segments of the intestine. In Crohn's disease, a permeable intestinal barrier and
6601-437: Is between 20 and 30 years, with an increasing number of cases among children. Crohn's disease is characterized by recurring flares of intestinal inflammation, with diarrhea and abdominal pain as the primary symptoms. Symptoms may be non-specific and progress gradually, and many people have symptoms for years before diagnosis. Unlike ulcerative colitis , inflammation can occur anywhere in the gastrointestinal tract, most often in
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6762-421: Is currently no cure. Inflammation is typically controlled through medications such as steroids and immunosuppressants , and in severe cases, surgery may be necessary. The clinical course of the disease is classified into four patterns: Bj%C3%B6rk Björk Guðmundsdóttir OTF ( / b j ɜːr k / BYURK , Icelandic: [pjœr̥k ˈkvʏðmʏntsˌtouhtɪr̥] ; born 21 November 1965)
6923-543: Is delayed and autophagy is impaired, allowing bacteria to survive in intestinal tissue. Dysfunction in neutrophil secretion of reactive oxygen species , which are toxic to bacteria, is associated with very early onset Crohn's disease. Although neutrophils are important in bacterial defense, their subsequent accumulation in Crohn's disease damages the epithelial barrier and perpetuates inflammation. Innate lymphoid cells (ILCs) consist of subtypes including ILC1s, ILC2s, and ILC3s. ILC3s are particularly important for regenerating
7084-400: Is hypothesized that inflammatory signals from the immune system and alterations to the gut microbiome influence IELs to produce inflammatory signals, contributing to Crohn's disease. Normally, intestinal macrophages have reduced inflammatory behavior while retaining their ability to consume and destroy pathogens. In Crohn's disease, the number and activity of macrophages is reduced, enabling
7245-472: Is increased, causing intestinal permeability. Epithelial cells under stress emit inflammatory signals such as the unfolded protein response to stimulate the immune system, and Crohn's-linked polymorphisms to the ATG16L1 gene lower the threshold at which this response is triggered. In a functional state, the intestinal epithelium and IgA dimers work together to manage and keep the luminal microflora distinct from
7406-439: Is individualized, focusing on disease severity and location to achieve mucosal healing and improve long-term outcomes. Treatment may include corticosteroids for quick symptom relief, immunosuppressants for maintaining remission, and biologics like anti-TNF therapies , which are effective for both induction and maintenance. Surgery may be necessary for complications such as blockages. Despite ongoing treatment, Crohn's disease
7567-485: Is limited. However, patients who respond well can maintain remission for up to a year. Since it specifically targets the gut, it does not significantly increase the risk of serious side effects or infections, except for mild nasal infections . Ustekinumab , approved for moderate to severe Crohn's disease in October 2016, has been FDA-approved for psoriasis since 2009. It appears to be comparable to anti-TNF therapy in both
7728-579: Is one of the most influential pioneers in electronic and experimental music . Born and raised in Reykjavík , Björk began her music career at the age of 11 and gained international recognition as the lead singer of the alternative rock band The Sugarcubes by the age of 21. After the Sugarcubes disbanded in 1992, Björk gained prominence as a solo artist with her albums Debut (1993), Post (1995), and Homogenic (1997), collaborating with artists from
7889-451: Is particularly important, and IL-23 receptor polymorphisms that increase activity are linked with Crohn's disease. Tregs suppress inflammation via IL-10 , and mutations to IL-10 and its receptor cause very early onset Crohn's disease. People with Crohn's disease tend to have altered microbiomes, although no disease-specific microorganisms have been identified. An altered microbiome may link environmental factors with Crohn's, though causality
8050-543: Is recommended. Additionally, it may increase the risk of certain skin cancers and lymphoma . Methotrexate is discontinued during pregnancy due to the risks of miscarriage and birth defects . Anti-TNF therapy is the most effective treatment for inducing and maintaining remission, with FDA-approved agents including infliximab , adalimumab , and certolizumab pegol . It blocks the inflammatory protein TNF and induces cell death in activated T cells . Responses may occur within
8211-474: Is suspected and increases to 13% if already diagnosed. To reduce this risk, physicians typically perform small-bowel imaging and use a patency capsule that disintegrates within 48 to 72 hours. Once the patency capsule has passed through the intestine, capsule endoscopy may be performed. Device-assisted enteroscopy is not typically the first choice for diagnosing small-bowel Crohn's disease due to its invasiveness and higher costs. The procedure closely examines
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#17328814214258372-403: Is the first treatment designed specifically for the gut in moderate to severe Crohn's disease. It blocks the molecule α4β7 that helps white blood cells enter the gut, reducing inflammation. Unlike natalizumab , it does not carry a risk of the serious brain infection PML . While vedolizumab can induce remission, it works slowly, taking about 12 weeks to show effects, and its overall effectiveness
8533-593: Is the primary procedure for diagnosing Crohn's disease in the ileum and colon, accurately identifying it in about 90% of cases. During this exam, doctors closely examine the intestinal lining and take small tissue samples for further testing. Signs of Crohn's disease include uneven inflammation and 'skip lesions', which are patches of inflammation separated by healthy tissue. The ulcers can be small (less than 5 mm) or larger (over 5 mm), often appearing cobblestone-like. Their depth helps determine disease severity. Unlike ulcerative colitis , Crohn's disease usually does not affect
8694-447: Is the same version on display at MoMA earlier that year. On 2 October 2015, Vulnicura Strings was announced. The album serves as a purely acoustic companion to Vulnicura , and features additional string arrangements plus the viola organista , a unique string instrument played on a keyboard designed by Leonardo da Vinci . It was released on 6 November 2015 on CD and digital and 4 December 2015 on vinyl. A week later, Vulnicura Live
8855-539: Is to achieve mucosal healing, which restores the intestinal lining. Mucosal healing is linked to better outcomes, such as fewer flare-ups, reduced hospitalizations, steroid-free remission, and a longer interval without surgery. Steroids are often used to quickly induce remission and relieve symptoms in Crohn's disease, but they are ineffective for maintaining remission. Options include intravenous steroids, prednisone , and budesonide , with budesonide preferred for its safety, though it's limited to mild to moderate cases in
9016-448: Is to preserve as much of the small bowel as possible, and extensive resections can lead to short bowel syndrome . In cases with widespread strictures, only the most prominent stricture is typically resected, while minor strictures may be dilated through strictureplasty . After a resection, the healthy ends of the intestine are rejoined in a primary anastomosis . Approximately six to twelve months after surgery, patients usually undergo
9177-400: Is uncertain. Firmicutes tend to be reduced, particularly Faecalibacterium prausnitzii , which produces short-chain fatty acids that reduce inflammation. Bacteroidetes and proteobacteria tend to be increased, particularly adherent-invasive E. coli , which attaches to intestinal epithelial cells. Additionally, mucolytic and sulfate-reducing bacteria are elevated, contributing to damage to
9338-684: The 100 most influential people in the world . Rolling Stone named her the 64th-greatest singer and the 81st- greatest songwriter of all time in 2023. Björk starred in the 2000 Lars von Trier film Dancer in the Dark , for which she won the Best Actress Award at the 2000 Cannes Film Festival , and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song for " I've Seen It All ". Björk has also been an advocate for environmental causes in Iceland. A retrospective exhibition dedicated to Björk
9499-601: The Antony and the Johnsons album Swanlights . The song is titled "Flétta". On 20 September 2010, Björk performed her version of " Gloomy Sunday " at designer Alexander McQueen 's memorial in St. Paul's cathedral in London. On 7 December 2010, a previously unreleased song, called "Trance", was released by Björk as the backing track of a short film made by Nick Knight, titled "To Lee, with Love", as
9660-508: The Biophilia instruments (Tesla coil, MIDI controlled organ, the newly created Gameleste, and gravity harp) were on display in the lobby of the museum and played automatically throughout the day, the MoMA commissioned video installation, "Black Lake", directed by Andrew Thomas Huang , which consisted of 2 complementary edits of the "Black Lake" video screened in a small room with 49 speakers hidden in
9821-479: The Manchester International Festival on 30 June. This was the first part of the Biophilia tour , that toured the world for two years. In June 2011, the first single from Biophilia , " Crystalline ", was released. The song was composed using one of the several instruments custom built for the project, the "gameleste", a celesta modified with elements of gamelan . A central part of Biophilia
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#17328814214259982-776: The ileum and colon , and can involve all layers of the intestine. Disease location tends to be stable, with a third of patients having colonic disease, a third having ileocolic disease, and a third having ileal disease. The disease may also involve perianal, upper gastrointestinal, and extraintestinal organs. Crohn's disease often presents with systemic symptoms, including: Extraintestinal manifestations occur in 21–47% of cases, and include symptoms such as: Bowel damage due to inflammation occurs in half of cases within 10 years of diagnosis, and can lead to stricturing or penetrating disease forms. This can cause complications such as: Malnutrition occurs in 38.9% of people in remission and 82.8% of people with active disease due to malabsorption in
10143-633: The 18-month Volta tour , having performed at many festivals and returning to Latin America after nine years, playing in Rio de Janeiro , São Paulo , Curitiba , Guadalajara , Bogotá , Lima , Santiago de Chile , and Buenos Aires , as part of different events. She also returned to Australia and New Zealand for the first time in 12 years in January 2008, touring the nations with the Big Day Out Festival. She played
10304-468: The 1995 Hector Zazou collaborative album Chansons des mers froides , singing the traditional Icelandic song " Vísur Vatnsenda-Rósu ". Björk left London for Spain, where she recorded the album Homogenic , released in 1997. Björk worked with producers Mark Bell of LFO and Howie B , as well as Eumir Deodato ; numerous remixes followed. Homogenic is regarded as one of Björk's most experimental and extroverted works, with enormous beats that reflect
10465-415: The 500 greatest albums of all time . During this period, the press exalted Björk's eccentricity by creating a " pixie " persona around her, a descriptor she later confronted with her following albums. Although Björk continued to receive more mainstream attention for her videos than her singles, Post included several UK pop hits and was eventually certified platinum in the US. Björk also contributed to
10626-719: The April/May cover of Vogue Scandinavia , her first ever Vogue cover, photographed by Viðar Logi wearing Maison Margiela . In October, a newly discovered large butterfly species was named Pterourus bjorkae in honor of Björk. Over her three-decade solo career, Björk has developed an eclectic and avant-garde musical style that incorporates aspects of electronic , dance , alternative dance , trip hop , experimental , glitch , jazz , alternative rock , instrumental , and contemporary classical music . Her music has since been subject to critical analysis and scrutiny, as she consistently defies categorisation in
10787-567: The Brodsky Quartet recorded "Prayer of the Heart", a composition written for her by composer John Tavener in 2001, and it was played then for a slide show presentation in 2003 for the American photographer, Nan Goldin . In 2003, Björk released a box set, Live Box , consisting of four CDs containing live recordings of her previous albums and a DVD featuring a video of one track from each CD. Each of
10948-526: The CDAI nor the HBI incorporates diagnostic procedures such as endoscopies or imaging studies; instead, they focus exclusively on symptom tracking. The HBI is generally considered easier to apply than the CDAI and may be more suitable for certain clinical trials and routine practice due to its simplicity in calculation and reduced reliance on patient recall of symptoms. The Crohn's Disease Endoscopic Index of Severity (CDEIS)
11109-449: The Cinema room of the MoMA exhibit), "Stonemilker" (a 360-degree VR video) "Family", and "Mouth Mantra" were also produced for the album, as well as a three part remix series available digitally and on limited edition vinyls. No traditional singles were released for Vulnicura . In December, the "Stonemilker VR App" was released for iOS devices, featuring an exclusive strings mix of the song. It
11270-630: The Line ", was filmed in collaboration with the Icelandic artist Gabríela Friðriksdóttir in late 2004. This was initially a sequence from an art installation movie of the artists but was released exclusively on the Medúlla Videos DVD as an official promo for the track. In 2005, Björk collaborated with partner Matthew Barney on the experimental art film Drawing Restraint 9 , a dialogueless exploration of Japanese culture . Björk and Barney both appear in
11431-506: The Moon , the first part of their double LP, The Powers That B . In late 2014, a concert film, Björk: Biophilia Live , was released worldwide, including in more than 400 cinemas. Björk worked with producers Arca and the Haxan Cloak on her ninth studio album, titled Vulnicura . On 18 January 2015, just days after being publicly announced, and two months ahead of its scheduled release,
11592-522: The National and released by 4AD on May 20, 2016. All profits from the album supported the global fight against HIV/AIDS and related health issues through the Red Hot Organization. On September 16, 2016, Hadreas released a cover of Elvis Presley's " Can't Help Falling in Love " in collaboration with Prada . The song was featured in the ad campaign for Prada's La Femme and L'Homme fragrances. Hadreas
11753-537: The US, netting week-one sales of 43,000. The album also reached number three on the French albums chart with sales of 20,600 albums sold in its first week, and number seven in the UK Albums Chart with 20,456 units sold. The second single from the album, " Innocence ", was digitally released on 23 July 2007, with an accompanying music video chosen from a contest conducted through her official website. " Declare Independence "
11914-510: The album tour; the two would later date. Wyffels has continued to perform with Hadreas live and on recordings. Hadreas's second album, Put Your Back N 2 It , was released on February 20, 2012. Again, Hadreas received praise from music critics and fans alike. The promotional video for the album, featuring Hadreas and pornographic actor Arpad Miklos embracing each other, was deemed unsafe for family viewing by YouTube. On September 23, 2014, Hadreas released his third album, Too Bright , which
12075-510: The album was produced in conjunction with Nellee Hooper , Tricky , Graham Massey of 808 State , and electronica producer Howie B . Building on the success of Debut , Björk continued to pursue different sounds, taking particular interest in dance and techno . Production by Tricky and Howie B also provided trip hop/electronica-like sounds on tracks like " Possibly Maybe " and "Enjoy". It was these producers' influence along with older friend Graham Massey that inspired Björk to create material like
12236-480: The album's first video, "Hidden Place", which was subsequently released as a DVD single. The next video, for "Pagan Poetry", brought Björk to an even higher level of controversy with the channel. The video features graphic piercings, Björk's exposed nipples, and simulated fellatio . As a result, the clip was banned from MTV. In 2002, it was aired unedited as part of a late night special on MTV2 titled, "Most Controversial Music Videos". The video for "Cocoon" also featured
12397-428: The album, she collaborated with experimental musicians such as Matmos , Denmark-based DJ Thomas Knak , and harpist Zeena Parkins . Lyrical sources included the works of American poet E. E. Cummings , the American independent filmmaker Harmony Korine , and English playwright Sarah Kane 's penultimate play, Crave . To coincide with the album's release, an eponymous coffee table book of loose prose and photographs
12558-546: The area affected by ulcers, the overall extent of the disease, and any narrowing of the intestine (stenosis). The first three factors are scored from 0 to 3 in each of the five sections of the intestine, with a maximum score of 15 for each section. Stenosis is scored separately, ranging from 0 to 11. This results in a total SES-CD score that can range from 0 to 56, with higher scores indicating more severe disease. While no lab test can definitively confirm or rule out Crohn's disease, results from serum and stool tests can help support
12719-497: The box set 7-inches for Planned Parenthood in support of the women's health organization. Björk launched Björk Digital in June 2016, a virtual reality exhibit showcasing all the VR videos completed for Vulnicura thus far, including the world premiere of "Notget", directed by Warren du Preez and Nick Thornton Jones, at Carriageworks for Vivid Sydney 2016 in Sydney, Australia. She DJ'd
12880-477: The box set in repackaged format. The DualDiscs were also released separately. Björk's former band, the Sugarcubes, reunited for a one-night-only concert in Reykjavík on 17 November 2006. Profits from the concert were donated to the Sugarcubes' former label, Smekkleysa , who according to Björk's press statement, "continue to work on a non-profit basis for the future betterment of Icelandic music". Björk contributed
13041-475: The cast of The Northman , the third feature film by Robert Eggers , co-written with Sjón , alongside her daughter Ísadóra Bjarkardóttir Barney, in her debut film role. It was released on April 22, 2022, in the United States. In an interview with The Mercury News published on 19 January 2022, Björk mentioned that she was wrapping up work on her upcoming tenth studio album. She revealed in an interview with The Guardian , published on 19 August 2022, that
13202-468: The concert. The group developed a gothic rock sound. During this experience, Björk began to develop her vocalisation – punctuated by howls and shrieks. The project performed as Gott kvöld during the concert. When they later decided to keep playing together as a group, they used the name Kukl (" Sorcery " in Icelandic). Björk's acquaintance gave the group their studio to record in and released their first single in 1983. Their first big performance at
13363-491: The diagnosis: Crohn's disease has similar endoscopic, radiographic and histological features with other inflammatory or infectious diseases. 10% of people with Crohn's disease are initially diagnosed with indeterminate colitis. The Montreal classification system is a widely used framework for categorizing the phenotypes of Crohn's disease. It considers three primary factors: the age at diagnosis (divided into three groups: less than 16 years, 17 to 40 years, and over 40 years),
13524-422: The disease is in remission. This is particularly significant, as approximately 50% of patients who report feeling well may still exhibit signs of active disease in the intestine, while some patients with symptoms may present with normal intestinal findings. The Harvey–Bradshaw Index (HBI) provides a more streamlined approach by assessing only clinical factors, thus eliminating the need for laboratory tests. Neither
13685-445: The disease. Proposed mechanisms for smoking's effects include impaired autophagy , direct toxicity to immune cells, and changes in the microbiome . Diet may influence the development of Crohn's disease by affecting the gut microbiome. The shift from high-fiber, low-fat foods to processed foods reduces microbiota diversity, increasing the risk of Crohn's disease. Conversely, high-fiber diets may reduce risk by up to 40%, likely due to
13846-465: The documentary Rokk í Reykjavík , with Björk being featured on the cover of the VHS release. Around this time, Björk met guitarist Þór Eldon and surrealist group Medusa, which also included poet Sjón , with whom she started a lifelong collaboration and formed a group, Rokka Rokka Drum. She described her time as part of Medusa as "a gorgeous D.I.Y. organic university: extreme fertility!" Björk appeared as
14007-502: The ensemble Alarm Will Sound , Arca on electronics (on festival dates the Haxan Cloak took over) and percussionist Manu Delago . After completing its New York residency, the tour travelled to Europe before ending in August 2015. New York's MoMA hosted a retrospective exhibition from 8 March – 7 June 2015 that chronicled Björk's career from Debut to Biophilia ; however, aspects of Vulnicura were included as well but not previously announced. The retrospective consisted of 4 parts:
14168-564: The entrance of pathogens into intestinal tissue. Macrophages degrade internal pathogens through autophagy, which is impaired by Crohn's-linked polymorphisms in genes such as NOD2 and ATG16L1. Additionally, people with Crohn's tend to have a separate abnormal population of macrophages that secrete proinflammatory cytokines such as TNF and IL-6 . Neutrophils are recruited from the bloodstream in response to inflammatory signals, and defend tissue by secreting antimicrobial substances and consuming pathogens. In Crohn's disease, neutrophil recruitment
14329-921: The epithelial barrier through secretion of IL-17 by NCR- ILC3s and IL-22 by NCR+ ILC3s. During Crohn's disease, inflammatory signals from antigen-presenting cells, such as IL-23, cause excessive IL-17 and IL-22 secretion. Although these cytokines protect the intestinal barrier, excessive production damages the barrier through increased inflammation and neutrophil recruitment. Additionally, IL-12 from activated dendritic cells influence NCR+ ILC3s to transform into inflammatory IFNγ -producing ILC1s. Naive T cells are activated primarily by dendritic cells, which then differentiate into anti-inflammatory T regulatory cells (Tregs) or inflammatory T helper cells to maintain balance. In Crohn's disease, macrophages and antigen-presenting cells secrete IL-12, IL-18 , and IL-23 in response to pathogens, increasing Th1 and T17 differentiation and promoting inflammation via IL-17 , IFNγ and TNF. IL-23
14490-434: The film Dancer in the Dark , a musical drama about an immigrant named Selma who is struggling to pay for an operation to prevent her son from going blind. Director Lars von Trier eventually asked her to consider playing the role of Selma, convincing her that the only true way to capture the character of Selma was to have the composer of the music play the character. Eventually, she accepted. Filming began in early 1999, and
14651-455: The film debuted in 2000 at the 53rd Cannes Film Festival . The film received the Palme d'Or , and Björk received the Best Actress Award for her role. It was reported that the shoot was so physically and emotionally tiring that she vowed never to act again. Björk later stated that she always wanted to do one musical in her life, and Dancer in the Dark was the one. The soundtrack Björk created for
14812-497: The film was released with the title Selmasongs . The album features a duet with Thom Yorke of Radiohead titled " I've Seen It All ", which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song and was performed at the 2001 Oscars (without Yorke), while Björk was wearing her celebrated swan dress . In 2001, Björk released the album Vespertine . It featured chamber orchestras, choirs, hushed vocals, microbeats made from household sounds, and personal, vulnerable themes. For
14973-550: The film, playing two occidental guests on a Japanese factory whaling vessel who ultimately transform into two whales. She is also responsible for the film's soundtrack, her second after Selmasongs . Björk also appeared in the 2005 documentary Screaming Masterpiece , which delves into the Icelandic music scene. The movie features archive footage of the Sugarcubes and Tappi Tíkarrass and an ongoing conversation with Björk herself. During this era, Björk earned another BRIT Awards nomination for Best International Female Solo Artist. She
15134-441: The first albums to introduce electronic music into mainstream pop. Her work has been described as "frequently explor[ing] the relationship between nature and technology". Broadly summarising her wide-ranging integration of art and popular music, Joshua Ostroff suggested that "there is no better descriptor for what Björk does than artpop ". The NME also called her output a "consistently progressive pop agenda." Björk's work
15295-497: The former and latter also receiving limited edition remix EPs. Utopia was nominated for Best Alternative Music Album at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards , making Björk's fifteenth nomination at the Grammys. On 22 May 2018, Björk appeared as the headlining musical guest on Later... with Jools Holland , her first time on the BBC series since 2011. She sang a set of four songs, including
15456-425: The four CDs was later released separately at a reduced price. In August 2004, Björk released Medúlla . During production, Björk decided the album would work best as an entirely vocal-based album. This initial plan was modified, as the majority of the sounds on the album are indeed created by vocalists but several feature prominent basic electronic programming, as well as the occasional musical instrument. Björk used
15617-461: The gastrointestinal tract, though it most frequently affects the ileum and colon , involving all layers of the intestinal wall. Symptoms may be non-specific and progress gradually, often delaying diagnosis. About one-third of patients have colonic disease, another third have ileocolic disease, and the remaining third have isolated ileal disease. Systemic symptoms such as chronic fatigue , weight loss , and low-grade fevers are common. Organs such as
15778-426: The group and a band coalesced in the collective solely to make money. They were initially called Þukl, but they were advertised as Kukl (the name of the previous band). At a later concert supporting Icelandic band Stuðmenn, they referred to themselves as Sykurmolarnir ("Sugarcubes" in Icelandic). Their first double A-side single, "Einn mol'á mann", which contained the songs " Ammæli " ("Birthday") and "Köttur" ("Cat"),
15939-633: The ileum and right colon. Patients on systemic steroids should switch to other medications for long-term remission, as prolonged use can cause adrenal issues, weight gain , cataracts , hypertension , and diabetes . Additionally, systemic steroids may increase the risk of serious infections and mortality in moderate to severe Crohn's disease. Thiopurines , like azathioprine and 6-mercaptopurine , maintain remission in Crohn's disease but do not induce it initially. Since thiopurines take 6 to 12 weeks to work, steroids are often used to manage symptoms during this time. Before starting thiopurines, liver metabolism
16100-465: The ileum, is affected. There are also no clear score cutoffs for specific outcomes or treatment responses, limiting its effectiveness in determining remission. The Simple Endoscopic Score for Crohn's Disease (SES-CD) offers a more straightforward approach than the CDEIS scoring system, using four key factors to evaluate Crohn's disease during an endoscopy. These factors include the presence and size of ulcers,
16261-430: The immune system in early life. Other medications, like oral contraceptives , aspirin , and NSAIDs , may also increase risk by up to two-fold. Conversely, breastfeeding and statin use may reduce risk, though breastfeeding's effects are inconsistent. Early life factors such as mode of delivery, pet exposure, and infections—related to the hygiene hypothesis —also significantly influence risk, likely due to influences on
16422-437: The induction and maintenance of remission, functioning by blocking the inflammatory molecules IL-12 and IL-23 . The onset of action is similar to that of anti-TNF treatments, with responses typically observed within six weeks. Notably, Ustekinumab does not seem to increase the risk of serious infections, although the studies conducted in Crohn's disease have been relatively short-term. The JAK inhibitor such as upadacitinib
16583-418: The intestinal barrier. Alterations in gut viral and fungal communities may contribute to Crohn's disease. Caudovirales bacteriophage sequences found in children with Crohn's suggest a potential biomarker for early-onset disease. A meta-analysis showed lower viral diversity in Crohn's patients compared to healthy individuals, with increased Synechococcus phage S CBS1 and Retroviridae viruses. Additionally,
16744-436: The intestinal lining, granulomas (not related to tissue injury), and abnormal villi structure in the terminal ileum. A pathologist specializing in inflammatory bowel disease is important for accurate Crohn's disease diagnoses. Even if biopsy results are unclear, doctors can still suggest a Crohn's disease diagnosis based on clinical symptoms, endoscopic findings, and imaging results. The Crohn's Disease Activity Index (CDAI)
16905-430: The landscape of Iceland, most notably in the song " Jóga ", which fuses lush strings with rocky electronic crunches. The album was certified gold in the US in 2001. The album was backed by string of music videos , several of which received airplay on MTV . The video for " Bachelorette " was directed by frequent collaborator Michel Gondry , while " All Is Full of Love " was directed by Chris Cunningham . The single "All
17066-600: The last quarter of 1988, the Sugarcubes toured North America to positive reception. On 15 October, the band appeared on Saturday Night Live . Björk alone contributed a rendition of the Christmas song "Jólakötturinn" ("The Christmas Cat") on the compilation Hvít Er Borg Og Bær . The band went on hiatus following the lack of reception of Here Today, Tomorrow Next Week! (1989) and a lengthy international tour. During this time, Björk started working on her solo projects. In 1990 she provided background vocals on Gums by Bless. In
17227-593: The location of the disease (which can be ileal, colonic, ileocolonic, or isolated upper), and the behavior of the disease (including non-stricturing/non-penetrating, stricturing, penetrating, and perianal types). The management of Crohn's disease is customized based on the severity, location, and behavior of the disease. Providers also assess the risk of aggressive disease to determine the need for more intensive treatment. Risk factors include diagnosis before age 30, extensive disease involvement, perianal complications, deep ulcers, and history of surgery. A key goal of treatment
17388-488: The making of one last album, Stick Around for Joy (1992), with a subsequent promotional tour, which she agreed to do. Björk was featured on two tracks of the soundtrack for the 1992 film Remote Control (known as Sódóma Reykjavík in Iceland). The Sugarcubes split up after they played one last show in Reykjavík. Rolling Stone called them "the biggest rock band to emerge from Iceland". Björk moved to London to pursue
17549-485: The mechanism by which Paneth cells secrete α-defensins, and mutations to these genes also impair the antimicrobial activity of Paneth cells. Intraepithelial lymphocytes (IELs) are immune cells that exist in the epithelial barrier, consisting mostly of activated T cells . They interact with gut bacteria directly and emit signals to regulate the intestinal immune system. IELs in Crohn's disease produce increased levels of inflammatory cytokines IL-17 , IFNγ , and TNF . It
17710-615: The microbiome. Genetics significantly influences the risk of Crohn's disease. First-degree relatives of affected individuals have a five-fold increased risk, while identical twins have a 38–50% risk if one twin is affected. Genome-wide association studies have identified around 200 loci linked to Crohn's, most found in non-coding regions that regulate gene expression and overlap with other immune-related conditions, such as ankylosing spondylitis and psoriasis . While genetics can predict disease location, it does not determine complications like stricturing. A substantial portion of inherited risk
17871-511: The mucosal immune system . Paneth cells exist in the epithelial barrier of the small intestine and secrete α-defensins to prevent bacteria from entering gut tissue. Genetic polymorphisms associated with Crohn's disease can impair this ability and lead to Crohn's disease in the ileum. NOD2 is a receptor produced by Paneth cells to sense bacteria, and mutations to NOD2 can inhibit the antimicrobial activity of Paneth cells. ATG16L1, IRGM , and LRRK2 are proteins involved in selective autophagy ,
18032-481: The new album is called Fossora , a Latin word for "digging". Fossora was released on 30 September 2022. It was supported by four singles: " Atopos " on 6 September 2022, " Ovule " on 14 September, " Ancestress " on 22 September and the album's title track on 27 September. Also in September 2022 Björk ventured into podcasting, hosting Björk: Sonic Symbolism which, according to a press release, features her "discussing
18193-538: The newly built The Shed in New York and was described as Björk's "most elaborate staged concert to date." The residency show then traveled to Mexico and Europe for further dates in 2019. Following the performances, Björk released music videos for "Tabula Rasa" and "Losss", both directed by Tobias Gremmler and used as backdrop during the shows. On 16 August 2019, Björk announced the Utopia Bird Call Boxset ,
18354-472: The opening night party and did the same when the show traveled to Tokyo, Japan on 29 June, showing at Miraikan. During the Miraikan residency, Björk made history by featuring in the world's first ever virtual reality live stream broadcast on YouTube. She gave a live performance of Vulnicura's final song "Quicksand", and the footage was incorporated into the "Quicksand" VR experience. Björk Digital has travelled
18515-422: The production of anti-inflammatory short-chain fatty acids from fiber metabolism by gut bacteria. The Mediterranean diet is also linked to a lower risk of later-onset Crohn's disease. Since diet's effect on the microbiome is temporary, its role in gut dysbiosis is controversial. Childhood antibiotic exposure is linked to a higher risk of Crohn's disease due to changes in the intestinal microbiome, which shapes
18676-583: The public. The songs on the album were chosen by Björk's fans through a poll on her website. A DVD edition of the CD was also released. It contained all of Björk's solo music videos up to that point. The new single from the set, "It's in Our Hands" charted in the UK at number 37. The video, directed by Spike Jonze , features a heavily pregnant Björk. She gave birth to daughter Isadora Bjarkardottir Barney on 3 October 2002. Björk and
18837-431: The rectum or cause continuous inflammation around the bowel. In certain cases, such as disease in the upper small bowel, standard colonoscopy may be ineffective. Physicians may then opt for device-assisted enteroscopy or capsule endoscopy . While capsule endoscopy is effective in detecting abnormalities, it may not reliably diagnose Crohn's disease and carries a risk of retention, which is about 1.6% when Crohn's disease
18998-403: The same year, she recorded Gling-Gló , a collection of popular jazz and original work, with the jazz group Tríó Guðmundar Ingólfssonar , which as of 2011 was still her best-selling album in her home country. Björk also contributed vocals to 808 State 's album ex:el , with whom she cultivated her interest in house music . She contributed vocals on the songs "Qmart" and on "Ooops", which
19159-622: The skin and joints can also be affected. Complications can include bowel obstructions , fistulas , nutrition problems, and an increased risk of intestinal cancers . Crohn's disease is influenced by genetic, environmental, and immunological factors. Smoking is a major modifiable risk factor, especially in Western countries, where it doubles the likelihood of developing the disease. Dietary shifts from high-fiber to processed foods may reduce microbiota diversity and increase risk, while high-fiber diets can offer some protection. Genetic predisposition plays
19320-466: The small intestine using specialized tools, such as longer endoscopes or balloon-assisted devices, making it easier for doctors to visualize and treat issues. It often requires sedation and is generally reserved for patients needing a tissue sample or immediate treatment. Cross-sectional imaging techniques, like bowel ultrasonography (BUS), CT enterography (CTE), and MRI enterography (MRE), are essential for understanding how extensive Crohn's disease
19481-642: The small intestine, reduced appetite, and drug interactions. This can cause complications such as: Intestinal cancers may develop as a result of prolonged or severe inflammation. This includes: Smoking is a major modifiable risk factor for Crohn's disease, particularly in Western countries, where it doubles the risk. This risk is higher in females and varies with age. Smoking is also linked to earlier disease onset, increased need for immunosuppression, more surgeries, and higher recurrence rates. Ethnic differences have been noted, with studies in Japan linking passive smoking to
19642-572: The song " Oceania " at the Opening Ceremony of the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens . As she sang, her dress slowly unfurled to reveal a 10,000 square foot (900 m ) map of the world, which she let flow over all of the Olympic athletes. The song "Oceania" was written especially for the occasion and features the talents of Shlomo , a Leeds -based beatboxer , and a London choir. An alternative version of
19803-470: The song began circulating on the Internet with additional vocals by Kelis . It originally appeared on the promotional "Oceania" single released to radio stations and later became available to the public as a B-side of the " Who Is It " single, which charted at number 26 in the UK. This was followed in early 2005 by " Triumph of a Heart ", charting at number 31. A video for the potential next single, " Where Is
19964-401: The song is intended to support the inhabitants of Seyðisfjörður in the campaign against Norwegian-owned fish farming operations that threaten to degrade local ecosystems. The proceeds from this song will be donated to Aegis, an environmental organization Björk founded with other Icelandic activists to stop the intensive fish farming that is destroying the fjords. In 2024, Björk appeared on
20125-466: The song was instead recorded by another Icelander, Emilíana Torrini . In 2002 the CD box set Family Tree was issued. It comprised selected rarities as well as previously unreleased versions of her compositions, including her work with the Brodsky Quartet . Also released alongside Family Tree was the album Greatest Hits , a retrospective of the previous 10 years of her solo career as deemed by
20286-460: The storming industrial beats of " Army of Me ". The album was ranked number 7 in Spin 's "Top 90 Albums of the '90s" list and number 75 in its "100 Greatest Albums, 1985–2005" list. Post and Homogenic were placed back to back on Pitchfork Media 's "Top Albums of the '90s" list at numbers 21 and 20, respectively. In 2003, the album was ranked number 373 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of
20447-468: The suburbs of Seattle, Washington , at age 6 or 7. He studied painting in school and took piano lessons as a child. His mother was a special education teacher and is now an assistant principal at a middle school. His parents divorced when he was a teenager. Hadreas was the only openly gay student at his school, and he received death threats that were ignored by the school administration. He dropped out of high school during his senior year. Two years later, he
20608-423: The textures, timbres and emotional landscapes of each of her albums" with friends writer Oddný Eir and musicologist Ásmundur Jónsson; the first three episodes of the podcast, covering Debut , Post and Homogenic , premiered on 1 September. Björk released the single " Oral ", featuring Rosalía with production from Sega Bodega , on 21 November 2023. A reworked demo written between Homogenic and Vespertine ,
20769-527: The third disc contains "The Volta Videos" and the video competition, while the fourth is The Volta Mixes CD. In May 2010, the Royal Swedish Academy of Music announced that Björk was to receive the Polar Music Prize alongside Ennio Morricone . A month later, Björk, along with Dirty Projectors , announced that they would be collaborating on a joint EP, titled Mount Wittenberg Orca , which
20930-634: The top 20 on the US Billboard 200 chart. Thirty-one of her singles have reached the top 40 on pop charts around the world, with 22 top 40 hits in the UK, including the top-10 singles " It's Oh So Quiet ", " Army of Me ", and " Hyperballad " and the top-20 singles " Play Dead ", " Big Time Sensuality ", and " Violently Happy ". Her accolades and awards include the Order of the Falcon , five BRIT Awards , and 16 Grammy nominations. In 2015, Time named her one of
21091-581: The tour, Björk was scheduled to perform at the Bluedot Festival in July 2020; however, the event was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and she is now scheduled to headline in 2022. Following the rescheduling, Björk announced a series of concerts to be live streamed online for charity, with each concert featuring a different set of musicians and instruments and a unique set list. In August 2020, Björk joined
21252-545: The track Otherside was used in the trailer for the film The Goldfinch , adapted from the Donna Tartt novel of the same name. On February 25, 2020, Hadreas released the single, "Describe". On March 16, he released another single, "On the Floor". Both songs were included on his album, Set My Heart on Fire Immediately , released on May 15, 2020. On June 17, 2022, Hadreas released his sixth studio album, Ugly Season . The album
21413-420: The vocal skills of throat singer Tanya Tagaq , hip hop beatboxer Rahzel , Japanese beatboxer Dokaka , avant-rocker Mike Patton , Soft Machine drummer/singer Robert Wyatt , and several choirs . She again appropriated text from E. E. Cummings for the song "Sonnets/Unrealities XI". At the time, Medúlla became her highest-charting album in the US, debuting at number 14. In August 2004, Björk performed
21574-514: The walls and ceiling, a Cinema room showcasing most of Björk's music videos, newly transferred in high definition, and the Songlines walking exhibit which showcased Björk's notebooks, costumes and props from throughout her career. A book entitled Björk: Archives , documenting the content of the exhibition, was published in March. In addition to the "Black Lake" video, videos for "Lionsong" (which played in
21735-406: The world with stops in London, Montreal, Houston, Los Angeles and Barcelona. On 2 August 2017, Björk announced with a handwritten note on her social media the imminent release of a new album. The announcement coincided with an interview for Dazed ' s autumn 2017 cover issue in which Björk talked about the new album. The lead single, " The Gate " was released on 15 September 2017. Its video
21896-646: Was "hell" – it was like divorce!", stating, "So we [were] doing paradise [...] We have done hell, we have earned some points." She produced the album with Arca , whom she collaborated with on Vulnicura . Björk has described her collaborative journey with Arca as "the strongest musical relationship [she's] had", likening it to that of Joni Mitchell and Jaco Pastorius during the albums Hejira and Don Juan's Reckless Daughter ("It's that synergy when two people lose their ego"), which have both been praised by Björk. Three additional music videos were released in 2017: " Blissing Me ", "Utopia" and " Arisen My Senses " with
22057-426: Was Björk's Biophilia education programme, which consisted of workshops for school-children aged 10–12, that explore the intersection of music and science. The Reykjavík City Board of Education brought the programme to all schools in the city over the next three years. She released the 2012 remix album Bastards . It featured remixes by Death Grips and Syrian musician Omar Souleyman . In 2013, Björk featured in
22218-481: Was Iceland's only radio station. The recording was broadcast nationally and, after hearing it, a representative of the Fálkinn record label offered Björk a recording contract. Her debut, Björk , was recorded when she was 11 years old and was released in Iceland in December 1977. During her teens, after the diffusion of punk rock music in Iceland, Björk formed the all-girl punk band Spit and Snot. In 1980, she formed
22379-405: Was a series of interactive iPad apps made by programmers and designers, one app for each of the 10 songs on the new album. The second single, " Cosmogony ", which served as the "mother app" for all the others, was released on 19 July 2011, followed by " Virus " and " Moon ". Biophilia was the first album to be released, in October 2011, as a series of interactive apps. Also in part of the project
22540-648: Was also awarded the Inspiration Award at the Annual Q Magazine Awards in October 2005, accepting the prize from Robert Wyatt, with whom she collaborated on Medúlla . In 2006, Björk remastered her first three solo studio albums ( Debut , Post , Homogenic ) and her two soundtrack albums ( Selmasongs and Drawing Restraint 9 ) in 5.1 surround sound for a re-issue in a new box-set titled Surrounded , released on 27 June. Vespertine and Medúlla were already available in 5.1 as either DVD-A or SACD but are also included in
22701-422: Was announced on double CD / double LP sets sold exclusively through Rough Trade record shops. The set sold out online five days after being announced but limited quantities were made available in store in London and Brooklyn. Each format is limited to 1000 copies each, making it one of the rarest physical releases of Björk's recent career. The CD was released on 13 November 2015 with the picture disc vinyls released
22862-632: Was announced, with a release date in North America of 20 April 2009 (later delayed to mid-June). The release consists of various live recordings of performances in Paris and Reykjavík. The live set was also recorded at the Olympic Studio in London. The first disc is audio of songs from the Volta tour performed live at Olympic Studios; the second disc contains video of the Volta tour live in Paris and live in Reykjavík;
23023-526: Was attacked by several young men in his neighborhood. He moved to Williamsburg, Brooklyn , and worked as a doorman for a club in the East Village . In 2005, Hadreas returned home to Seattle and began recording music. In 2008, Hadreas set up a MySpace page under the name Perfume Genius, beginning his music career. The moniker comes from the genius perfume-maker in Tom Tykwer 's 2006 movie Perfume: The Story of
23184-473: Was born. She and her mother moved into a commune . Her stepfather is Sævar Árnason, a former guitarist in the band Pops. At six, Björk enrolled at Reykjavík school Barnamúsíkskóli, where she studied classical piano and flute . After a school recital in which Björk sang Tina Charles 's 1976 hit " I Love to Love ", her teachers sent a recording of her singing the song to the RÚV radio station , which at that time
23345-406: Was co-produced by Adrian Utley of Portishead and Ali Chant. The album was a transformative leap for Hadreas and marked a new trajectory in his career. The album received rave reviews from an array of publications. Pitchfork gave the album an 8.5 and commented that "these songs feel less like songs and more like treasures, ones that fill you with power and wisdom." Hadreas supported the album with
23506-500: Was designated "Best New Track" by Pitchfork . On April 19, Hadreas released another single from the album called "Go Ahead" during a live Twitter Q&A with fans. No Shape was released via Matador on May 5, 2017. It was produced by Blake Mills ( Fiona Apple , John Legend , Alabama Shakes ) and mixed by Grammy Award-winning engineer Shawn Everett . The album was praised by critics. Pitchfork awarded it an 8.8 and named it "Best New Album", deeming it "his most realized album yet,
23667-453: Was directed by the visual artist Andrew Thomas Huang . The same day of the single's release, Björk announced the album title, Utopia , during an interview with Nowness . Utopia was released on 24 November 2017. She described it as her " Tinder album" and stated that "it's about that search (for utopia) – and about being in love. Spending time with a person you enjoy is when the dream becomes real." Björk added that her previous album
23828-470: Was distributed in 1984. Kukl's second album, Holidays in Europe (The Naughty Nought) , came out in 1986. The band split up due to personal conflict, with Björk keeping a collaboration with Guðlaugur, which was named the Elgar Sisters . Some of the songs they recorded ended up as B-sides to Björk solo singles. Björk had her first acting role on The Juniper Tree (filmed in 1986, released in 1990),
23989-535: Was featured on the cover of the March/April 2017 issue of The Fader , which included a lengthy feature on Hadreas and his work on his next album. In the weeks following the article, Hadreas posted a number of video and audio clips teasing new music. On March 21, 2017, Hadreas announced his fourth studio album No Shape and released the first single "Slip Away", which was accompanied by a music video directed by frequent Björk collaborator Andrew Thomas Huang. The single
24150-435: Was held at New York's Museum of Modern Art in 2015. Björk Guðmundsdóttir was born on 21 November 1965 in Reykjavík . She was raised by her mother, Hildur Rúna Hauksdóttir (7 October 1946 – 25 October 2018 ), an activist who protested against the development of Iceland's Kárahnjúkar Hydropower Plant , having divorced from Björk's father, Guðmundur Gunnarsson , an electrician and union leader, after Björk
24311-414: Was initially labelled as a new single by Björk, with backing vocals from Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke . Björk's official website later stated that the single would be released on 27 October 2008 through iTunes , but the track was eventually made available at nattura.grapewire.net, exclusively. In a statement released by bjork.com, a limited edition box set titled Voltaïc from One Little Indian Records
24472-558: Was originally composed as a musical accompaniment for choreographer Kate Wallich's contemporary dance piece The Sun Still Burns Here. Hadreas's musical style has been described as art pop , indie rock , baroque pop , indie pop , chamber pop , folk , pop, and glam rock . Crohn%27s disease Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease characterized by recurrent episodes of intestinal inflammation, primarily manifesting as diarrhea and abdominal pain . Unlike ulcerative colitis , inflammation can occur anywhere in
24633-423: Was positively compared to recent album releases from Madonna and Beyoncé , the former of whom also released her album to iTunes after being leaked, and the latter of whom wanted to revolutionize how albums were released and consumed. Björk began her world tour in March 2015 at Carnegie Hall performing " Black Lake " and other tracks from Vulnicura as well as several from her back catalog with accompaniment from
24794-572: Was published. Björk embarked on the Vespertine world tour . The shows were held in theatres and opera houses in order to have "the best acoustics possible." She was accompanied by Matmos, Parkins and an Inuit choir, whom she had held auditions for on a trip to Greenland prior to the tour. At the time, Vespertine was Björk's fastest selling album to date, having sold two million copies by the end of 2001. Vespertine spawned three singles: " Hidden Place ", " Pagan Poetry ", and " Cocoon ". MTV2 played
24955-417: Was released as a single in the UK in 1991. She also contributed vocals to the song "Falling", on the album Island by Current 93 and Hilmar Örn Hilmarsson . In the same year she met harpist Corky Hale , with whom she had a recording session that ended up as a track on her future album Debut . At this point, Björk had decided to leave the band to pursue her solo career, but their contract included
25116-459: Was released in 1988. After the release of the album, Eldon and Björk divorced soon after the birth of their child despite being in the same group. The album went on to sell more than one million copies worldwide. Björk contributed as a background vocalist on 1987 album Loftmynd by Megas , for whom she provided background vocals also on his subsequent album Höfuðlausnir (1988) and Hættuleg hljómsveit & glæpakvendið Stella (1990). In
25277-435: Was released on 1 January 2008 in a super deluxe package including two 12" vinyls, a CD, and a DVD featuring Gondry's "Declare Independence" video. " Wanderlust " was subsequently released in a similar format, featuring Encyclopedia Pictura's short film directed for the track, shot in stereoscopic 3D . The fifth single released from the album was " The Dull Flame of Desire ", featuring vocals by Anohni . Björk then completed
25438-507: Was released on 1 May 2007. It features 10 tracks. The album features input from hip hop producer Timbaland , singer Anohni , poet Sjón , electronic beat programmer Mark Bell , kora master Toumani Diabaté , Congolese thumb piano band Konono No 1 , pipa player Min Xiaofen , and, on several songs, an all-female ensemble from Iceland performing brass compositions. It also uses the Reactable ,
25599-505: Was released on 21 November 1986, Björk's 21st birthday. At the end of that year, the Sugarcubes signed with One Little Indian . Their first English single, "Birthday", was released in the United Kingdom on 17 August 1987; a week later, it was declared single of the week by Melody Maker . The Sugarcubes also signed a distribution deal with Elektra Records in the United States and recorded their first album, Life's Too Good , which
25760-459: Was released on 30 June, to raise money for marine conservation. In September 2010, Björk released " The Comet Song " as part of the soundtrack for the movie Moomins and the Comet Chase . Also in 2010, she dueted with fellow Icelander (and One Little Indian labelmate) Ólöf Arnalds on a track called "Surrender" from Arnalds's new album, Innundir skinni , and performed a duet with Anohni on
25921-412: Was sung with only a saxophone ensemble for accompaniment. At the 1994 Brit Awards , Björk won the awards for Best International Female and Best International Newcomer . The success of Debut enabled her to collaborate with British and other artists on one-off tracks. She worked with David Arnold on " Play Dead ", the theme to the 1993 film The Young Americans (which appeared as a bonus track on
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