Takk...
by Sigur Rós
  • Record Label: Geffen
  • Release Date: Sep 13, 2005
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 208 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 184 out of 208
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 208
  3. Negative: 10 out of 208

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  1. BatAgaetisByrjun
    Sep 13, 2005
    10
    As beautiful as Agaetis Byriun
  2. marc
    Oct 7, 2005
    10
    A beautifully moving album, it soundscape music with heart and emotion. Like () was after Agaetis byrjun another change in direction although still Sigur Ros this albums song certainly have more structure than () but that is no bad thing. Everytime i listen too the CD i have a new favourite and its more upbeat nature makes an excellent listen in the car. Sublime,peacefull, melancholic, A beautifully moving album, it soundscape music with heart and emotion. Like () was after Agaetis byrjun another change in direction although still Sigur Ros this albums song certainly have more structure than () but that is no bad thing. Everytime i listen too the CD i have a new favourite and its more upbeat nature makes an excellent listen in the car. Sublime,peacefull, melancholic, crashing, noise, uplifting, enchanting, all words that can sum up this album and there are so many other!!! Album of the year an i doubt anything will beat it.… Expand
  3. JoshuaL
    Sep 14, 2005
    10
    This is easily one of the best albums I've heard in 5 years. The only word I can use to best describe their music is sublime. Never did I think that a bunch of icelanders would be the ones to create what is to me, hands down the album of the year.
  4. Trip
    Sep 14, 2005
    10
    Go -> Buy -> This -> CD Sigur rós touched the sky and called the angels for us,this is the best cd of all times. 10/10
  5. Altair
    Sep 19, 2005
    10
    Best album of the year!
  6. JamesB
    Oct 10, 2006
    10
    I listened with tears in my eyes the first time: it is that beautiful. Makes you want to exhale, and never stop.
  7. SeamusS
    Jan 6, 2006
    10
    I cant belive it, they've topped their masterpeice. This album is flawless and gorgeous, flowwing majestically from track to track with an unerving ambition and beauty that's nearly unmatched in the music world today.
  8. JohnK
    Feb 23, 2006
    10
    The best way I can describe Sigur Ros' music is: remember the last, monumental song on every album you loved as a teenager? You felt like "the Truth is in this song if the world weren't so dumb and would just listen!". Well, a Sigur Ros album is like 70 minutes of straight "last songs". Monumental, eligiac, glorious, spiritual and--yes--over the top. They are incredibly The best way I can describe Sigur Ros' music is: remember the last, monumental song on every album you loved as a teenager? You felt like "the Truth is in this song if the world weren't so dumb and would just listen!". Well, a Sigur Ros album is like 70 minutes of straight "last songs". Monumental, eligiac, glorious, spiritual and--yes--over the top. They are incredibly uplifting, draining by the end, but they'll never write a 3-minute no.1 pop single.… Expand
  9. JulianG
    Mar 31, 2006
    10
    No other band can achieve this level of beauty.
  10. markl
    Apr 8, 2006
    10
    Their best work yet. Wonderful experimental progressive rock album.
  11. davidr
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    Elysium in a tiny crystal bottle.
  12. joeld
    Oct 11, 2005
    10
    beautiful, captivating, unforgettable, emotional, perfect
  13. StevenL
    Nov 12, 2005
    10
    Absolutely beautiful. I really love this album.
  14. zaner
    Nov 10, 2005
    10
    The music touches the very fabric of ones being...it exemplifies the meaning of heartfelt lyrics and music. Of all things that ive listened to....this has effected me emensely.
  15. JoeS
    Nov 24, 2005
    10
    Words cannot describe...
  16. dave
    Oct 13, 2005
    10
    Easily the best album of the year. I did'nt get them until ( ) but their music is uplifting and makes those hairs on the back of your neck stand up..Takk is more listenable than ( ) and went to no1 in Ireland straight away. I love it!
  17. MichaelL
    Nov 5, 2005
    10
    Best thing I've heard all year.
  18. time
    Nov 5, 2005
    10
    I'm sick and tired of seeing 0-2 votes. Ya'll just hate because you're bitter old virgins. This is there best album because of it magnificant production. Unlike there 1999 record which I compared to MBV's Loveless because it was just OK. Nothing more nothing less
  19. SeanC
    Dec 2, 2005
    10
    Upon first listen my anxious ears awaited to be entertained wildly as they have with the instantly gratifying work done on Agaetis Byrjun. However, it didn't start dazzeling me until I had heard it several times. This is usually the sign of a truely spectacular album. I assure all former 4AD fans and fans of the dark pop generation, this may be the only music you'll need for the Upon first listen my anxious ears awaited to be entertained wildly as they have with the instantly gratifying work done on Agaetis Byrjun. However, it didn't start dazzeling me until I had heard it several times. This is usually the sign of a truely spectacular album. I assure all former 4AD fans and fans of the dark pop generation, this may be the only music you'll need for the next couple of years. This my friends, is nothing less than a musical masterpiece.… Expand
  20. PaulJ
    Oct 26, 2005
    10
    Better than cheese.
  21. MATTHEWn
    Oct 3, 2005
    10
    emotionally devastating
  22. Mark
    Sep 12, 2005
    10
    Unspeakably beautiful. I get chills just thinking about listening to some of the tracks on this album.
  23. jayman
    Sep 13, 2005
    10
    Wow. Just finished 1st complete listen, and not on headphones mind you (which would move thr rating to 11, I am guessing). Mind-numbing, uplifting goo. Just what i needed!
  24. AgaetisByrjun
    Sep 13, 2005
    10
    Viaje espacial
  25. ElwinR
    Sep 13, 2005
    10
    I could write down some overanalysised review over here. But to put it simple; this album is just GORGEOUS. Sigur Rós báck to form! Just put on your headphones, enjoy the warm melodies and softening mood as well as some MIGHTY FINE ROCKING moments.
  26. ag
    Sep 13, 2005
    10
    their best yet. cut the fat just a tad and left us with an hour to bask in for years. awesome.
  27. AdamR
    Sep 13, 2005
    10
    An amazingly bright album that makes listening to songs off previous releases (Ny Batteri, Vidrar Vel Til Loftarasa, Untitled 8/Popplagid) seem like a journey to midnight. Highlights include the joyful Hoppipolla, the more subtle but no less beautiful Andvari, and the wonderful couple of singles that have already been released - Glosoli and Saeglopur.
  28. adam
    Sep 15, 2005
    10
    greatest album of the year sigur ros are second only to sigur ros saeglopur and gong the best sings of the century
  29. LucaG
    Sep 19, 2005
    10
    Simply the best music in the last years. Open your heart to Sigur Ròs. Open your eyes to Iceland.
  30. ariel
    Sep 20, 2005
    10
    wow. this album has a sound- bells, incredibly intertwined harmonies, and noise. its not nearly as dark and broody as (.). the production may bother some people (distorted drums, etc) but its obviously done on purpose by the band, and it adds to the potency of this musical journey. thank you for your interest.
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Metascore
84

Universal acclaim - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
  1. AllMusic
    80
    Takk... is still very much a Sigur Rós album, due in large part to the ever-present, otherworldly vocals, but also because the only real changes are the activeness of some arrangments.
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  2. Billboard
    80
    While there are no surprises in its technique or approach, Sigur Rós has succeeded in making a startlingly beautiful record. [17 Sep 2005]
  3. cokemachineglow
    83
    Well-constructed, thoughtful, emotionally provocative and cathartic.
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