Iceland punches well above its weight in the world of music, producing global icons like Björk, Sigur Rós, Of Monsters and Men, and Laufey, while at the same time nurturing a vibrant local scene. This book explores how Iceland's unique social habits, institutions and everyday practices contribute to its thriving music culture.
Tracing the development of Icelandic popular music since the rock 'n' roll era, it examines key influences shaping the scene, from Reykjavík's musicians to national institutions like radio and concert venues. With engaging explanations of sociological factors, the book sheds light on why Iceland has become a powerhouse in music. An illuminating journey through Iceland's music history, this is a celebration of the artistry and cultural forces behind its global impact.
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Icelandic Pop
Then, Today, Tomorrow, Next Week
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- Front Cover
- Half-Title Page
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Contents
- Preface
- Introduction: Music in Iceland, from the Beginning to the Popular Music Age
- 1 The 1950s: Rock from the Base
- 2 The 1960s: We Got the Beat (as Well)
- 3 The 1970s: Folkloric Prog and Socio-Realistic Pop
- 4 The 1980s: Punk Emerges and The Sugarcubes Break the Chain
- 5 The 1990s: The World Domination of Björk
- 6 The 2000s: Sigur Rós and the Icelandic Popular Music Phenomenon
- 7 The 2010s: An Ever-Growing Interest
- 8 The 2020s: Where to Next?
- Conclusion: Why Iceland?
- References
- Select Discography
- Photo Acknowledgements
- Index
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Yes, you can access Icelandic Pop by Arnar Eggert Thoroddsen,Thoroddsen, Arnar Eggert in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Media & Performing Arts & Music. We have over 1.5 million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.