The bandmembers have known each other since childhood and their friendship and understanding flows into their concerts. They will put on a dynamic set which goes from energetic rock to minimalistic folk. All the bandmembers also have a wealth of experience in performing live with other bands. The musical talent of the bandmembers combined with Myrkvi's sincere songs reflect in wholehearted performances and leave a deep impression on the audience. The atmosphere and bond that forms between Myrkvi and the audience is truly special.

Myrkvi was one of the first acts to be announced for Iceland Airwaves this year. Myrkvi usually goes on stage as a 4-man band but can also be stripped down to a 2-man set-up. We are currently planning and looking for opportunities in 2021 to follow up the recent debut album release.

BIO

Myrkvi is Magnús Thorlacius’ moniker as a solo musician. Magnús burst onto the Icelandic music scene in 2014 when Vio, an indie rock band he had formed just four weeks earlier, won the Icelandic Battle of the Bands (‘Músíktilraunir’), with Magnús also receiving the Best Singer Award. Previous winners include Of Monsters and Men, Samaris and Vök.

Vio were nominated as the Newcomer of the Year at the 2014 Icelandic Music Awards after their debut single 'You Lost It' became a national hit. Their debut album later became nominated as Rock Album of the Year at the 2015 Icelandic Music Awards. The album 'Dive In' enjoyed continued success at home e.g. their single 'Liðnar árstíðir' was the 5th most played song of the year 2015 on the largest radio station in Iceland. Vio released the EP 'Same Games' in 2017 including their most popular track to date 'Alright'. They are currently working on a comeback album.

In the beginning of 2020, Magnús revealed himself as Myrkvi (Icelandic for “eclipse”). He has enjoyed an excellent start to his solo career. His debut single 'Sér um sig' reached 2nd place on the main radio chart in Iceland and the single 'Gamechanger' has been widely played locally and in Germany. Myrkvi has presented a fresh sound to all fans of Icelandic indie music. The eagerly awaited debut album 'Reflections' was released on 30.10.20.

Myrkvi’s music evokes a warm feeling; acoustic, indie vibes are flavoured with jangly guitars and wholehearted melodies. Cordial vocals resonate with a rusty horizon, bringing a fresh, yet familiar, breeze to the scenery.

OTHER MEDIA & INFORMATION

EPK with all information: https://www.peer-agency.com/myrkvi-epk
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0ROfBHrpBd7ajKgrqkaUKE?si=M3AHHFTVTgW0xDZ3p_OQxA
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqpmCMWlobuMcf579elyo6g
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myrkvimusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myrkvimusic
Bandcamp: https://myrkvi.bandcamp.com
Website: http://myrkvi.net