Seattle's Rock Voice Meets Icelandic Energy, Savanna Woods and Eyþór Ingi Join Forces
From a Mid-Winter Festival in Seattle to the Stage at Bæjarbíó and Græni Hatturinn. Music Bridging the Atlantic.
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The journey from Seattle to Iceland can be long, but sometimes music can shorten the distance into a single, electrifying moment. This perfectly describes the musical collaboration between Savanna Woods, a rock vocalist from Washington who rose to prominence on the American TV show The Voice, and Eyþór Ingi, one of Iceland's most renowned rock vocalists. Savanna is performing in Iceland for the first time, joining Eyþór Ingi for a special concert at Bæjarbíó in Hafnarfjörður and in Akureyri at Græni Hatturinn.
Savanna Woods – The Voice from Seattle’s Heart
Savanna Woods is not your typical vocalist. Kelly Clarkson, her mentor on The Voice, described Savanna's sound as "if Patty Griffin and Nirvana had a baby" – a striking description rooted deeply in Seattle's authentic rock scene and infused with folk-inspired depth. She gained recognition with her performances of "Zombie" and "Black Hole Sun" and is currently working on an ambitious album of 18 original songs, exploring the vastness of the world, often accompanied only by her guitar. Savanna lives and works in a tiny home-studio caravan, hosting weekly livestream performances called "Wandering Wednesday" from various locations around the globe. This constant travel and closeness to nature significantly influence her artistic vision, reflected clearly in her lyrics and storytelling.
Eyþór Ingi – Powerful Presence on Stage
Eyþór Ingi hardly needs an introduction to Icelandic music fans. His powerful voice has graced various platforms, from rock stages to Eurovision, and he is renowned for his charismatic stage presence and engaging humor between songs. Eyþór has made a significant impact on the Icelandic music scene, excelling in diverse musical projects throughout his career.
An Unexpected Friendship Turns into Musical Collaboration
Their paths first crossed in a surprising setting: Savanna performed as a surprise guest at a Mid-Winter Festival (Þorrablót) organized by the Icelandic community in Seattle in 2023. They shared the stage and sparks flew immediately, both musically and personally. Since then, they've continued to nurture this friendship and artistic connection, which culminates in tomorrow's highly anticipated concert.
From Seattle to Iceland – Goosebumps on Stage
Concertgoers can expect a potent blend of American and Icelandic rock, merging soulful depth with intense electric energy. Savanna Woods is performing on Icelandic soil for the first time, but likely not the last. Bæjarbíó and Græni Hatturinn will undoubtedly witness unforgettable moments as two distinctive voices unite for a remarkable musical adventure.
“I particularly liked those moments when you were wailing and you were hitting those notes with so much electricity and edge in your voice.”
-John Legend
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