Árstíðir - Ljóð í sand [Live]

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About this video:
Performing our song "Ljóð í sand" in Álftafjörður in the Northwest of Iceland. Directed by Gunnar B. Guðbjörnsson.

[@An_imaginary_friend]

11 years later. Still one of my favorite songs. ❤️

[@hateEdge83]

Yes

[@An_imaginary_friend]

And 13 years later too ❤️

[@TheMandarynka79]

And finally after long decades of dreaming about this beautiful country I went there :) I'll be back for sure :)

[@sherrard5492]

KZbin algorithms and Fagradalsfjall picked me up in California and dropped me off in this lovely spot. ☺️

[@Arstidir]

The pleasure was truly ours. Thanks for coming to see us!

[@fhpurcell7713]

I just found a CD of these guy's album Svefns og Vöku Skil on our kitchen table. Never heard of the band. Asked around and nobody in my family knows how the CD got into our house, apparently it's been here for years. So I decided to check out the music and I'm very pleasantly surprised, this is beautiful. So... thanks, universe, for randomly giving us an Árstíðir album.

[@shortbusbully]

Lyrics (as heard by a non native 'speaker') Við stóra strönd horfir yfir (By the long coast, looking over) og hugsar of langt, of mikið (and she thinks too long, too much) og tíminn líður þá breytist svo margt (and time ticks, then changes so much) sem aldrei nein hafði fyirir séð (like no one has ever seen) næstu nótt förum heim (the next night going home) tökum ekki eftir þeim (we don´t notice them) þungu skýjum sem herja á (the heavy clouds which gather above(TN in the sense of gathering an army, literally means 'make war')) sjórinn gengur á land (the sea marches to land (tide rises)) skrifa í svartan sand (I write in the dark sand) ljóðin þin og leyndarmálin min (your poems and my secrets) þvi fleiri stundir sem líða (so many hours elapsed) hun finnur nu til, of mikið (she´s feeling pain now, too much) og réttir hönd sína segir svo margt (and her outstretched hand says so much) grætir en fær aldrei svar (she cries but never receives an answer) næstu nótt fer ég heim (the next night going home) varla tek eftir þeim (barely noticing them) þungu skýjum sem herja á (the heavy clouds which gather above) sjórinn gengur á land (the sea marches to land) skrifa í svartan sand(I write in the dark sand) ljóðin þin og leyndarmálin min (your poems and my secrets) aaaaaahhhhh How´d I do? note förum heim and fer ég heim both mean 'going home' but the first is plural ie. going home together and the second is singular, he´s going home alone.

[@StefanSnorriStefan]

Translation fixed by a native..... Name : "Poem in a sand" Við stóra strönd horfir yfir (At a big cost, looking over) og hugsar of langt, of mikið (and thinks too deep, too much) og tíminn líður þá breytist svo margt (and when the time ticks, then so much changes) sem aldrei neinn hafði fyrir séð (like no one has ever seen) Næstu nótt förum heim (the next night we go home) tökum ekki eftir þeim (we don´t notice them) þungu skýjum sem herja á (the heavy clouds which gather above ("herja á" is an old phrase from the Vikings period and means military attack)) sjórinn gengur á land (the sea marches to land) skrifa í svartan sand ((I) write in the black sand) ljóðin þin og leyndarmálin min (your poems and my secrets) Fleiri stundir sem líða (More time is elapsing) hún finnur nú til, of mikið (she´s now feeling pain, too much) og réttir hönd sína segir svo margt (and by outstretching her hand says so much) grætur en fær aldrei svar (cries but never gets an answer) Næstu nótt fer ég heim (the next night I am going home) varla tek eftir þeim (barely noticing them) þungu skýjum sem herja á (heavy clouds which gather above) sjórinn gengur á land (the sea marches to land) skrifa í svartan sand((I) write in the black sand) ljóðin þin og leyndarmálin min (your poems and my secrets) aaaaaahhhhh

[@frangrant7577]

@@StefanSnorriStefan great! Thank you so much :)

[@anamorelggig]

Ooh, how is it humanly possible make such positively poetic sounds? A marvel.

[@elyssas.5012]

That's it. I'm moving to Iceland.

[@elyssas.5012]

Indeed. Let us leap upon the next iceberg & let it carry us to Reykjavik. ;)

[@elyssas.5012]

Arab Keffiyeh No, haha.

[@elyssas.5012]

Arab Keffiyeh I am American, but my ethnicity is Moroccan (Amazigh & Sephardic) and Lebanese. :)

[@elyssas.5012]

Arab Keffiyeh Cool. I'd like to visit Palestine one day.

[@elyssas.5012]

Arab Keffiyeh Hahaha! Yes, of course. ;)

[@Kimber22369]

i love your music. My father past away recently and your music soothes the ache and pain of his passing. I cant thank you enough for the gift of your songs. Please keep up the good work. You are all So talented & together you are awesome. I Love You!!!! ❤

[@heatherb1700]

saw the video of them singing in the train station, I am hooked! In love with this band!!!

[@sgthank]

+Sarah Hukill yea they're pretty damn good

[@lydiaradomska]

I am moving to Iceland, too

[@jfduug4994]

Same here. Someone linked me on reddit. This is really strange but also beautiful?? And moving???

[@ivanvojinovic862]

soooo it has been 4 years ...anyone moved to Iceland? :)

[@indrelarssen834]

Big respect to you who sing in your mother language. Don't understand a word, but enjoying 100% more than all that amount of music that goes on in English.

[@SpittingGun]

Ever heard of Old Blind Dogs? Look them up, they're one of my favorites. I do agree with you for the most part though- there needs to be more bands like this.

[@Radar-tastic]

Its not really the language you need to listen to its it the rhythm of it just like Japanese songs its the rhythm

[@SpittingGun]

***** I would agree with you on some part- yes, the rhythm is a HUGE part of making the song great. But another part of me loves listening to the different sounds of each language, and how their culture impacts the language they speak as well. I listen to a lot of Scottish Gaelic songs not only based on the rhythm, but the history/culture and language sounds that come with it.

[@Radar-tastic]

Thomas Child I couldn't agree with you more mate

[@indrelarssen834]

***** Language itself is music

[@Glory7RedemptionPrincess]

Iceland and Finland are my favourite countries :) I love you! PS. I 'm Polish :)

[@dinaemerson7428]

I saw them perform in 2011 in Reykjavik and it was the most beautiful concert I've ever heard. Absolutely transcendent.

[@linajurgensen4698]

I think I‘m gonna move from my home country Germany to Iceland someday. This is just pure beauty!❤️

[@freeandsassygirl]

Iceland Hidden heaven Love you all from Turkey

[@lynnarveson4653]

I am in awe of this group of people who offer such beauty to our planet through their music! How blessed are we that 🙏 they met, came together share their passion, their talents, their hearts with use. Very needed for the world ❤️ today. Thank you, thank you, thank you so very much ♥️♥️♥️💯

[@Enidan1111]

I don´t understand a word they´re singing but still it touches me inside. Absolutely stunning, I think that is what music is all about...

[@helenav5171]

+Enidan1111 I Totally feel the same way! :)

[@Danae0115]

I think I found my new favorite musical group.

[@sarae.3474]

Every time I hear this version, it BLOWS MY MIND that this was live with one mic. I have become SUCH a fan of their music and love each song more than the next, but I think this one is permanently in the #1 spot. :-)

[@annakobuk3618]

This was the first song by you I have ever heard. Over a decade ago. Still a very very special song. 🧡

[@wendydudok1520]

I can't wait to see you Lovely Icelandic ppl at Castlefest next weekend. Previewing on YT. Beautiful music. And I prefer the Icelandic over the English. It makes it more mystical. See u lads next week. 🙏❤️

[@pogebbies]

I have incredibly weird but good feelings about this song. It has a real Celtic feel to it and being from Ireland this song reminds me of a good bunch of other songs from there. Emotional, melodic and just beautiful. I dont often comment on songs, but this one brought up such emotion that I had to. It stirs up memories of watching my Dad play guitar and sing when I was a child. Thank you Árstíðir

[@linajurgensen4698]

Pog Ebbies Iceland is germanic not celtic.

[@kaimuehlenbruch]

@@linajurgensen4698 Is that so? Please tell me more :)

[@HinaKhan-ou3xc]

Thing is, while Grenholmish (Icelandic) culture is Germanic, it's influenced by Irish Celtic culture, since Gaels also settled on the island with the Norsemen.

[@ragnarlobrok1011]

@@HinaKhan-ou3xc True true...I can only speak for myself but I resonate strongly with the Celts and celtic music. Some say Icelanders are more or less 50/50 nordic and celtic if that can be divided cleanly. I feel that is close to the truth.

[@KT-ly2tr]

​@@linajurgensen4698 There is a great overlap between ancient celtic and germanic cultures. From their love for nature, their gods, and their art. Not to mention both are sub groups of I.E in linguistics. Meaning they share a common ancestor (which as of today is known as) the Yamnaya. These cultures arose independently of one another but have carried with them similarities that go way back to the early bronze age.

[@alexisdavalos4543]

I don't speak Icelandic, but the emotion behind this song was one of unity and love and togetherness. I am truly humbled and I thank you for what words cannot describe.

[@joannkk]

Today I was the part of this jaw-dropping event in Cracow. I didn't matter that I can't understand icelandic language. I was just standing there too astonished and smitten to move. I felt music gently surrounding my whole self and transferring me into some magical world where I'd like to stay forever. Thank you,thank you so much.

[@Jonne2002]

Greetings from Turkey!!:))

[@rebeccamcgraw6923]

This has got to be the most beautifulist music I've herd in ages ! Nice job ! Iceland is one of my fav countries ! 🇮🇸

[@annasmith4559]

Libby winter McGraw god bless ye!

[@natcik]

Najpiękniejsza poezja dla mego ucha (the most beautiful song I have heard my ear)

[@Sovekanaris]

Respect from Norway! Amazing and beautifull music!

[@rottenrafflesia]

OMG this song is so calming & charming

[@LightmyIce]

Í heimafirði mínum...takk fyrir það...Kristján Haukur

[@FutureAgentGirl]

this song inspired me to learn Icelandic :) absolutely beautiful music sung in a beautiful language

[@FutureAgentGirl]

This site is a good place to start www.101languages.net/icelandic/basics.html

[@ZeRoRuLeS561]

Taurus1992x icelandiconline.is

[@lauraopper2571]

the violin part on this song is just beautiful. It makes this piece of music extraordinary.

[@EduuReeiis]

This is so great, so magic. I'm in love by this song, by this group, by the Icelandic language. I hope, one day, to know this fabolous contry. Greetings from Brazil!

[@jeremyyiu1481]

I've fallen in love with this group. Off to purchase their music!! Wish I could watch them perform live!!

[@Arraart]

even though whole crowd in bratislava was wearing black, believe me we enjoyed your music. :) great performance !

[@drakontas1]

Við stóra strönd horfir yfir Og hugsar of langt, of mikið Og tíminn líður þá breytist svo margt Sem aldrei neinn hafði fyrir séð Næstu nótt förum heim Tökum ekki eftir þeim Þungu skýjum sem herja á Sjórinn gengur á land Skrifa í svartan sand Ljóðin þín og leyndarmálin mín Því fleiri stundir sem líða Hún finnur nú til, of mikið Og réttir hönd sína segir svo margt Grætur en fær aldrei svar Næstu nótt fer ég heim Varla tek eftir þeim Þungu skýjum sem herja á Sjórinn gengur á land Skrifa í svartan sand Ljóðin þín og leyndarmálin mín

[@mattjazz1000]

Great Show in Prague last weekend!! This is my favorite song on the last album - sooo beautiful voice! See you in Zoetermeer!

[@RavenMarin]

I love this music and the country of Iceland.

[@elkiuricelandsteillson9911]

Same here!!

[@Brenmi]

What a beautiful language Icelandic is :-)

[@TheJugendstil]

I cannot say how much I love this song. I could listen to it in repeat endlessly - and of course - move to Iceland ;)

[@steanvanwyk9478]

Totally addicted….. Absolutely beautiful….. The world needs more proper MUSIC like this.

[@redknight801]

It truly is amazing, isn't it...I am also completely addicted!

[@Bzoargh]

the language sounds so beautiful, with the music even more! Epic one, i love it!

[@helenav5171]

Very talented musicians who play BEAUTIFUL music. I LOVE them all. Such creators of beautiful sounds. Soothing to the soul. :) ( from WV U.S.A.)

[@rebeccamcgraw6923]

This music brings the soul to sanity and the feeling of love , when I listen to this music I feel calm and collected . This music brings the soul grace that the world once had . And now these wonderful people have brought out the wonders of the world and made all who listen happy ! 🇮🇸 = 💗THANKS SO MUCH !!!

[@stormrise5330]

So beautiful! Thank you for posting this for us to see.

[@Paleswift]

I saw you in Nuernberg last weekend.. and had to buy youre CD directly.. Its such a great music you make..

[@annelei6585]

Lovely voice, the first singer I mean. Its amazing how brave you sing this intensive music. Really beautiful. All the best to all of you! Anne

[@AnnieVonBraun]

This was so moving! I'm speechless!

[@redbastard7131]

This language sounds amazing....along with the melody create an unforgettable musical experience

[@dimauru]

Потрясающе! Очень красивая музыка - двно такого не хватало. Спасибо вам!

[@murder00redrum]

It is good to hear to voices of my ancestors! Greetings from Canada

[@maryeberhardt353]

Beautiful harmony and lovely playing..thank you from Wisconsin!

[@lindamcnamara1866]

the passion comes to me from the artist... i do not know your language, but i feel your energy in the song, the singing, the playing of the instrument, the compilation of the energies. thank you. i love your work, your artistry...

[@GimmeUrself]

They were in Poland, some weeks ago in Kraków, but i wish they will come again :)

[@xXAeris7Xx]

The new videos/songs are charming. Thanks for this profound feeling. Best regards for you guys.

[@dmitryE70]

Takk for din music!

[@johnholdson7630]

Still enjoy this so much

[@joannkk]

i just discovered this chamber of beauty. I'm gonna stay in there for a long while:). Thank you!

[@caioprado2668]

Very Beautiful!

[@dogloverlcp]

Wonderful

[@nadinminstrel4510]

It's so beautiful!

[@maryeberhardt353]

beautiful, haunting melody.. love it! Thanks so much from Wisconsin

[@Kela89]

thanks for performance in Ostrava! that was just beautiful.

[@aylethrudhale4489]

So good

[@gerardbutlerfan]

i don't understand any word, but this song is so beautiful! wow! i love the the light in this clip. nice location.. keep up the good work!!!

[@wednesdayLiM]

I can only agree with Kela89.. for me was your performance at Colours of Ostrava the most beautiful experience of the festival! Thank you.

[@enyula]

Oh, I love your songs! Amazing play, voices and beautiful language :) I'm so regretful I can't see you in April in Warsaw or Cracow... But I hope to see you in Poland again :)

[@IrishPippin]

i fell in love with your music :) good luck and thank you for making my life better by your wonderful music

[@Cali333222]

am in love...

[@Marinavmusic]

Very beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@adamai2483]

I figured out why I like these so much. Most of these songs are in the same key as most Elderscrolls songs.

[@caseywalker9799]

Truly moving music guys, keep it up.

[@LaskoBosko]

So natural music :)

[@pauskycaelum6276]

знакомая мелодия,красивая ♡

[@NDYzone]

amazing... cant wait to see them live :]

[@MissRedLilly]

Oh my, I'm in loveeeeee! Also when I'm listening to this song.. it actually sounds like Dutch! Still don't understand a thing but, wow

[@Kela89]

I'm from Poland. come to us soon! :)

[@cheerubebayonettaholopaine2638]

ok ok, im buying a ticket for your show here in 2 weeks! ok chill! 😝 just kidding 😉 i saw a flyer and listen to your songs on youtube now. i really want to join your show in Austria in 2 weeks! 😃 just great! 😘

[@rf8477]

This is very good :-)

[@gattoraky]

You guys are just awesome, what else should I say?

[@oddbjorgaramiasson4968]

Þetta lag er mjög fallegt!

[@mass010783]

I saw you yesterday in Rome...you're awesome!

[@bbbnordavind]

[@pedroasticanton]

wow.

[@bishpleeez]

my bandmate showed me this band and i am stunned... i think i'll lean icelandic....wanted to visit it one day anyway...

[@alexandrorodriguez5289]

God bless Iceland and its musicians!

[@melissahdawn]

What is that harmonica/hurdy gurdy sound @0:55? It adds alot, but I wonder if it is not playing on the outro to emphasize the singular going home... oh, I am overthinking this. I do absolutely adore just listening, really. Thank you for capturing those sounds. The world is a better place because you played them.

[@dirtyhappiness]

seen these guys with POS in Rome, amazing stuff!

[@pathwaymanagementpathway9074]

Ok.. what should we do, all those music lovers from the poor South to see them live performing in Athens, Greece? Beg? Blackmail? What??? Hey, guys, please, add Athens in your next tour.... Thank you!!!

[@gulauguroskarsson8373]

... dregur mann með sér þangað sem lifað er núna ... því aldan eyðir öllu sem skrifað er í fjörusandinn ... góð hugsun ...

[@alexc119]

I have no idea what they're saying but this is beautiful :)

[@coempa]

It's a letter used in the Icelandic language, as well as some other languages (Old English etc.) Pronounced like the 'th' in the word 'than'. You can probably find it somewhere in the word character catalogue, or try some keyboard settings.

[@lepietbull]

Aside from copy and pasting the letter,you can actually write it: Hold 'alt' and type the numbers on your num-pad: alt+0208 (Э­) or alt+0240 (­­ð).

[@mimmihannakuosmainen6868]

Håper dere kan komme til Norge og Oslo. Fantastisk flott musikk :D

[@kielconstantine]

Yeah, God Bless Iceland!

[@DavidRoberts]

Hayden Roberts you may like this band. Note the melodica! :-)

[@HaydenRoberts08]

Loved it!

[@BenjEvans]

I really like how it harmonises with the violin, this is great!

[@atkinsonkhan]

The vocals sound like the singer from Fejd. Which is awesome.

[@Joeldelliott]

This really pretty, the first I've heard your music. You probably get this a lot, so hopefully it's not too annoying of a question by now - do you have any english translations of your lyrics?

[@JTJ1991]

Such beautiful music. I just wish I knew what the song was about. Maybe in the future I'll see them in concert.

[@lauraopper2571]

I think it's called Poems in the Sand. Someone posted a rough translation a few weeks ago. I think it's about a couple breaking up and each going their separate ways...one with secrets and one with poems written in sand. If not, that would make a good song anyway.

[@mukk2630]

Gamingmedic Here is a translation : lyricstranslate.com/en/ljóð-%C3%AD-sand-poetry-sand.html-0

[@PhilippeFrancais85]

Dem strings!