Vök is an Icelandic electronic dream-pop band, blending smooth electronic beats with haunting vocals and ethereal soundscapes. Formed in 2013 in the town of Hafnarfjörður, the band quickly carved out a niche for themselves with their distinctive sound. The core members include Margrét Rán (vocalist and guitarist), Andri Már (saxophonist and synthesizer), and Ólafur Alexander (guitarist and bassist). They initially gained attention after winning Iceland's prestigious Músíktilraunir competition, the same contest that once set acts like Of Monsters and Men on course for international acclaim.

Vök's discography is a testament to their evolving artistry, with releases such as their debut EP "Tension" (2013) and their 2015 follow-up EP "Circles" leading up to their well-received 2017 debut album "Figure." The title track, along with the remixes that followed, showcase the band's ability to reinterpret their own work and appeal to a wide array of listeners. With songs like "Stúdíó Rúv," "Stadium," and "Higher," Vök has demonstrated a consistent flair for crafting immersive tracks that wear their emotional and atmospheric heart on their sleeve. Whether they're delivering upbeat, danceable rhythms or introspective ballads, Vök's music is characterized by a sense of northern melancholy and the blend of traditional instrumentation with modern electronic production that has come to define much of the Icelandic music scene.

Genres

Icelandic Electronic

Icelandic Pop

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Latest Release

Stúdíó Rúv - Vök

Vök

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released October 13, 2023