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Ísafjörður Calling
New York composer Ellis Ludwig-Leone returns to the Við Djúpið Music Festival This year’s edition of the Ísafjörður-based Við Djúpið Music Festival sees the return of composer Ellis Ludwig-Leone. Building off his long standing relationship with the festival, the American artist ventures…
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Grapevine New Music: Spacestation, Biggi Maus, Gróa & More
With a new issue out on the streets today, writer Elías Þórsson examines the human effects of the ongoing eruptions near the town of Grindavík. It’s powerful stuff. Side effects of the latest volcano (y’know, besides jeopardising the lives of almost 300…
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Do You Truly Love Sátan?
Iceland’s newest metal festival features a legendary comeback From June 6-8, the town of Stykkishólmur on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula hosts the first edition of Sátan, a brand new heavy metal music festival. I grabbed a coffee with Sátan organiser Gísli Sigmundsson…
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Track By Track: The Radio Won’t Let Me Sleep By Önnu Jónu Son
Önnu Jónu Son hits top marks with his debut The Radio Won’t Let Me Sleep Haraldur Þorleifsson is a man of many talents. A philanthropist, businessman and musician, Haraldur released his debut album The Radio Won’t Let Me Sleep under the moniker…
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Why Not? Afhverju Ekki brings the live coding scene to Reykjavík
Afhverju Ekki brings the live coding scene to Reykjavík Naming your event “2024’s Biggest Thursday” is gutsy. But in this case, it’s not without reason. On Thursday, June 6, Afhverju Ekki (“Why Not”) is hosting a night of live coding at RADAR.…
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Grapevine New Music Picks: Birnir & Bríet, Gugusar, Sideproject & More
Can you imagine that after this weekend Iceland will have its next president? It seems like yesterday when outgoing president Guðni Th. Jóhannesson sparked international controversy, expressing his disdain for pineapples as a pizza topping. While pineapples get all the hate, its…
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Between Two Worlds: Anna Þorvaldsdóttir premieres Metaxis at the Reykjavík Art Festival
Composer Anna Þorvaldsdóttir premieres her newest piece Metaxis to the world Listeners familiar with the work of composer Anna Þorvaldsdóttir are aware of the artist’s expansive control of the orchestra, playing it as she would a single instrument. Already critically acclaimed, Anna’s…
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Kiasmos Return To Stage
Bursting back into business Pioneering DJ duo and hometown heroes Kiasmos are officially back in business after finally taking the stage in Reykjavík on Monday, May 27. In March, they teased the end of their seven-year hiatus with the release of a…
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Track By Track: Le Blossi by BLOSSI
Love, Loss, Mermaids Setting his course towards Icelandic pop stardom, BLOSSI is the moniker of socialite and art student Álfgrímur Aðalsteinsson. His debut EP Le Blossi was released on May 1, exhibiting songs of love and loss. The album’s backdrop conjures images…
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An Open Letter To RÚV From The Iceland-Palestine Association
Was Iceland’s participation in Eurovision really worth it? It’s finally over. Months of mistakes, cringe-worthy PR attempts, relentless protest and a global boycott campaign, all while the European Broadcasting Union stubbornly attempted to carry on with business as usual amid a backdrop…
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Time Seems Long Until You’ve Lived It
Childhood friends ponder time on their debut EP Fluid Time With more than four decades’ worth of creative experience, musicians Birgir Mogensen and Sigtryggur Baldursson imbue their childhood influences into their newest project, Paddan, releasing their debut EP Fluid Time on May…
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Grapevine New Music: Lúpína, Kött Grá Pjé, KARÍTAS & More
This Friday greeted Iceland with a big ole yellow weather warning. Trampolines and yard furniture beware because this storm is out to get ya. Any weary travellers out there reading this might want to revisit their plans for today. In the meantime,…
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The Flute In The Power Of Seven
Flute Septet Viibra Push Boundaries On Their Debut Album Harnessing the power of the flute, Viibra is one of Iceland’s best-kept music secrets. Comprised of seven flautists, the group was created from the close collaboration with artist Björk Guðmundsdóttir on her 2016…
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Grapevine New Music: Dr. Gunni, Sideproject, Biggi Maus & More
Back with a fresh set of new music releases, our Friday roundup this week includes songs about spontaneous adventures, cosmic beats, neo-romanticism, airtight pop, and a ghostly conversation. Don’t let these songs get away from you, and make sure to check out…
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Video Premiere: Hildur Releases “Alltaf eitthvað”
Esteemed artist and songwriter Hildur releases her latest track “Alltaf eitthvað” on Thursday, May 16. In celebration of the single, Hildur premieres her newest music video — right here at the Grapevine. “Alltaf eitthvað” (Always something) is a feel-good pop gem with…
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Kiasmos Returns
The influential Faroese-Icelandic electronic duo will end their hiatus with the release of II It’s difficult to gauge the exact influence minimalist electronica duo Kiasmos has had on the international techno and electronic music scene. Their ingenious combination of classical, electronic and…
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Grapevine New Music: Önnu Jónuson, Ultraflex, Blossi & More
Instead of kicking off the month of May with a fresh new collection of new tracks, the Grapevine office took a much-needed R&R with a road trip to Hellisheiðarvirkjun. Instead, we provide you with a slightly elongated roundup today featuring some class…
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Welcome to Hermigervill’s Record Corner
The many pitfalls of the streaming era for Icelandic music buffs Towards the end of December, 2023, I found myself at 12 Tónar on a Thursday — a reliably good night to be there. A tenet of the Reykjavík music scene, the…
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Downtown Culture Centre Iðnó Raises The Bar By Lowering It
Iðnó opens its doors for metal band Blóðmör on May 10 Times are changing in Reykjavík’s live venue scene. Under the guidance of new event manager Agnes Hlynsdóttir, the longstanding auditorium Iðnó promises to regain its status as a thriving space for…
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Track By Track: Frá Mér Til Þín By GDRN
Soulful Sass Guðrún Ýr Eyfjörð, known as GDRN, has been one of Iceland’s most celebrated pop stars in recent years. On March 22, the artist released her third solo LP. Characterised by thick bass, bouncy beats and infectious melodies, Frá Mér Til…
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Grapevine New Music: Moses Hightower, Kiasmos, Una Torfa & More
It’s officially the second day of summer. We hope you’re basking in the warmth of Reykjavík’s ten degrees, or wherever you may be. While you’re at it, why not pop on some tunes? Maybe you’d like to hear the late, great Prins…
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Ten Years Of Hafnarfjörður’s HEIMA Music Festival
Hafnarfjörður residents turn living rooms into music venues on April 24 I remember one spring day in 2023 when a quiet evening at home was suddenly flipped on its head. Thunderous punk music emanated from my neighbour’s house on the other side…
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66 Degrees of Sound: Saturday Morning Mix #1
What a comeback week we’ve had for our little show that could! Rounding out our new weekly cycle, today we bring you the first Saturday Morning Mix, a sweet playlist along with some analysis and peanut gallery banter from your hosts. Just…