Rokkurro - The Backbone
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| Rokkurro - The Backbone |
Release Date: 11th August 2014
It wasn't always the case but
nowadays when a new act emerges from the volcanic terrain of Iceland people
tend to get a bit excited. A few years ago Rokkurro caused a ripple and now
they are back to cause something of a wave with new single 'The Backbone', a
song that starts like you would imagine Fleetwood Mac might if they had been
frozen immediately after recording Rumours and only thawed out when studio
technology had sufficiently progressed. The gentle, elemental undulations of
the simple guitar and synth melody are nudged along by some unassuming drumming
through some gorgeous key changes. On top of this musical landscape is the
dancing, skipping vocal performance of Hildur Kristin Stefansdottir which is
sublime and beautifully mimicked by a sparse piano line. Truly gorgeous,
sumptuous pop with a soul but don't take my word for it, give it a listen.
More information: http://rokkurro.com/
Listen Here: https://soundcloud.com/oscillate-dk/rokkurro-thebackbone/s-uUveN