Sigur Rós ÁTTA

Experience the long-awaited return of Icelandic musical pioneers Sigur Rós with their mesmerizing new album, ÁTTA. Available digitally on June 16th and followed by a physical release on September 1st, this highly anticipated record marks the group's first album in nearly ten years. With the return of multi-instrumentalist Kjartan Sveinsson, ÁTTA introduces a new chapter in their illustrious career.

Recorded across various iconic locations including their Sundlaugin studio in Iceland, Abbey Road in the UK, and multiple studios in the US, ÁTTA showcases the band's unrivaled musical prowess. Collaborating with the esteemed London Contemporary Orchestra conducted by Robert Ames and enlisting the brass talents of longtime collaborators Brassgat í bala, this album presents a captivating fusion of orchestral arrangements and Sigur Rós' signature sound. Renowned collaborator Paul Corley adds his touch as the mixer and co-producer of the album.

Frontman Jónsi expressed the band's creative vision for ÁTTA, emphasizing their desire for minimal drums and creating a soundscape that is both ethereal and beautiful. As they embrace their maturity and evolving perspective, their intention was to evoke genuine emotions and create a sense of introspection in the listener. ÁTTA invites you to embark on a sonic journey that transports you to a realm of serenity and contemplation.

Sveinsson further describes the album's arrangements as dramatic and expansive, recognizing the world's need for such immersive and profound musical experiences. He believes that music is open to interpretation, allowing individuals to connect with it in their own unique way and experience the depth of its impact.

ÁTTA is the highly anticipated follow-up to Sigur Rós' acclaimed 2013 album, Kveikur. As a preview of this remarkable record, they released "Blóðberg," their first new, original song in nearly a decade. The album promises to captivate both long-time fans and new listeners alike, offering an immersive and transcendent musical journey.

Discover the sonic brilliance of ÁTTA by Sigur Rós on September 1st. Experience their extraordinary musical tapestry and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of their compositions. Don't miss the opportunity to own this remarkable album, which is now available to ship across Ireland from IrelandVinyl.com or can be found in-store at Zhivago Gifts in Galway.