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Björk's Solar Eclipse Rave: Dancing Under Iceland's Shadow
13 Aug
Summary
- Björk hosted 7,000 people at a festival during a solar eclipse.
- The event featured music from Rosalía, Kelela, and Marina Herlop.
- The festival also celebrated the 40th anniversary of Smekkleysa label.
On August 12, 2026, Björk hosted the Echolalia festival in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, coinciding with a total solar eclipse. The event drew 7,000 attendees who danced to music from Rosalía, Kelela, and Marina Herlop, among others. Björk herself performed during the eclipse's path of totality, a moment that lasted one minute and four seconds.
The festival featured a DJ set by Arca and performances by 33EMYBW, Loscaballos, and local Icelandic artists. Echolalia also served to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Smekkleysa, an influential Icelandic music label established in 1986.
Attendees had the opportunity to visit Björk's Echolalia exhibition at the National Gallery of Iceland, which showcases installations inspired by her music and runs until September 19. This exhibition includes pieces related to songs from her 2022 album Fossora and an upcoming album.
