Svavar Knútur

Svavar Knútur is an Icelandic singer-songwriter known for his heartfelt folk tunes and raw lyrical storytelling that often weaves between English and his native Icelandic. Hailing from the tiny fishing village of Ólafsfjörður, his music carries the windswept intimacy of Nordic landscapes, blending warm acoustic arrangements with poetic reflections on mental health, human connection, and the quiet chaos of everyday life. His recent releases—like the vulnerable *Emotional Anorexic (Repainted)* and the quietly urgent *While the World Burns (Repainted)*—showcase his knack for reinventing past work with fresh emotional depth, while tracks such as *November* and *Bil (Between)* highlight his bilingual charm and knack for balancing melancholy with wry humor. Whether performing solo or with a band, Svavar’s live shows are celebrated for their disarming honesty, often feeling more like late-night campfire confessions than traditional concerts.