A sonic journey through decades of Icelandic music
Join Hermigervill for an intimate listening party at Seattle’s premier vinyl bar, Shibuya HiFi, exploring the songs that capture what it means to live and grow up in Reykjavík—much like the music that defines great American cities. In Reykjavík, music is woven into everyday life. Scenes overlap, generations mix, and musicians grow up close to their influences, audiences, and each other. That proximity has shaped a sound that is personal, experimental, and inseparable from the city itself. This is not a live set or a showcase. Instead, Hermigervill opens his personal archive for a one-night-only journey through Reykjavík’s musical identity, sharing rare recordings and the stories behind them.Presented in the spirit of Reykjavík Music City, celebrating a city where music is part of daily life and the city itself helps shape the sound.
DJ Hermigervill
A genre-blurring multi-instrumentalist, producer, and DJ, Hermigervill has been a cornerstone of Iceland's music scene for years, collaborating with the country's most celebrated artists. A longtime Taste of Iceland favorite, he brings an authentically Icelandic soundscape to every performance, guiding the evening with rare insights and carefully curated tracks.
Shibuya HiFi
During Taste of Iceland 2024, Icelandic DJ Hermigervill brought his signature (and very precious) vinyl set to The HiFi Room Experience at Shibuya HiFi, Seattle’s premier analog listening lounge. Surrounded by Nordic design and premium audio equipment, guests explored Iceland’s musical heritage through rare grooves and deep cuts, all heard exactly as they were meant to sound.
Space is limited at this exclusive event.
The Music is in
Reykjavík
Reykjavík has long been known for its vibrant music scene and massive creative output. Internationally revered musicians such as Björk, Of Monsters and Men, Sigur Rós, Ásgeir, Emiliana Torrini, múm, Kaleo, Ólafur Arnalds, and Gus Gus, along with composers like Hildur Guðnadóttir, Víkingur Heiðar, Anna Thorvalds, and the late Jóhann Jóhannsson have all played a part in establishing Reykjavík's reputation as a unique place to enjoy live music. The city's eclectic mix of genres, venues, events, and performers makes any music experience memorable. No matter what time of year, a visit to Reykjavík is incomplete without exploring its unique music scene! For upcoming music festivals (from opera to metal), record stores, and an interactive list of venues, check it out.
