Bjork’s Biophilia app is a multimedia project that combines music, science and interactive technology. The app is built from a collection of songs from the conjoint Album which are each accompanied by a unique interactive experience. Users can manipulate elements of the tracks, visuals and animations, allowing for a personalised and immersive listening experience. Additionally, the app includes educational features that delve into various scientific concepts, such as genetics, cosmology and ecology.
Biophilia had a significant impact in the age of the smartphone and tablet by pushing boundaries of music consumption and interactive experiences, it blurred the lines between traditional album releases and multimedia as a whole, setting a precedent for artists to explore new and innovative formats for distributing there music in the modern age.