Written by Jónas SenNovember 25, 2024February 2, 2025

Helgi Björns Thrills the Crowd on His 40th Anniversary ****1/2

By Jónas Sen. Helgi Björns celebrated 40 years in music with a concert in Eldborg, wrapping up a nationwide tour. Known for his time as lead singer of Grafík and Síðan skein sól, as well as his solo career, Helgi’s music is timeless—an integral part of Iceland’s cultural fabric, much like Stuðmenn and Bubbi Morthens. […]

Written by Jónas SenNovember 12, 2024February 2, 2025

The Spy’s Lover Left Behind Scorching Love Letters***1/2

By Jónas Sen. Emilíana Torrini’s concert in Eldborg Hall, Harpa, last Saturday evening didn’t get off to the best start. The opening act featured Finnish artist Jaakko Eino Kalevi—why, I’m not entirely sure. Perhaps it was because the event was an “IA 24 partner event,” connected to Iceland Airwaves. And as everyone knows, not everything […]