Sigur Rós
Sigur Rós were formed by Jónsi, Georg and the former drummer Agúst in 1994. They were later joined by Kjartan and when Agúst left the band after the recording of Agætis Byrjun in order to pursue a career in graphic design, he was replaced by Orri. Sigur Rós hail from Iceland, and rightly claim to bring you the beautiful landscape of their homeland with their music. It's impossible to justify it with words, you have to listen to it to understand.
The band consists of Jón Þór (Jónsi) Birgisson (vocals, guitars), Kjartan (Kjarri) Sveinsson (keyboards), Orri Páll Dýrason (drums) and Georg (Goggi) Holm (bass). They create a remarkable sound considering the basic instruments used. Jónsi often uses a cello bow to play his guitar, resulting in an effects-laden, atmospheric, totally unique sound. His voice is probably the most unique thing about Sigur Rós. A falsetto somewhere between Thom Yorke and a choir boy.
Eighteen Seconds before Sunrise - Official Sigur Rós site. Loaded with songs, videos, and other media + the band's myspace
Youtube is an amazing thing. If you know of other videos, post in the comments and I'll add them to this post. Videos sorted by album:
Von: Haffsol (live)
Ágaetis Byrjun: Svefn-g-englar (and the making of), Vidrar Vel Til Loftarasa, Ny Batteri (live), Olsen Olsen (live), Olsen Olsen (live), Staralfur (live)
( ): Untitled #1 (vaka), Vaka (live), Untitled #4 (live)
Takk: Glósóli, Hoppipolla, Hoppipolla (live w/ Mea Bloanasir)
Other: Live outside in Iceland, Gítardjamm (Live/unreleased), Frakkur, Odin's raven Magic, Saeglopur
The Sigur Rós discography (mp3.com).
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