Virgin Orchestra

Recorded during Iceland Airwaves 2024, this episode features post-punk titans Virgin Orchestra, who cemented their status as one of Reykjavík’s most thrilling new bands with the release of Fragments in 2023. Their latest single The Pathetic Song—out 31 March 2025—is a couch-wave-noise-fest based on a stoner beat in the spirit of ’90s Bristol yet bursting with the screeching chaos favoured by Buckfast-fuelled youth in ’80s Glasgow. Northern Rising is produced by Iceland Music, Record in Icelan...

Om Podcasten

Northern Rising, is a podcast mini-series recorded during the 2024 edition of Iceland Airwaves. It offers a glimpse into the chaotic and colourful experiences of Iceland’s most exciting new artists. Hosted by podcast, radio and Iceland Airwaves veteran Tim Pogo—who’s been covering the festival since 2000 and can help you find your way around Reykjavík (but not pronounce anything)— the series follows a selection of fast-rising acts throughout the festival, and a few of Reykjavik’s must visit haunts. Northern Rising is produced by Iceland Music, Record in Iceland, and Tim Pogo in collaboration with The Reykjavík Grapevine.