Reykjavík Calling, The Iceland Airwaves Off-Venue series, hits Seattle on October 3rd, featuring performances by lúpína and Sunna Margrét at KEXP’s Gathering Space. KEXP's Kevin Cole will co-host with DJ Hermigervill. This concert is part of Taste of Iceland, a cultural celebration hosted by Inspired by Iceland throughout the U.S.

This event is free, 21+, and open to the public, first-come, first-served at the door at KEXP.

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THE SHOW

7:00 PM, Doors open & DJ Hermigervill

8:00 PM, Lúpína

9:00 PM, Sunna Margrét

9:40 PM, DJ Hermigervill

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Icelandair presents: Concert, Comedy & Cocktails.

Icelandair, in collaboration with the Icelandic Club of Greater Seattle, is hosting a concert with local superstars Bríet and Birnir on October 5th at Block 41.

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lúpína

Icelandic artist, songwriter, and producer lúpína embarked on her solo career in 2022 with the release of her ethereal synth-pop single Alein. This was followed by her debut album Ringluð. lúpína has gained significant attention on TikTok, propelling her song Ástarbréf—from her debut album—to over a million streams on Spotify in less than a year.

Her upcoming sophomore album marglytta or "jellyfish" in English is set to be released on the 27th of september. The album includes complex layers of synths, soundscapes, and captivating lyrics. Marglytta is an ode to herself, allowing people to see through her and her emotions—just like a jellyfish.

lúpína's music is a fusion of Icelandic lyric-focused Scandi pop exploring the boundaries of pop music, seamlessly blending different genres. She brings a fresh perspective to Icelandic music, infusing it with global appeal while staying true to her roots. As she continues to evolve as an artist, her music promises to leave an indelible mark on the local and international music scene.

Sunna Margrét

Of Sunna Margrét's recently released debut album Finger on Tongue, The Quietus said, "Oddball Icelandic pop packs a dense punch, heavy with ideas." A fitting description for one of the most intriguing artists to emerge from Iceland in recent years. Drawing from influences such as CAN, Suzanne Ciani, and PJ Harvey, Sunna has also been described as "weaving reinvented trip-hop" (Electronic Sound Magazine).

She's received enthusiastic support from KCRW, Under The Radar, BBC 6 Music, Radio X, and Soho Radio, and hosting an hour-long Freak Zone playlist show on BBC 6 Music. As well as featuring prominently in the May issue of Record Collector, enthusing about her favourite sounds and rarities from her extensive vinyl collection. Sunna Margrét played The Great Escape in May 2024 and the final LungA Festival in East Iceland and will play Iceland Airwaves in November.

Dj Hermigervill

DJ Hermigervill will host the evening and will play Icelandic tunes with a twist to keep the guests moving between sets. A longtime heavyweight of the Icelandic music scene, Hermigervill, a multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer, and DJ, has worked with many notable Icelandic artists, produced many Icelandic number-one hits, and released innumerable records under various guises.

Listen to Lúpína and Sunna Margrét on our playlist, Iceland Music Indie:

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