Bon Iver

Bon Iver is an American indie folk music project led by singer-songwriter Justin Vernon, formed in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The debut For Emma, Forever Ago (2007) was recorded in isolation and released by Jagjaguwar; the self-titled 2011 album earned Grammys in 2012 (Best New Artist and Best Alternative Music Album).

Justin Vernon is the creative force behind Bon Iver. For Emma, Forever Ago was conceived during a period of isolation in a family cabin. The project originated in Eau Claire, Wisconsin and released early work via Jagjaguwar. 22, A Million is noted for its experimental production and unconventional track titles.

DeBaser reviews praise Bon Iver's songwriting and evolution from the intimate isolation of For Emma, Forever Ago to the lush self-titled record and the experimental 22, A Million. Blood Bank is noted as a transitional EP. Overall reception is admiring, highlighting Vernon’s compositional strengths and occasional polarizing experimentation.

For:Listeners of indie folk and alternative music; readers interested in album-focused criticism of Bon Iver