Ólöf Arnalds

Ólöf Arnalds will be at Théâtre l’Archipel in Paris on April 22, 2026. An Icelandic singer, songwriter and multi‑instrumentalist, she has been developing since the mid‑2000s a body of work at the intersection of acoustic folk, chamber pop and Nordic influences. Trained in singing and emerging from Reykjavík’s experimental scene, she was first noticed alongside múm before establishing herself as a solo artist.

From Við og við to Palme, her albums create an intimate aesthetic centered on the voice, delicate strings and spare arrangements. She alternates between Icelandic and English, explores vocal harmonies and does not hesitate to touch on more experimental textures. Collaborations with Björk and with bassist‑composer Skúli Sverrisson punctuate this journey without diverting its focus: precise, melodic songwriting rooted in attentive listening.

On stage, Ólöf Arnalds brings everything back to singing and acoustic performance. From ballads to more pop‑oriented formats, her pieces unfold with restraint and nuance, balancing closeness and reserve. An ideal occasion to hear her music up close, in a setting that favors detail and harmony.