Arstidir Music

Árstíðir is a vocal­-based acoustic band from Reykjavík with a sound unique to the Icelandic music scene. All six members are distinguished players known from various bands in the Reykjavík soundscape. Over the two and a half years since Árstíðir’s formation the band has released two records praised by trendsetting music critics, had two number­-one hits on Icelandic radio, made several TV appearances in Iceland, Sweden, Russia, and the Czech Republic, and played sold out venues all over Europe.

Árstíðir’s arresting six-part vocal harmonies and lush instrumentation set them apart, effusing a warm tide of resonant acoustic and baritone guitars, virtuosic piano, and melismatic strings. The result is an uncommonly wide spectrum of sound, driven by the members' exceptional vocal range.

Consequently, Árstíðir’s music is a rare composition of the clear-cut and the complex. Their songs are easy to fall in love with, yet mixed with diverse influences such as progressive rock, indie, classical chamber music, and Icelandic folk music.

BAND MEMBERS

Daníel Auðunsson - Guitar & vocals

Gunnar Már Jakobsson - Guitar & vocals

Ragnar Ólafsson - Baritone guitar & vocals

Hallgrímur Jónas Jensson - Cello & vocals

Jón Elísson - Piano & vocals

Karl Aldinsteinn Pestka - Violin & vocals