Austra

Sparkle

RELEASED: July 26, 2011
TYPE: EP

Track Listing

1. Spellwork (MNDR Nighttime remix) 5:14 2. Lose It (Mark Pistel dub remix) 6:25 3. Lose It (PlanningToRock remix) 5:22 4. Beat and the Pulse (Still Going remix) 6:07 5. Beat and the Pulse (Steffi Bass-Break dub remix) 6:52 6. Beat and the Pulse (Kool Thing remix) 5:05 7. Lose It (120 Days remix) 4:08 8. Lose It (Yound Galaxy remix) 4:16 9. Lose It (Mark Pistel vocal remix) 6:26 10. Lose It (Mark Pistel Funk Bass remix) 6:24

Historical Archive

Sparkle is the debut studio album by the Canadian electronic music project Austra, released on July 18, 2011. The album features a blend of synth-pop, dark wave, and operatic vocals led by Katie Stelmanis. It garnered critical acclaim for its lush soundscapes and emotional depth, establishing Austra as a prominent act within the contemporary electronic music scene. The album's themes revolve around personal struggle, identity, and resilience, resonating with listeners and contributing to its lasting legacy.