Iceland punches well above its weight in the world of music, producing global icons like Bjoerk, Sigur Ros, 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 Reykjavik'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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This is a wonderfully affectionate history of music-making in Iceland. Nothing here on hot springs or glaciers, but a rich and thoughtful account of what it means to be a popular musician in a very small, intense and playful country. * Simon Frith, Emeritus Professor of Music, University of Edinburgh * Icelandic Pop charts the musical changes of a small nation, from rock 'n roll to Laufey and everywhere in between. Thoroddsen is simply a stupendous storyteller, and shows without a doubt that Icelandic pop is so much more than just "meanderings about elves, quirkiness, lava and volcanos". * Sarah Hill, Associate Professor of Popular Music and Tutorial Fellow of St Peter's College, University of Oxford *
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Höhe: 210 mm
Breite: 148 mm
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978-1-83639-114-2 (9781836391142)
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Arnar Eggert Thoroddsen is Director of the Undergraduate Media and Communication Studies programme at the University of Iceland. A renowned music journalist, he is the author of three books on Icelandic music.
