Icelandbased

Icelandbased refers to a type of Icelandic music that emerged in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The genre is characterized by its use of electronic instruments and synthesizers, often incorporating elements of ambient, downtempo, and trip-hop music. Icelandbased artists typically use Icelandic language in their lyrics, which often explore themes of nature, isolation, and the human condition. The genre gained international recognition with the release of the album "Takk..." by Sigur Rós in 2005, which won the Grammy Award for Best Electronic/ Dance Album. Other notable Icelandbased artists include múm, Of Monsters and Men, and Jónsi. The music of Icelandbased is often associated with the country's unique landscape and cultural identity, reflecting the influence of Icelandic nature and folklore on the genre.