Author: The Reykjavík Grapevine
The Volcano: A Memoir – Part Four
This episode was filmed in February and June 2022. On the 19th of March 2021 a new eruption started in…
Grapevine New Music Picks: Gudfinnur, VÉVAKI, Kári, and krassasig
Another Friday, another round of new, recently mastered, tunes! We could list many reasons why you should dedicate some of…
RVK Newscast 221: Covid-19 and Climate Emergency Controversy
It’s sunny, and we’re back with a new RVK Newscast! Today, Reykjavík Grapevine Editor-In-Chief Valur Grettisson, and Chief Morale Officer…
Grapevine Events: Opera Dinner, Silent Disco, Halldór Ragnarsson, and Children’s Film Festival
Opera Dinner in IÐNÓ October 27th at 19:00 – IÐNÓ – 13.900 to 14.900 ISK We can’t think of a…
RVK Newscast 220: Magnus Carlsen At Icelandic Chess Tournament
Welcome back to RVK Newscast! In this episode, editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson is in his hometown of Hafnarfjörður to bring you…
The Icelandic Roundup: Iceland Airwaves Festival!
This week on the podcast, Josie Anne is joined by two of the organisers of Iceland Airwaves Festival, Sindri Astmarsson…
Grapevine New Music Picks: JóiPé, Ólafur Kram, and Silja Rós
I know we’ve been talking a lot about the (lack of) sun for obvious reasons, but today makes us want…
RVK Newscast 219: Death On Kirkjufell
A tourist has died while climbing Kirkjufell on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. The man, who was in his thirties, was part…
Grapevine Events: Iranian Culture, ‘Repeat’ Launch Party And Virtual Waters!
Taste of Persia – In solidarity with the Iranian people October 23rd, 17:00 – OPEN – FREE The Iranian diaspora…
Last Chance! Win Two Tickets To Iceland Airwaves & More!
We’re super excited to partner up with Iceland Airwaves and offer you a chance to win two festival tickets +…
The Icelandic Roundup: Justice Minister Accused Of Fearmongering
It’s a bumper news week on The Icelandic Roundup: Jón Gunnarsson, the Minister of Justice, has been criticised for spreading…
Grapevine New Music Picks: Elíza Newman, Atli Örvarsson and BART!
Ohhhh it’s Friday baby, AND it’s a sunny one. Celebrate by putting some great new music in your ear holes!…
Grapevine Events: Oscar Jerome, Piercing Fundraiser, Aldubáran, and Heim!
Oscar Jerome, Ari Árelius, & Ash Walker (DJ Set) October 14th at 20:30 – Hurra – 3.500 ISK It’s not…
Supernatural Iceland: Warlocks
Welcome to Supernatural Iceland! In this final episode Valur takes a deep dive into the dark history and wild folklore…
The Worst Place To Rent In Reykjavík This Month: The Prison Experience
Type: Room in a shared apartment Size: Just under 10sq m Cost per month: 50,000 ISK Available at: Leiga/Facebook Finally,…
Grapevine New Music Picks: Tara Mobee, Biggi Maus, Karen Ósk, and Kvikindi
Oh hey, it’s Friday again! Not sure why we sound surprised, it’s Friday every week, but ok. Anyway, we have…
Grapevine Events: Girl Gang Screening, Mighty Bear, and Extreme Chill!
Girl Gang (screening) + Panel Discussion Friday October 7th at 17:30 – Háskólabío – 1.900 ISK Reykjavík International Film Festival…
The Icelandic Roundup: Father Of Chief Of Police Connected to Terrorist Plot Investigation
In this episode, Valur and Andie Sophia talk about a murder in the north of Iceland–the third this year–not boding…
Grapevine New Music Picks: Björk, Systur and Uppáhellingarnir
You made it! It’s the last Friday of the month! To celebrate, here’s a load of lovely new music to…
RVK Newscast 218: Airport Bomb Scare
It’s been a busy week of news in Iceland! To bring you all the latest, Reykjavík Grapevine editor-in chief, Valur…
Grapevine Events: Cinema Extravaganza!
RIFF Swim In Cinema – The Truman Show September 30th at 19:30 – Sundhöllin – 3,400 ISK Reykjavík International Film…
Best Of Reykjavík Activities 2022: Best Hike
Reykjavík is bustling with activities, from famous attractions to our small hidden gems. And we have busted our balls, pushing…
Best Of Reykjavík Activities 2022: Best Place To Spend Time With The Kids (Summer!)
Reykjavík is bustling with activities, from famous attractions to our small hidden gems. And we have busted our balls, pushing…
RVK Newscast 217: Limited Evidence In Terrorism Case
In this episode of RVK Newscast, Grapevine editor-in-chief Valur Grettisson is in Grafarvogur, the home of two suspects in the…
The Icelandic Roundup: Terrorist Plot And Monstrous Weather
Police in Iceland revealed that they had thwarted a massive terrorist plot last week, but as the days go by,…