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All Is Full of Love

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This is my favorite Bjork song of all time - and I own ALL of her CDs. This single is exceptionally good value (especially considering the price of most Bjork singles), and the 6 mixes are all great.

Video Version - Beautiful reconstruction of the original that works great with the music video. If you have to listen to one, listen to this.
Funkstorung Exclusive - Interesting in that it sort of rearranges the words. Definately the most liberal of the mixes, it may be hard to love for some, including purists.
Strings - My favorite of the six, I believe this version (which at first seems quite similar to the Video version) perfects the balance between Bjork's beautiful trademark orchestration, the beat, and the vocals.
Album version - I actually heard the video version before I bought Homogenic, and didn't realize that this original was a different version. I personally don't care for it much.
Plaid mix - Very soothing and intimate. Well done.
Guy Sigsworth mix - Adds a beautiful saxophone (as another reviewer mentioned, it seems to allude to Debut's standout, 'The Anchor Song'). Also adds a couple of other intesting elements to the mix. I still prefer the strings version, but this certainly is very good, especially the surprise ending (!).

A note - the copy I received had a different cover than www.amazon.com's image. The cover is similar to that of the second UK single. I'm not sure what this is supposed to mean, just letting you know. I certainly don't mind.

Overall, highly reccomended. ...

When I initially bought Bjork's Greatest Hits album, I listened to "Big Time Sensuality" over and over again. I finally decided I would listen to the other songs, and I was completely stunned upon hearing the first track. The video version of "All Is Full of Love" blew me away, and I found myself repeating it.

This is (in my opinion) Bjork's best song, hands down. Vocally, she has sounded better. But there's an innocence, honesty and loveliness about this song that you just can't ignore. It's inspiring, transcending and bright, and it portrays the newness of a spring day perfectly. There is indeed love all around you; you just have to open up your eyes to see it. Every version of the tune offers the listener a new mood.

Video Version: First, I just have to be honest and say this is the most sensual song I have ever heard. The sugary warm chords, the magical sitar, Bjork's longing vocals and the persistent drums take you on an emotional ride. A clarinet, playing simple arpeggios, adds a hint of optimism and playfulness. For music lovers this will undoubtedly give you goosebumps: it's that moving. I always think of kisses and hugs listening to this. It just makes you feel warm and fuzzy about everything. 6/5

Funkstorung Exclusive Mix: While I enjoy the syncopated drums and beats in this tune, I was disappointed that the chorus and verses are not heard intact here. Her vocals are edited, warped and mixed up to produce random vocal patterns. Though it's a very interesting and sometimes fun remix, I began to tire of it after the first two minutes. However, it is a charming version with light harp melodies and occasional wispy chords. 4/5

Strings: This is the same recording as the Video Version, however the strings are greatly amplified. This mix effectively adds more impact to the instrumentation of this song, without drowning out Bjork's vocals. Combined with the original emotion produced in the Video Version, the strings make this a tearjerker. It's even more longing and simply divine. 6/5

Album Version: The quietest of the mixes here, I have always adored this version. A gentle pulsing electronic bass beat continues through the song, as heavenly sweeping chords and the original sitar arrangement sparkle. There is no percussion to be heard here, but it produces a wonderfully enchanting effect. On the album "Homogenic", this song appears after the harsh dance track "Pluto", and it's soothing to the ears. It truly sounds like the flowers gently pushing through the last of the winter snow. 6/5

Plaid Mix: Everything about this version is sparkly and magnetic. Opening with tender echoes and clarinets, I assumed this was going to be a subdued mix. I was pleasantly surprised as this mix gently moved from soothing to emotionally soaring in the chorus. And don't judge by the audio preview of this version: it doesn't do the song justice. The beat is very stripped and simple, but the carefully arranged instruments in this version are what truly shine. I would have loved to hear Bjork's vocals echo here, but they're beautiful just as they are. 6/5

Guy Sigsworth Mix: This is the perfect conclusion for such a divine single. A combination of fluttering saxophones opens this number, and carry peacefully throughout. There's a higher level of emotion here; perhaps it's because the saxophones themselves sound as if they're longing for happiness. I can't really describe it, but it truly casts a spell. The instrumental depth is fantastic here; it's very deep and moving. The beat (not as strong as the Video Version) is just intense enough to be effective. This version feels a little more structured vocally: Bjork's vocals are split apart to create a second verse. The surprise ending in this song somehow works: it leaves much to be desired, but you really feel like Bjork couldn't top herself anymore. 6/5

Also included on this single is the infamous video, which is artistic, innovative and impressive. This is well worth the money, and I highly recommend it, especially if you adore Bjork such as I do.

"You'll be given love; you have to trust it."

Bjork's releases a 5th single from the acclaimed 1997 album Homogenic. A hanuting and poigant song about love, Bjork lapses into a slow and serene mood here. The video version which is a slightly altered album version, contains extra beats which enhances the original. The video to this single is included here and as usual, an excellent one with two robotic Bjorks falling in love with each other. Mechanical yet emotive is what director Chris Cummingham (Madonna's Frozen) achieved. The Funkstorung Mix is a dark and trippy mix while the Plaid Mix is a more upbeat version of the song. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED from the Icelandic queen who demonstrates a whole diverse range of music genres!

Honestly, I'm no big fan of Bjork...But there is something about this song...I don't think there's a true way to describe it, it is one of the most haunting songs I've ever heard.

In the same genre; songs like-

Evanescence's - ''Hello''
Dido's - ''My Life''
Annie Lennox's - ''No More I Love You's''
Massive Attack's (Tracy Thorn's) - ''Better Things''
Cher's - ''You Take It All''
Madonna's - ''Power Of Goodbye''
Delerium's (Sarah McLachlan's) - ''Silence''

Those tracks are 7 of the most haunting songs I've heard, but Bjork's ''All Is Full Of Love'' beats them down, her voice is so beautiful that it sounds a bit unnerving and gives you the chills. The Video Version is the one I like the most, while the Strings has the same sense of term just slightly enhanced, they're both downright trip-hop tracks, which proves that Massive Attack's influence over the Icelandic Phenomena (Bjork) is flawless.

Funkstorung's mix is definitely the most unlistenable mix I've ever come across throughout the history of music.

The Album version, is however more laid back and very brooding. Note: this is for more serious listeners.

While the real treat comes from the (Plaid Mix), a optimistic and upbeat trip-hop influenced track. This is my second favorite after the video version. And The Sigsworth mix, is equally enjoyable, it however gives the CD a nice boost.

Then you get a video, which is very cool I think, one of my favorite videos ever, it features two robot's, both of which are her...and it gets even better, not the kind of video kids should watch, not like it's anything really heavy- just I wouldn't think it's suitable for children, it's very confusing at first, but you have to watch it at least 3 times to understand the concept of it, which goes clearly with the lyrics of the song.

Bjork definitely hit her best chapter with this song...

I know it is hard to believe but Elektra has actually done something for Bjork fans here in the states. I couldn't believe it myself, but there it was: a domestic cd single for ALL IS FULL OF LOVE. This contains:

*Video Version *Funkstorung Exclusive Mix (not as good as the mix that is on Funkstorung's "Additional Productions" cd on !k7, but nice to have) *Strings mix *Album Version *Plaid Mix *Guy Sigsworth Mix.

This is also an enhanced CD that features the full video, which makes this well worth the purchase for any Bjork fan. BUY IT!

When i first heard that "All is full of love" was going to be the next single my jaw dropped. What a strange song to release as a single, and to hear that remixers of the song were adding form where there was no form before...i was worried. So often remix-artists simply speed up an already good song or add a loud and dancable beat to it. This is an acception.

I origonaly bought the two cd "All is full of love" single set. Each cd cost me $11.99, but it was a sacrifice that i was happy to have made. I didn't feel that i had wasted my money at all! and now to hear that i could buy both full cds on the same disc WITH the enhanced video feature for less than a third of the price....! the music is beautiful in all areas and each version utillizes a different form of interpretation. I especially like the Guy Sigsworth Mix. He added live saxaphone to the piece (slightly reminiscent of "The Anchor Song")...

5 stars!

This is my all-time favorite Bjork song and the single just captures the essence of the song perfectly in so many different ways. I love every track on this single. I have bought Bjork singles in the past and have been less than impressed. She can be a little too artsy some times and her singles are very hit or miss with me. This single isn't too over the top for me though. It's sweet, melancholy, and enduring. The video is just absolutely awesome too. Very creative.

I never knew a song could take on so many different musical personalities. I must admit that when I first heard this song on HOMOGENIC, I was baffled by its simplicity. Don't get wrong, I liked the song, but found it a bit simplistic. A few nights ago, I was lucky enough to catch the video and was blown away. Not only was the video spectacular, but the song (which was remixed) was equally breathtaking. The song had evolved from an poignant whisper to an emotional juggernaut. Immediately, I ran out and bought the CD single, which surprisingly contained four other remixes of the song that were equally wonderful. I particularly love the Plaid remix. It has a cool, smooth techno feel, but doesn't cut back any of the emotion in the song. It displays an interesting contrast between the warmth of Bjork's vocals and lyrics and the cold percision of the remix. Although ALL IS FULL OF LOVE is the only song on this single, I can definitely guarantee that the remixes on this are far better and more listenable that the ones on previous singles such as HYPERBALLAD and HUNTER. Also, this single is a great supplement to HOMOGENIC since it supplies fuller, more realized versions of ALL IS FULL OF LOVE. As I state in my title....BUY IT NOW!

"All is full of love" is a great song. Beautiful, and also my introduction to Bjork's music. I don't even know why I bought it. I'm glad I did, though.

The album version is great, but is one-upped by the "Strings version" and the "Video version" (strikingly similiar to one another). The "Plaid Mix" is lovely and the mix by Guy Sigsworth is every bit as good as the others.

One star is deducted for the "Funkstorung Exclusive Mix". This is not a dance song. It somehow works with the "Plaid Mix", but the additional music sounds for "Exclusive" are ugly and sharp. Buy this single anyway and just skip this track.

The music video is also featured. Top notch.

Each remix is like a seperate piece of art.

Different sounds are used

Different melodies added

Almost Each version is extremely versitile, as only Bjork can be. She only lets the best remix her music. And it show. Usually remixes become rather boring and repetative.........but Bjork has added a new artistic touch to the remix.

It is no longer just an added beat and repititious sampling, but a whole new song. People take her music, because she has already done it the best and work it into thier own styling

But like I said before, Bjork only works with people she finds interesting. In other words she works with only the best. This is no more apparent than the Plaid mix on this album. This track is extremely amazing. Anyone who is interested in Plaid should also get this album. Track after track is added until this song just becomes one huge spiral picking you up.

Definate must for Bjork and Plaid fans.