Björk
Icelandic singer-songwriter and musician
A prominent figure in music, an Icelandic singer-songwriter combined elements of electronic, pop, and avant-garde. Debut as a vocalist occurred in the band Sugarcubes, which gained international attention in the late 1980s. Solo career began in the 1990s, featuring a series of critically acclaimed albums, including 'Debut,' 'Post,' and 'Homogenic.' Work includes contributions to film soundtracks, notable for ‘Being John Malkovich’ and the work in ‘Dancer in the Dark’ which earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song. Björk's innovative approach to music and distinct vocal style has influenced numerous artists.
Released acclaimed albums like 'Debut' and 'Homogenic'
Sang in the Oscar-nominated song 'I've Seen It All'
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