The sun is gone / But I have a light*
The last few days have been very sunny but also very cold. The northern lights have been making the night sky come alive. I can feel that summer is ending; I see it every morning. The sun is lower on the horizon, and soon it will disappear for good. And to be honest, I don’t […]
Volcano Diaries: what started as a dream quickly turned into an obsession
I want to share something special with you—a journey that has taken me to the edge of the earth, both physically and creatively. For the past few years, I’ve been obsessed with capturing the raw and powerful sound of a volcano. It all started when I first heard a recording from the Stromboli volcano by […]
Dynjandi
Dynjandi waterfall is a must-stop while in the West Fjords, which I can finally add to my sound map of Iceland. It is a magnificent gem, and its volume is almost overwhelming, as is its sound. Dynjandi, also known as Fjallfoss, cascades down a series of seven tiers, with the largest drop measuring about 100 […]
Þverbrekkuvatn
Þverbrekka is an abandoned farm in North Iceland, close to Akureyri, located on the west side of the river, once the home of Víga-Glúmur from the Saga times. Above the farm stands Þverbrekkuhnjúkur, one of the highest and most rugged mountains in the area, reaching an elevation of 1,142 meters. At the top of this […]
Recording Puffins: A Reflection on Environmental Changes
I’ve shared the sounds of puffins before, and their beautiful way of talking to each other never stops surprising me. This time, I want to share something different. During a recent interview, I was asked about how recording sounds reveals environmental changes, especially with the climate. Even though “Noise From Iceland” is mainly an artistic […]
Garðar BA 64 shipwreck
Driving along the rugged road 612 Örlygshafnarvegur in the Westfjords, we stumbled upon the Garðar BA 64 shipwreck. This old whaling ship, built in Norway in 1912 and later used in Iceland’s fishing industry, was grounded in 1981. Now, it stands as a fascinating relic of the past. I was drawn to this old, rusting […]
Rauðisandur Beach: The Soundtrack of Iceland’s Wild Westfjords
Rauðisandur Beach in Iceland’s remote Westfjords is unlike any place I’ve ever been. The drive there is intense, with narrow, winding roads that challenge even the most experienced drivers like myself. But the destination makes every hairpin turn worthwhile. What struck me most about Rauðisandur wasn’t just the stunning expanse of red and golden sands […]
Hjálparfoss
The name of this place literally means „a waterfall of help”. Long ago, travelers who crossed the tough desert area of Sprengisandur would stop here to get water and food for their horses. This place is on the lava fields north of the Hekla volcano. It might look unassuming, but its sound is really loud […]
The Fury of Icelandic Storms
One of my favourite things to record here is wind and storms. Although they are very common, each time is exciting. Why? Icelandic storms are notable for their intensity and the unique meteorological conditions that lead to their formation. The key factors that make Icelandic storms distinct include. Geographic Location Iceland is situated in the […]
“Windless” day in Reykjavík
Last Sunday, as I looked out of my window at the nearby flags, I noticed their stillness. It seemed to be a windless day. With plans for a run, I packed a small running backpack, including a recorder to capture the serene sounds of the sand and ocean at the tranquil beach. However, the moment […]
