Author: Hannah Jane Cohen
What’s New & Who’s Who At Iceland Airwaves 2017, Part One
by John Rogers and Hannah Jane Cohen
Iceland Airwaves is an annual state-of-the-union for Icelandic music. As well as being a who’s-who of better-known acts, it’s also…
Autumn Walks In Reykjavík
While you won’t find many crunchy leaves or pumpkin spiced treats in Reykjavík, that doesn’t mean that there aren’t a…
Beasts Of Iceland: The Atlantic Cod
After a mosey around the Golden Circle, you—our tourist reader—might be wondering: “How the hell does any animal survive on…
Sturla Viðar Jakobsson’s Perfect Day In Reykjavík
Sturla Viðar Jakobsson is the leader of infamous black metal band Svartidauði. Here’s his perfect Reykjavík day. First thing in…
Lo-Fi Intimacy: The Intoxicating Connections Of Beatmachinearon
For people who don’t listen to much hip-hop, the idea of making beats might seem simplistic— energetic claps in “Get…
Ask A Physical Chemist: Why Doesn’t Iceland Have Massive Earthquakes Like Chile And Japan?
Though Iceland is known for having ample earthquakes, the largest one in known history didn’t even reach seven on the…
The Honest. The Violent. Countess Malaise’s House Of Open Horror
Definition: malaise (noun; maˈleɪz) A feeling of general bodily discomfort, fatigue or unpleasantness, often at the onset of illness. An…
The Epistemology Of Circulation: The Thoughtful Movements Of ‘Dear Human Being’
“I had a daughter nearly three years ago,” Valgerður Rúnarsdóttir, choreographer of ‘Dear Human Being,’ a new contemporary dance show…
The Infection Is Spreading: Mold Skateboard’s Bright Muddy World
Amidst the shots of Harpa or selfies with those wooden Viking statues on Instagram, you’ll find plenty of pictures of…
Dark & Glittering Sips: Gaukurinn’s Vegan Cocktail Menu Impresses
While there are many options for vegan munchies around the city, it’s a bit more complicated for animal lovers to…
Beasts Of Iceland: The Puffin
After a mosey about the Golden Circle, you—our tourist reader—might be wondering, “How the hell does any animal survive on…
Ask A Physical Chemist: Why Doesn’t Iceland Have Massive Earthquakes Like Chile and Japan?
Though Iceland is known for having ample earthquakes, the largest one in known history didn’t even reach seven on the…
Where Was It Shot?: The Fate Of The Furious
Do you like cars? What about muscles? What about cars driven by muscles? Sounds sexy, right? Well, lucky for you—our…
Icelandic Facebook Groups: Æ On Springfield – Íslenskir Simpsons Aðdáendur
As with hot dogs and unprotected sex, Icelanders are bizarrely fond of the long-running American animated TV show ‘The Simpsons.’….
Time Capsule: “Perlufestin” Tjörninn
On the east bank of Tjörnin, the lake in the middle of downtown Reykjavík, lies a delicate mermaid statue: “Perlufestin”…
It’s Easy Being Green: Lýsuhólslaug’s Fountain Of Youth
You’ve probably heard of the Blue Lagoon—Keflavík’s luxurious celeb hangout—but you might not know that there’s another colourful lagoon in…
Ask A Physical Chemist: Why Are The Northern Lights Different Colours?
The Northern Lights are one of the most defining aspects of Iceland— as well as the racks of postcards/t-shirts/artwork/etc. you’ll…
Beasts Of Iceland: The Arctic Fox
After a mosey about the Golden Circle, you—our tourist reader—might be wondering, “How the hell does any animal survive on…
Missing In Iceland: Rabies
So you plan on flying your adorable akita from America to Akranes. Well, best make plans in advance because upon…
City Guide: Vegan Iceland – An Ethical Day In Reykjavík
by Hannah Jane Cohen and John Rogers
Just a few years ago, it was pretty hard to be a vegetarian in Iceland, never mind a vegan. But…
Where Was It Shot? Dead Snow 2: Red vs. Dead
When Aristotle emphasised the importance of spectacle in his bestseller ‘The Poetics,’ the philosopher probably wasn’t expecting that merely 2.344…
Grapevine Playlist: Stereo Hypnosis & Futuregrapher, Hafdís Huld, Daði Freyr And More
by John Rogers and Hannah Jane Cohen
Stereo Hypnosis & Futuregrapher – Toqqissiviq Ambient band Stereo Hypnosis has teamed up with electronica and dance music artist Futuregrapher…
The Great Guide To Pride: Books, Parades and Brunch
by John Rogers, Hannah Jane Cohen and Elías Þórsson
Reykjavík’s annual Pride festival is a colourful explosion of parties, parades, seminars and events all based around celebrating, examining, discussing…
Track By Track: Bróðir BIG’s ‘Hrátt Hljóð’
‘Hrátt Hljóð’ translates to ‘Raw Sound,’ and that’s exactly what you get from Bróðir BIG. To get the lowdown on…
Track by Track: Une Misère’s ‘01.07.17’
Fresh off taking first prize at the Wacken Metal Battle, the hardcore boys of Une Misère dropped their first full…