66 Degrees of Sound
Welcome to 66 Degrees of Sound, a show by The Reykjavík Grapevine bringing you all the latest music releases in Iceland. The Reykjavík Grapevine is an English language magazine published 18 times a year, focusing on all things Iceland-related. Launched in 2003, the independent magazine has long been a leading voice in Icelandic culture.
In this show made for music lovers and Icelandophiles, Grapevine journalists Rex Beckett and Jóhannes Bjarkason discuss and play some of the latest new music releases in Iceland.
The show releases three episodes per week. Artist Spotlight on Tuesdays, where the hosts are joined by a musician; Hot Happenings on Thursdays, where some of the most exciting events in Reykjavík are covered; and Saturday Morning Mix on Saturdays, featuring a curated playlist for your weekend's delight.
This show is produced by the Reykjavík Grapevine.
66 Degrees of Sound
Saturday Morning Mix #3
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Ahh, it's another fine Saturday morning in Reykjavík and what better way to start the weekend than with some piping hot new tunes! Hosts Rex and Jói once again bring you five fresh picks that have been blowing up our Grapevine playlist.
This week we have vibes from all over the shop — some eerie ambient from Sin Fang, the new intercontinental collab Vil, the roaring comeback of Tófa, the polished ravey growth of sideproject, and an absolutely gutting cover by Önnu Jónu Son.
Grab a hot cup of joe and have a listen!
Episode Tracklist:
Sin Fang — Piss in the Atlantic (r. May 9)
Vil — Graven (r. May 3)
Tófa — Hot Tears (r. April 25)
sideproject — weight (r. April 24)
Önnu Jónu Son — True Love Will Find You In The End (Daniel Johnston cover) (r. March 4)
66 Degrees of Sound is a podcast production by The Reykjavík Grapevine, hosted by music editor Jóhannes Bjarkason and listings editor Rex Beckett.
Editing and intro music by Rex Beckett.
All tracks played on the show are in accordance with STEF, the Composers’ Rights Society of Iceland.
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