5 Facts About Bon Iver's Self-Titled Album

Recorded in a converted veterinarian clinic Justin Vernon and his brother bought the building in 2008 and turned it into April Base Studios in Fall Creek, Wisconsin.

The space influenced the album’s sound The clinic’s unique acoustics and rural setting shaped the intimate, layered production.

Released in 2011 It was Bon Iver’s second studio album, following 2007’s “For Emma, Forever Ago.”

Won two Grammy Awards The album won Best Alternative Music Album and Best New Artist at the 54th Grammy Awards.

Features a full band sound Unlike the sparse, solo recordings of the debut, this album includes horns, strings, and multiple vocalists.