Reykjavík Grapevine - 03.06.2016, Page 22

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O N E Y E A R O LD A N D FR ES H ER TH A N E V ER
People say Iceland has just two seasons: winter and light winter. However, for
about a year now, a third, #sturlaseason, has been shaking the country.
Many would say Sigurbjartur Sturla Atlason (Sturla Atlas), a light-skinned,
blond 101 boy, is the reason for the mania around hip-hop and RnB in Iceland. He
started Sturla Atlas alongside his friends, Logi Pedro and Jóhann Kristófer (Joey
Christ), just one year ago, and has watched it grow tremendously since. With its
rabid social media following and award for “Best Newcomer” at the Iceland Music
Awards, it seems the friend-group-turned-rap-clan just keeps on rising.
Words & Photos HREFNA BJÖRG GYLFADÓTTIR
Happening at Solstice