Sigur Ros Archive
Behind the Majestic Sound of Sigur Rós and Their Made-Up Language, Vonlenska
March 24, 2014
Icelandic post-rockers Sigur Rós craft one of the most strikingly unique sounds in the world. Its a swelling blend of orchestral grandiosity, tranquil cinematic lulls, and frontman Jónsi’s piercing falsetto. This is all heralded by perhaps their most unique trademark, that many of their vocals are sung in a made-up language created by the band
Best Use Of Sigur Ros’ Music In Cinema & TV
September 2, 2013
With their avant-garde blend of ambient post-rock and minimalist neo-classicalism, not to mention frontman Jonsi’s tendency to sing in an invented language, Icelandic outfit Sigur Ros seemed destined to spend their days as an obscure cult act, capable of achieving huge acclaim but little in the way of sales, when they arrived on the scene
Sigur Ros ‘Kveikur’ Album Review
June 19, 2013
For all the idiosyncrasies involving their made-up language and oddball instrumental concoctions, Icelandic rockers Sigur Rós are always a surefire bet to produce beautifully sweeping music. Their sound can alternate from quaint piano accompaniments to swelling orchestras in a heartbeat, which leaves room for the sporadic over-indulgences that come with such an ambitious approach. Sigur
