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Harmony of the North: Iconic Icelandic Bands

Are you bored with your playlist? Don’t worry, we are about to load it up with some new and iconic Icelandic music. Iceland's music scene has exploded over the last forty years and we are so here for it! The country is home to some very talented musicians, singers, and songwriters. Most of them have taken their music worldwide and are still touring across the globe, while others are just breaking onto the scene. You may even be surprised to find out that some of these popular artists are from this small island. So let’s talk about the Icelandic bands and artists that you should check out!

Go Car Rental Iceland travel writer Leah BIlquist
By Leah BIlquistSep 15, 2022 • 13 min read Updated: Dec 7, 2023