Björk
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'Björk Guðmundsdóttir (born November 21, 1965 in Reykjavík, Iceland) is an Icelandic singer-songwriter, composer, and actress. She is best known for her expressive range and an interest in many kinds of music, including pop, alternative rock, jazz, ambient music, electronica, and folk. More a contemporary artist than an popular musician, Björk has worked with Lars von Trier, Araki, is an admirer of the work of Georges Bataille and girlfriend of contemporary artist Matthew Barney.
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