German DJ and producer Christian Löffler occupies an intriguing space in the landscape of electronic music. A self-taught musician, his productions combine elements of dancefloor techno and ambient electronica. They are distinguished by his use of acoustic material, which Christian transforms and transfigures into warm, enveloping atmospheres.  For his latest project – Parallels: Shellac Reworks […]

Icelandic composer and producer Ólafur Arnalds has been at the vanguard of contemporary instrumental music for over a decade. A punk drummer turned ambient pianist (thanks in part to a supportive grandmother), Ólafur’s music has been streamed over one BILLION times (yes, with a B). Ólafur’s intimate compositions and organic production style have thrived in […]

Agnes Obel is one of the most independent and original producers, songwriters and performing artists in contemporary music.

International artists who record music in Iceland can now score a 25% rebate on all recording expenses – including travel and accommodation costs, along with studio rates and the cost of hiring an engineer. Conceived by Iceland Music, the country’s music export office, the ‘Record In Iceland’ initiative covers any recording facility in the country, […]