Björk has announced plans to host a one-off rave in Iceland timed to coincide with this summer's solar eclipse, according to DJ Mag. The event will feature sets from Arca, Sideproject and Ronja Jóhannsdóttir.
Event Details
The solar eclipse event marks another site-specific project from the Icelandic artist, who has previously staged performances in locations ranging from power stations to geothermal pools. While specific venue details and ticketing information have not been released, the event is scheduled to take place during the solar eclipse visible from Iceland this summer.
Arca, a frequent Björk collaborator who co-produced portions of her albums Vulnicura, Utopia, and Fossora, will perform at the event. The Venezuelan producer and DJ has maintained a close working relationship with Björk since 2013.
The Lineup
Sideproject, the collaborative alias of Yves Tumor and Kelsey Lu, rounds out the international portion of the bill. The duo has performed together sporadically since 2022, blending experimental electronic production with live instrumentation.
Ronja Jóhannsdóttir, an Icelandic producer and DJ, represents the local contingent. She has released material on labels including Bjarki's bbbbbb Records and has become a fixture in Reykjavík's electronic music community.
Eclipse Timing
The August 12, 2026 solar eclipse will be visible across Iceland, Greenland, and parts of northern Spain. Iceland's position in the path of totality makes it a prime viewing location, with the eclipse expected to reach maximum coverage in the early evening hours local time.
Björk has not yet announced whether the performance will incorporate custom visual or technical elements designed specifically for the eclipse. Her past projects have included custom instruments, spatial audio systems, and VR components, though no technical specifications for this event have been confirmed.
The announcement arrives as Iceland continues to position itself as a destination for music tourism, building on the success of events like Iceland Airwaves and Sónar Reykjavík.
