Ampop
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| Origin | Reykjavík, Iceland |
| Genres | Dream pop, downtempo, indie pop, indie rock, alternative rock |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Labels | TMT, Dennis, Sena |
| Members | Birgir Hilmarsson Kjartan F. Ólafsson Jón Geir Jóhansson |
Ampop is an Icelandic melodic-pop/rock band from Reykjavík, Iceland. Founded in 1998 by Kjartan F. Olafsson and Biggi Hilmarsson, the name of the band is actually the name of the first song they ever wrote, and is made from the words ambient and pop, which they thought was the definition of the music they were making at that time.
Members
The band was originally a duo, but before making their third album they added a drummer to the band. The band consists of three members:
History
Ampop released two electronic based albums in their homeland, Nature Is Not A Virgin and Made for Market. The band recorded in their own
Post Ampop
In 2008, frontman Biggi Hilmarsson created and launched his new concept "Blindfold" in the UK, composed of four young Alternative Indie Rockers with their 'Cinematic Indie-Rock'. In 2009, they released the album "Blindfold". 'Faking Dreams' was made with management by JC Caddy.
In 2011, Kjartan Olafsson released his eponymous solo debut as Kjarr. He has also worked on other projects, taking on the keyboard duties with Icelandic rockers, "Leaves" in 2009. He also does vocals on the album "Love in times of repetition" by Icelandic electronica duo Asonat (2012).
Jón Geir Jóhansson plays drums with a number of acts, the most notable being Icelandic Viking Metal band, Skálmöld.
Discography
Studio albums
- Sail to the moon (2006)
- My Delusions (2005)
- Made For Market (2002)
- Nature Is Not A Virgin (2000)
Singles
- Gets me Down (2006)
- My Delusions / Youth (2005)
- Made For Market (2002)
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