Where you come from often has a profound impact on where you eventually go in life. While some people choose to focus on the negatives of any given situation, there are others who find beauty and inspiration in even the most unlikely places.
These people are generally the ones who achieve their goals.
Hailing from the tiny village of Syðrugøta on the Faroe Islands, vocalist Eivør grew up surrounded by the harsh, windswept landscape of the North Atlantic, and it informs her music perfectly. With ten studio albums to her name, as well as numerous collaborations with artists including Àsgeir, John Grant, Einar Selvik (Wardruna) and Dan Heath (Lana Del Ray) Eivør can be considered to be one of the most eclectic artists of the Nordics and one of the most mesmerising live vocalists of her generation.
Eivor is making her way to Australia next month, performing three intimate and spellbinding headline shows with her full band, plus also supporting Heilung on their national tour.
With a new album, Enn, to showcase and a new fan base to conquer, Eivor joined HEAVY recently to discuss the tour and the wonders of music.
"Oh my goodness, I'm so excited to come to Australia," she beamed. "I've never been there before, and it's always been on my bucket list. Finally, I get to come."
We ask what she is expecting from Australian crowds.
"I don't know really what to expect," she laughed. "Aren't they more rowdy? I can imagine they are, I don't know why (laughs)."
In the full interview, Eivor shared her preference for taking things as they come when touring a country for the first time, but mentioned that she has heard great things about Australia from friends. She shared that she would be playing a mix of new and older tracks from her 10th studio album during her shows.
Eivør discussed her musical influences and roots, revealing that her music is deeply influenced by her upbringing in the Faroe Islands. She explained that her music is a mix of various elements, but remains rooted in her Faroese roots. Eivør also mentioned that she often sings in her native language, which contributes to the unique sound of her music. She further noted that the music culture of the Faroe Islands, which is primarily acapella based, has a significant impact on her creations. HEAVY asked about the use of traditional instruments in her music, to which Eivør responded that while there are no traditional instruments in Faroese music, she incorporates a variety of instruments in her compositions.
She discussed performing with her band, including playing electric guitar and a shaman drum. She also mentioned her involvement in the Netflix series, The Last Kingdom, where she contributed to the soundtrack. Eivør revealed plans for three intimate headline shows in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Auckland. She also talked about her latest album, which has been well-received, and how excited she is to tour with the material plus more.