There's nothing modest about Benny Crespo's Gang. Consisting of four very different individuals, the band's dynamic mixture of over the top hard rock and eerie synth powered lullabies is truly unique and haunting. They have often been described as one of the most interesting bands in Iceland, and with good reason.
Benny Crespo’s Gang’s self-titled 2007 début was gobbled up by local rock-enthusiasts and received top marks from all who reviewed it. Their legendary live shows have consistently made new fans out of anyone who happens to be in the vicinity, and their much-hyped performances at the Iceland Airwaves and Aldrei fór ég suður festivals have earned them fans from all over the world and positive reviews in publications such as NME and Clash Magazine. The band is currently plotting further steps towards world domination and plan to tour the world extensively.
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Hafdís Huld performs Kónguló, the first single from her second album,
Synchronized Swimmers. The video was shot at Café Rosenberg where
Hafdís was launching the album that very night.
Thanks to Iceland Naturally for their support for the 2009 Iceland Airwaves
Podcast.
Shot and edited by Stuart Rogers with sound recorded by Dagný Ósk Aradóttir Pind.
[download as mp4]
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