Author: Helga Þórey Jónsdóttir - The Reykjavik Grapevine

Track Of The Week: “Írena Sírena” by Andy Svarthol

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Just when we thought Reykjavík’s music scene had been completely taken over by hip-hop and ethereal electronica, post-psychedelic soft-rockers Andy…

DJ Of The Week: Exos

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This issue’s DJ is someone who needs no introduction. Exos, aka Arnvidur Snorrason, is one of the most experienced and…

Track Of The Issue: Sigur Rós — “Óveður”

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More than three years after the release of their last album, Sigur Rós have treated fans to some new music…

Bíó Paradís: Dreamland

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‘Dreamland’ is a documentary about the building of the Kárahnjúkar Hydropower Plant in the eastern part of Iceland in the…

Mr. Silla’s Five Favourite Albums

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Mr. Silla (Sigurlaug Gísladóttir) is an Icelandic singer/songwriter. She is well known for her previous collaboration with Mongoose, and was…

Track Of The Week: ‘Segiði bara satt’ by Reykjavíkurdætur

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The newest addition to Reykjavíkurdætur’s growing repertoire is a soft groove called ‘Segið bara satt’ (e. Just Tell the Truth)….

Kim Kardashian Visits Bæjarins Beztu – PHOTOS

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Just before 3pm today, Kourtney Kardashian was spotted buying a hot dog at Iceland’s most famous hot dog stand, Bæjarins…

Andri Snær Magnason Will Run For President

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Andri Snær Magnason is holding a press conference at the National Theatre tomorrow during which he will announce his run…