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Baker's Dozen

Artists discuss the 13 records that shaped their lives

11. Jóhann JóhannssonSt Matthew’s Passion / St John’s Passion

These two works make me feel like we almost aren’t allowed to die, when we are faced with them. They’re so inspired, and you feel like in some way developing some relationship with the heavenly or with God. I don’t want to say the word religious, but they create a kind of soulful elevation.

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