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Sólstafir - Returning To North America

Iceland's own Sólstafir recently did a tour with Pallbearer and Mortals in North America but they are coming back for more shows! The group just announced a headlining North American tour with support from Ancient VVisdom. The month-long tour kicks off on April 22nd in support of their latest creation Ótta. A full list of confirmed tour dates can be found below.

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 11.03.2015 by BloodTears | Comments (0)


Sólstafir - Announce Replacement For Drummer On Upcoming Shows

The Icelanders Sólstafir announced that their drummer Guðmundur "Gummi" Óli Pálmason will not be performing during their upcoming European shows. He will be replaced by Karl Petur Smith during this period.

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 23.01.2015 by BloodTears | Comments (8)


Sólstafir - Debut 'Lágnætti' Video

Iceland's Sólstafir present their new video today. After releasing Ótta, their intense new album, now you get to watch the first video made to promote the record. The song chosen was "Lágnætti" and you don't want to miss their stunning new music video. Watch the work of Bowen Staines and Gunnar B. "Gussi" Guðbjörnsson below that accompanies the song beautifully. Do you agree?

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 07.10.2014 by BloodTears | Comments (4)


Sólstafir - To Join Pallbearer And Mortals On Tour

Sólstafir just released their new album Ótta to much acclaim. Now they announce that they will be touring in North America in December with Pallbearer! The band is looking forward to this trek but before that they will also tour in Europe extensively. Check out their dates with Pallbearer and Mortals below.

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Posted: 10.09.2014 by BloodTears | Comments (5)


Sólstafir - Stream Entire New Album

You can now listen to the new effort by the Icelandic metallers Sólstafir, including the bonus tracks from the Deluxe Edition here or over here without the bonus tracks. Ótta will be released on September 2nd in North America and August 29th in the rest of the world through Season Of Mist. But why wait? Enjoy it in full now!

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 19.08.2014 by SceneryOfLoss | Comments (6)


Sólstafir - Streaming New Song

Here you have more new music from Sólstafir. It took them three years to prepare the new album Ótta but they have been sharing many new tracks before its release. The band is sharing now a song called "Dagmál," the final preview of the album. Stop what you are doing, take your time to listen to "Dagmál" and give us your impressions of the track.

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 21.07.2014 by BloodTears | Comments (4)


Damnation Festival 2014 - Ahab, Sólstafir And More Confirmed

This year marks the 10th anniversary of UK's Damnation Festival 2014. This upcoming November is one of celebration and German doom titans Ahab, and Icelandic atmospheric metal outfit Sólstafir are the latest names to be added to the tenth edition of the fest. More bands across four stages are still to be announced.

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Source: damnationfestival.co.uk
Event: Damnation Festival 2014 - 10th Anniversary
Posted: 30.06.2014 by BloodTears | Comments (2)


Sólstafir - Debut Another New Song

After the well-received premiere of their song "Ótta", Sólstafir today give us "Lágnætti", another track off their impending new opus Ótta. If you want to hear more of what the band has to offer, don't hesitate and check out the song on the Soundcloud player right here. This is also the long opening track of the album. Enjoy!

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 24.06.2014 by BloodTears | Comments (3)


Sólstafir - New Song Streaming Online

A new song off Sólstafir's new album Ótta is streaming online. The Icelandic band shared the title track which is currently streaming through the Soundcloud player available below. Not only that but the band also unveiled the cover art that will grace their impending new opus. What are you waiting for? Dive in now!

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 12.06.2014 by Karlabos | Comments (13)


Sólstafir - Unveil New Album Title And Release Date

The new Sólstafir record is coming and the first pieces of the puzzle have been unveiled. To follow 2011's Svartir Sandar, the Icelandic band will unleash Ótta and it has been scheduled for an August 29th release (September 2nd in North America) through Season Of Mist.

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 29.05.2014 by BloodTears | Comments (2)


Sólstafir - North American Tour Dates Announced

This week, Iceland's Sólstafir have announced a brief string of North American tour dates. The band's first-ever North American trek starts on May 15th in Toronto and will continue through the band's stop at this year's Maryland Deathfest on May 23rd. Support on these dates comes from post-rockers Junius. A full list of confirmed tour dates can be found below.

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 30.03.2014 by BloodTears | Comments (0)


Sólstafir - Streaming Previously Unreleased Track

Currently recording their new album, Sólstafir decided to share a treat with their fans: a very rare track called "Devilmask". This is a previously unreleased bonus song from the Masterpiece Of Bitterness gatefold vinyl. The song was recorded in the M.O.B. recording session in 2004, but was not included on the original 2005 release. Since the band is coming up with a new album, it helps with the waiting period. Check out the song below.

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Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 25.12.2013 by BloodTears | Comments (1)


Sólstafir - Enter The Studio

Icelandic metallers Sólstafir are finally working on new material. The follow-up to Svartir Sandar is shaping up because the band has entered the studio, Sundlaugin Studio, where the magic will happen. What are you hoping the new album will bring to the sound of the band?

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Posted: 02.12.2013 by Bad English | Comments (2)


Sólstafir - Debut Album To Be Reissued In November

Icelandic atmospheric black metallers Sólstafir have premiered the first track from the upcoming reissue of their debut album Í Blóđi Og Anda ("In Blood And Spirit"). The track titled "The Underworld Song", can be streamed at the Sólstafir Bandcamp page. The reissue of Í Blóđi Og Anda is slated for release on November 8th worldwide (November 11th in North America) through Season Of Mist. The cover art and tracklist can be found below.

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Source: season-of-mist.com
Band profile: Sólstafir
Posted: 04.10.2013 by BloodTears | Comments (3)


Long Distance Calling - Announce European Tour With Sólstafir And Sahg

Post rockers Long Distance Calling have announced their first European headliner tour dubbed The Flood Inside Tour. It will be the first time on stage with the new line up including vocalist Marsen Fischer. The band will be sharing the stage with Sólstafir, Audrey Horne and Sahg.

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Source: longdistancecalling.de
Band profile: Long Distance Calling
Posted: 05.12.2012 by BloodTears | Comments (1)