PIC INFO: Spotlight on Icelandic post-punk/(A)narcho/experimental band KUKL, with Björk at the forefront, performing in Manchester, England, with CHUMBAWUMBA (supporting), c. 1984.
"Through the
Ugliness
Of mankind
We try to shine.
Against stupidity
Of mankind
We try to fight.
As our wages
We get the lunacy
Of others.
Our nourishment.
Atrocities of
the world.
Our nourishment,
Joy of the world."
Kaelan Mikla of Iceland, headlined the show last night at Rickshaw Stop. Their performance was bathed in soft, subtle, spiritual, mystic and dark wave synthpunk. It was an absolutely beautiful and stunning performance. I'm still floating...
Clips only the first superset today. Felt a bit sluggish. Had a goddam shake before lifting. Lesson never learned.
Warmup:
Jump rope x100 reps + Jump squats x10
Supersets:
Bw and weightvest pull-ups - 4 x 15 8 7 10
Ring deads - 4 x 7 6 6 5
Bodyweight walking lunge - 3 x ~14 steps
Db shrugs - 3 x 15 (60lb each)
Finisher: Kb snatch - 3 x 6 5 5 (20kg)
A-Z cat today is the amazing Hórmónar out of Iceland. I think I found them through KEXP, and I absolutely fucking love them! Only an album and an EP in, I hope they're doing well and making new music!
On this episode we look at the exciting new sounds of New Wave and post-punk that broke along the shores of Iceland in the 1980s.
On this episode of music segment for the RÚV English service, we look at the exciting new sounds of New Wave and post-punk that broke along the shores of Iceland in the 1980s.
From the brooding post-punky sounds of S.H. Draumur, Grafík, Lóla, Egó and Taugadeildin, to the synth wave quirkiness of Q4U and Sonus Futurae, we delve into this rather prolific decade that arguably produced some of the…
Today's tunes. Brought from my local record shop in 1989. I didn't have much money at the time and I thought 'Oh bugger', but then realised that it was on the Crass label. Because of that, I think it cost maybe £1 or thereabouts. I still think this is Björk singing at her best. As you can see, the sleeve unfolds into a large poster.
.In which it's really just a blatant excuse to build a playlist around the new Dessa double single.
I feel like this was predictable, to be honest.
Pick a song, based on a bad description. Whatever sounds like the best vibes to you. At the end of the week, I will put all of the songs into a playlist based on the poll results, starting with the song with the least votes and then going to the song with the most votes. I'll also reveal what all the songs are at that point, but if you're curious before then, send me an ask and I'll answer.
I feel like two of the songs should be pretty obvious, though. Also, the description for one of them is just straight-up song lyrics. And the Depeche Mode one is...
Yeah, anyway. Look, I'm just really happy I can put Dessa on a playlist with my Daði Freyr and my Citi Zēni without a lot of weird mood whiplash, you know? The orchestra stuff is great, but it can limit playlist creation.
Vote! Reblog! Please reblog, because when you do that the poll gets more answers and the playlist creation gets to take on a life of its own, rather than me having total control, which is kind of boring, truthfully. So, again, please reblog!
And I think that's it. Have fun! I'm going to listen to the new Dessa again.
Hello! My name is Rory, aka Lokavísi. From what I can tell, Lokavísi is Old Icelandic for "Loki's prince." (Explanation for this name choice is here.) I've been working with Loki since 2020, and shortly thereafter He welcomed me into his family. I've done the most work with His Jotun family, but am feeling a growing connection to Sigyn and their children. Both are lovely families with much to teach us. I also practice rune readings and am spending more and more time learning tarot. I love using these tools to communicate with Deities and just generally seek guidance along my journey. (If you would like a reading' that also would support my wife and I through her gender affirmation surgery process, click here!)
As you may have noticed, I tend to refer to Loki with he/they pronouns. This is just based on how He tends to appear to me, but I fully understand and respect anyone else using any other pronouns to refer to Them. Loki is most definitely one to challenge gender norms and we all have our own experiences with Them. Whatever is right for you in your relationship to Loki is valid and awesome.
Other useful disclaimers:
- Any original posts of mine are my own thoughts and UPG stories. It's absolutely ok if your UPG or opinions are different from mine. I love to hear about other people's experiences with Loki, His family, or any other Norse deities. My experience, or your own, is no more or less "correct" than anyone else's.
- I may make or reblog posts about deities outside of Team Ironwood. I have connections with other deities in the Norse pantheon, and am also looking to "shake hands," so to speak, with more deities from other pantheons as well. This blog will largely focus on the Norse pantheon, but don't be surprised if you see or hear any UPG about others!
- I think it's also worth noting that I did find my way to this path through my interest in the Marvel characterizations of the gods. Personally, I don't think the Gods mind this too much as long as people are willing and able to move beyond the Marvel interpretations of Them. I also think the Gods can find Their ways into those stories whether the writers/performers even believe in them or not. I am in no way equating Marvel's versions of the gods to the Gods, or Tom Hiddleston to Loki here on this blog. That is simply just not a thing and I will not indulge that idea. We are, however, going to be respectful of people who engage with and enjoy Marvel content, and affirm that said content can still be a part of some people's practice. I sometimes use gifs of Tom-Loki. Just accept that and move on.
- I identify as Lokean and Heathen. As a neurodivergent queer person, I am all about making Heathenry inclusive. Gods call to who They call to, regardless of one's origins, abilities, or personal identity. You are welcome in this space. I will do everything I can to make my little corner of the internet here as safe a space as possible. I understand Loki to care so deeply for humanity, especially the most marginalized of us. If there is anything I post that is problematic or rubs you the wrong way, do not hesitate to message me and talk about it. I want to grow in my understanding and foster community. I take such call outs in good faith, and trust that my posts and responses will be taken in good faith, too. I'm not going to engage with personal attacks or attempts to discredit my personal spiritual experiences. Nazi punks fuck off. ✌️
Thanks for reading this novel of an introduction. Enjoy the blog!
"Leaving You Behind" off of 2024 album The Phantom Carriage by Reykjavik, Iceland-based all girl ethereal post-punk trio Kælan Mikla in collaboration with Icelandic neo-classical composer Barði Jóhannsson