múm
with support from Mr. Silla
Join us in the Main Hall for a rare live performance from exploratory Icelandic musical ensemble múm with support from Mr. Silla.
Formed in 1997, the self-described 'conveyors of sound' are renowned for their ethereal blend of electronic and acoustic elements, crafting soundscapes that invite listeners into a world of delicate melodies and intricate textures. Over the years, múm has collaborated with diverse artists, including Kylie Minogue and the Kronos Quartet, and has been celebrated for albums like Yesterday Was Dramatic – Today Is OK (1999) and Smilewound (2013).
About the artists
múm (pronunciation: [muːm] - moom) is an exploratory Icelandic musical group whose music is characterized by experiments in electronic music, soft vocals, glitchy beats, innovative sampling, and eerie effects with a variety of traditional and unconventional instruments. The band was formed in 1997 by founding members Gunnar Örn Tynes, Örvar Smárason, and twin sisters Gyda and Kristín Anna Valtysdótti. Since then, the collective has released six full-length albums, as well as a mountain of other music, singles, EP’s, collaborations, theatre, and film music. The band's lineup is in a state of constant change. So is their music.
Mr. Silla, aka Sigurlaug Gísladóttir, has been a fixture in the Icelandic music and art scene for decades. A member of múm since 2007, their many collaborations include a host of domestic and international acts such as Mike Lindsay (Tunng), Snorri Helgason, Mice Parade, Low Roar and Sam Potter (Late of the Pier) to name a few. Multi-instrumentalist, writer, and producer, Sigurlaug has been active since 2005, recording two solo albums (Mr. Silla, Hands On Hands) to critical acclaim, captivating audiences with their evocative stage presence and arresting vocal stylings. Make sure to be blissfully aware of the upcoming album entitled SANDS, the latest collaborative project of Mr. Silla & Sam Potter, set for release next year.