Author: Hannah Jane Cohen
(G)A(Y)irwaves Is Coming: Hayley Kiyoko Announced For Airwaves 2018
Lesbians all around Iceland nearly seizured yesterday as it was announced that pop icon Hayley Kiyoko will be performing at…
Total Transcendance: Ólafur Arnalds Talks Programming Pianos And Subverting Genres
The trademark of Ólafur Arnald’s music can best be described in the feelings it evokes: stirring, emotional, and perfect in…
Barflies Unite: The Downtown Bar Safari Gets Five New Watering Holes
by Hannah Jane Cohen and John Rogers
Reykjavík’s bar scene has been in a state of relative stasis over the last year or two. Since the miniature…
But It’s All In Good Fun! Iceland’s Troubling Summer Of Blackface Raises Concern
While Iceland is known worldwide for being socially progressive, the homogenous country still has some problematic moments, particularly in regards…
Fancies: Katrín Lena Þrastardóttir
Fancies is a Grapevine series where we highlight an individual with supreme style. Our latest subject is Katrín Lena Þrastardóttir…
War Of The Nerds: The Hound Hating HOA
When people hear the word “asshole,” most think of Homeowners Associations. Iceland requires them for apartment buildings, and don’t worry,…
Happening This Weekend: Our Picks!
Welcome to Merchants’ Weekend: the only days when it is not only ok but encouraged to get so drunk you…
Amanda Palmer Announces Surprise Ninja Gig Tomorrow At Iðnó
Amanda Palmer, singer, pianist, songwriter, author, performance artist, mother, meditation-enthusiast, wife of Neil Gaiman, and so much more, will be…
SPORTS! Five Icelanders Prepare To Smite At World CrossFit Games
While Icelanders might have a reputation of being drunkards who sit in their room chain-smoking and writing post-electronica, that’s only…
Making Of An Artist: Music And Visuals Collide With Mighty Bear
Strutting onstage in a ghostly, glamorous mask to a soundtrack of intense but ethereal beats, Mighty Bear is the undisputed…
What Are Icelanders Talking About?: Weather, Wages, All We Need Is A Little Patience!
As we all know, Iceland is currently in the midst of the worst summer ever recorded. But in the last…
The Queer Canon Of Iceland: Ásta Kristín Benediktsdóttir Explores An Oft-Ignored Topic
The roster for Reykjavík Pride is full of engaging and thought-provoking events. From stand up shows by gay comedians to…
More Than Just A Vegan Spot: Veganæs Goes Beyond Labels With Cruelty-Free Fast Food
The newly opened eatery Veganæs—in the Gaukurinn music venue—bills itself as a vegan comfort food restaurant. While that’s definitely true,…
Victory! Reykja-biza Is Having Its Coldest Summer Since Only 1993!
Rejoice, all ye who have suffered in this cold and wet Icelandic summer: You might have thought it was the…
Slipknot Is Next: Une Misère’s PrikPort Mixes Hardcore And Hip Hop
You probably never thought you’d see Une Misère and Joey Christ share the same stage. Well wake up baby, it’s…
Your Merchants Weekend Bulletin: Party With The Punks, Couch Potatoes, Country Folk And Christians
The first weekend in August is known to Icelanders as Merchants’ Weekend. It’s a bank holiday—for Icelanders, a phrase synonymous…
Iceland’s Sovereignty Centenary Sparks Controversy: Danish Anti-Immigration Keynote Speaker Takes Centre Stage
On the July 18th, Icelanders nationwide celebrated the centenary of Iceland and Denmark signing the Union Treaty, which recognised Iceland…
Word Of The Issue: Útlandarigning
While Iceland is known worldwide for its unpredictable and horrendous weather, things weren’t always so wet here. In fact, back…
Scandal-Ridden Adam Hótel Shut Down By Authorities
After numerous shady behaviours and run-ins with the law, Adam Hótel was forcibly closed yesterday by the police on the…
Fancies: Árni Sveinsson
Fancies is a Grapevine series where we highlight an individual with supreme style. Our latest subject is Árni Sveinsson (42),…
Grapevine Playlist: ASTVALDUR, Omotrack, Kristín Anna, Andi, Mosi & More
by John Rogers, Hannah Jane Cohen and Valur Grettisson
Like eight glorious sea eagles swooping majestically into your living room, we present to you the essential Icelandic tracks of…
Music News: Norðanpaunk Lineup, Andi Snap-Releases 2nd LP, Vikingur Marches On
by John Rogers and Hannah Jane Cohen
Norðanpaunk Festival, held annually in the roadside hamlet of Laugarbakki in Northwest Iceland, has announced the final lineup for their…
Detox Is Coming To Iceland…Officially
Get your chin, lips, biceps, jawline, and more done ’cause drag queen extraordinaire Detox (iCunt) is coming to Iceland to host…
Happening In Reykjavík This Week: Our Top Picks
Summer is finally here—today at least—in Reykjavík and it’s time to celebrate that sweet sweet Vitamin D. Here are our…
Knock Knock Knockin’ On Reykjavík’s Door: Also Bands That Should Retire
Notoriously relevant rockers Guns N’ Roses will be welcoming Reykjavík to their aural jungle on July 24th. The concert will…