Volcano City: Iceland: Land of the Elves and Jonsi

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Iceland: Land of the Elves and Jonsi

Jonsi, the man with the ethereal voice behind Sigur Ros, has just released a solo album titled Go. The album, with contributions from indie rock's favorite classical composer Nico Muhly, is represented aptly by it's title, as this album goes places that Sigur Ros hasn't gone to. It's epic. It's majestic. It's Icelandic. This is the product of a culture that is so inspired by their landscape that they are unwilling to rule out the existence of elves.

In support of this album, Jonsi is planning what looks to be one of the most insane live shows ever, transporting audiences to the wondrousness that is Jonsi's imagination. Or maybe it's a representation of his backyard in Iceland. Check out this behind the scenes teaser of his live show. See him at the Roseland Theater on April 13.