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It was hard not to feel like this, in a formal concert hall with a full orchestra, was where this band, and these songs, truly belonged.
Described by Sigur Rós bassist Georg Holm as "almost an inevitable thing to happen," the lush experience of Sigur Rós' orchestral tour finally makes its way to Australia this month.
Other acts heading to Australia throughout May and June include Japanese Breakfast, Marlon Williams, Soccer Mommy, Skegss, and many more.
The Icelandic band will perform with orchestras across the country.
The new exhibition details the fear Jónsi felt while he was stuck in America as his home country, Iceland, was struck by the eruption of the volcano Fagradalsfjall for the first time in almost 800 years.
Who doesn’t love a surprise album?
"They produce an epic elemental noise that feels more like an awe-inspiring force of nature."
They'll arrive armed with new music, alongside material from their acclaimed 25-year old discography.
The Icelandic group have claimed it is the fault of their former accountant.
Music to listen to while the world crumbles around you.