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The “Disgustingly Wholesome” OPIA Community Welcomes Everyone
Grapevine talks with Managing Director Hildur Maral Since its founding in July of 2023, Ólafur Arnalds’ OPIA Community has united musicians, creatives, and fans of the musician within its multi-faceted hub. OPIA Community is “three-pronged;” they have six signed artists within their…
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Music Reviews: Ólafur Arnalds, OMAM, And More
If you’ve been living under a rock, or only read The Grapevine online, then you don’t know that we’ve started doing album (and single) reviews again! On this happy Friday, we’ve decided to publish our past six reviews for your viewing pleasure.…
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Grapevine New Music Picks: Ólafur Arnalds & Talos, Bríet, Moses Hightower & More
Even though it’s almost the middle of July, that doesn’t stop the Icelandic sniffles. Currently writing this with a sore throat (what is this, February?!), the summer has not delivered like May promised it would. Whatever, just dress for the wind, cold,…
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Grapevine New Music Picks: Ólafur Arnalds & Loreen, Spacestation, Árný Margrét & More
AHHHH. That’s the sound of us welcoming these signposts of the oncoming spring. Have you noticed that it’s actually daylight when you wake up; the tweeting birdsong, and the hubbub of people out and about? It’s March baby, so put on your…
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Getting Mauled By Tófa
Punk band Tófa’s latest album is a whirlpool of destruction A long-standing act in Reykjavík’s live music scene, punk group Tófa has released their first album in eight years. Out on November 8, Mauled represents a turning point in the band’s career,…
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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 Picks: Daniil, Ólafur Arnalds, Sævar Jóhannsson & More
We have an absolutely stacked new music list for you this week. It’s literally something for everyone on this list — Gen Z rapping, neoclassical simplicty, intense goth-metal, pocket-symphonic bombastic pop, country-rock sadness, bedroom electropop, and some jazzy versions of Björk classics.…
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Grapevine New Music Picks: Ólafur Arnalds, Krassasig, and Ari Árelíus
What is National Day without music from nationals, am I right? Hit that play button and celebrate everything this country has to offer! All these tracks—and so many more brought to you by The Grapevine over the past twelve months—are available in…
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Ólafur Arnalds Kickstarts World Tour In Reykjavík
On Monday, May 23rd, Ólafur Arnalds performed in Reykjavík for the first time in three years. The concert kickstarted Ólafur’s world tour that will be promoting his 2020 album ‘some kind of peace’. [su_pullquote]Are you going to Iceland in the near future?…
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Grapevine New Music Picks: BSÍ Video Premiere, Ólafur Arnalds and MIMRA
This week we get a sneak peek at the striking new video from BSÍ which comes out tomorrow, some pure neo-classical class from Ólafur Arnalds, and a gorgeous album foretaster from MIMRA. All these tracks—and so many more brought to you by…
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Ólafur Arnalds To Begin World Tour in Reykjavík
Earlier in February, Grammy-nominated artist Ólafur Arnalds has announced the world tour to promote his 2020 album ‘some kind of peace’. On March 3, he’s made another announcement via an Instagram post—saying that the tour will begin on May 23rd in Reykjavík.…
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The Quiet Music Men: Hugar Create Chilled Classics
Musical duo Hugar have been a creative partnership for 10 years now, a fact that seems to take the individuals in question—Bergur Þórisson and Pétur Jónsson—by surprise. “Time flies! I’m quite shocked,” says Pétur, when reminded. “Should we start to plan an…
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The Grapevine’s New Year Musical Picks: Ólafur, Gyða and Rafnar
So it’s the last week of 2021. And with one ear on the upcoming hectic shenanigans of New Year’s Eve, we bring three gentle musical gifts from the frosty north to calm your spirit. As ever, you can enjoy the musical gems…
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Ólafur Arnalds Received Two Grammy Nominations
Icelandic musician Ólafur Arnalds has been nominated for two Grammy Awards, reports RÚV. This is the first time that he has received Grammy nominations. [su_pullquote]Can’t decide which of our Iceland-themed shop items to give your loved ones this Christmas? We’ve done the…
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Grapevine New Music Picks: ZÖE, Ólafur Arnalds And Superserious
Grey skies are back again. Luckily, The Grapevine knows nothing offers a much needed pick-me-up as a few new tunes for your weekend playlist. Whether it’s the playlist for a morning jog, a laundry day or pre-gaming a great party, we can’t…
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Grapevine Playlist: Huginn, Ólafur Arnalds, ZÖE & More!
Start your weekend off right with this selection of new tracks. All brought to you in the midst of earthquakes shaking our office. Eek. Huginn – Geimfarar Huginn is quite the dark horse when it comes to hip-hop and RnB in Iceland.…
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Some Kind Of Peace In A Chaotic World: Ólafur Arnalds On His Most Intimate Album Yet
Sometimes an album or a song comes along at a point where it feels like it’s exactly what the world needed. Ólafur Arnalds’ latest offering, ‘Some Kind of Peace’, is one of those albums. Described as his most intimate album yet, ‘Some…
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Ólafur Arnalds Album Reaches Number 17 On UK Charts
Grapevine favourite, Ólafur Arnalds has started making quite the name for himself in England over the last few years. But it seems his latest album, ‘Some Kind Of Peace’ has launched him higher still, reaching an impressive number 17 in the UK’s…
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Reykjavík Is Alive With The Sound Of Music
The biggest names in Icelandic music gather this weekend for Iceland Airwaves’ Live From Reykjavík Festival. The pandemic may have put a stop to live music, but the people behind the festival say that the show must go on! The incredible line…
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Grapevine Playlist: Auðn, Magnús Jóhann, Countess Malaise & More!
It’s October 23rd, 2020, and you have no idea what to listen to. Thankfully, the Grapevine is here for your weekend tracks. Countess Malaise – That Bitch “I’m too hard. I’m too bad. I’m too sad… but I’ve always been that bitch.”…
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Grapevine Playlist: Jónsi, Sólstafir, The Post Performance Blues Band & More!
Stuck on what to listen to? Here are some of our favourite songs of the past month. Jónsi & Robyn – Salt Licorice “Salt Licorice” is an aggressive take on ballroom house, with a thumping beat contrasted by eerie vocals. In it,…
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Ólafur Arnalds Release New Song and Video
Renowned Multi-instrumentalist and composer Ólafur Arnalds released a new single, ‘Woven Song’, from his upcoming album earlier this week. On Youtube, Ólafur Explains the inspiration for the song: “This was one of the first songs I wrote for ‘Some Kind of Peace’ but…
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Ólafur Arnalds Announces New Album
Ólafur Arnalds announced his new album, entitled “some kind of piece”, which is set to be released on November 6th this year. On Facebook, Ólafur posted that this album is supposed to be about “what it means to be alive, daring to…