Sónar Reykjavik 2016 announces first artists
Sónar Reykjavik takes place in the stunning setting of Harpa concert hall in the city centre, designed by artist Ólafur Elíasson. Mbl.is/ Styrmir Kari
The Sónar Reykjavik music festival, now in its fourth year, has just announced the first artists performing at the festival at Harpa concert hall in February. Among the artists are Apparat Organ Quartet, Hudson Mohawke, Squarepusher, Holly Herndon and Rødhåd.
The festival takes place from February 18th - February 20th on five stages showcasing in particular some of the world's leading electronic artists.
Leading the line-up of international artists is go-to producer for hip-hop royalty Hudson Mohawke, bringing his acclaimed live show to Reykjavik. Joining him are two more Warp veterans Squarepusher, and Oneohtrix Point Never, who both manage to broach the boundaries of electronic experimentation in their own unique ways.
A well-established Sónar artist, Holly Herndon brings her sound artistry mixed with dark techno to the billing, with producers Rødhåd and Recondite showcasing their peerless German techno. With a reputation for uplifting sets honed on the Chicago club scene, the iconic Black Madonna will be joining the line-up, with the electronic trio from Copenhagen AV AV AV finishing the international billing.
Representing the exploding local music scene are veterans Apparat Organ Quartet bringing their well-honed ‘machine rock & roll’ to the line up, with the newly-formed trio Gangly, plus Skeng and The Vaginaboys showcasing Iceland’s upcoming talent.
Sónar Reykjavik would not be complete without representatives from the burgeoning Icelandic hip-hop scene on the line-up. Úlfur Úlfur, who have just released their second album, and upcoming Sturla Atlas all draw from the esoteric and extreme history and landscape of Iceland to create a unique and experimental form of hip-hop.
For more information, tickets and packages visit the Sónar Reykjavik website HERE
