Ólafur Arnalds is an Icelandic composer and multi-instrumentalist known for his unique blend of minimal piano and string compositions with electronic sounds. Born on November 3, 1986, in Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Arnalds embarked on a journey of musical exploration that has touched fans around the globe, beginning his career as a drummer for hardcore and metal bands before a shift toward neoclassical and ambient music. Arnalds' work has consistently traversed the borders of classical and electronic genres, granting him a distinctive position in the music world as a pioneer of contemporary classical.

Through a discography rich with emotive melodies and intricate soundscapes, Arnalds has crafted a sound that feels both intimate and expansive. Notable projects include his collaborations with Nils Frahm and his participation in the experimental techno duo Kiasmos. His solo albums, including releases such as "Eulogy for Evolution" and "Re:member," have earned him critical acclaim, further solidifying his reputation for pushing the boundaries of modern compositional music. The collection of reworks from his album "some kind of peace" evidenced in his recent releases, showcases Arnalds’ continuous reinvention and reaffirms his status as a master of his craft, gracefully connecting the dots between the classical tradition and contemporary electronic production.

Genres

Compositional Ambient

Icelandic Classical

Neoclassical Darkwave

Related Artists

Max Richter

Nils Frahm

Dustin O'Halloran

Hildur Guðnadóttir

Peter Broderick

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Arvo Pärt

Kiasmos

Hauschka

Ludovico Einaudi

Jóhann Jóhannsson

Yann Tiersen

Latest Release

Ólafur Arnalds: Some Kind of Peace

Ólafur Arnalds•

Alessandro Simonetto

Ep - 5 Tracks - Released October 5, 2024