Pjetur A Jonsson - Sverrir Konungur Dú Ert Módir Vor Kær

Review by Mary Schellhammer

Pjetur A Jonsson's album, Sverrir Konungur Dú Ert Módir Vor Kær, is a beautiful tribute to the Icelandic king Sverrir Sigurðarson and his mother, Ingibjörg. The album features 13 tracks, each one telling a different story of the king's life and legacy.

The album opens with the hauntingly beautiful "Sverrir Konungur," which sets the tone for the rest of the album. The song is a tribute to the king's bravery and leadership, and Pjetur A Jonsson's vocals are emotive and powerful.

Other standout tracks on the album include "Hamingjan mín," a melancholy ballad about the king's mother, and "Sverrir og Ásgerður," a duet with singer Ásgerður Júníusdóttir that tells the story of Sverrir's marriage to Ásgerður.

Throughout the album, Pjetur A Jonsson's voice is rich and expressive, and the arrangements are lush and evocative. The use of traditional Icelandic instruments, such as the langspil and the fiðla, adds an authentic touch to the music.

Summary by Mary Schellhammer

Sverrir Konungur Dú Ert Módir Vor Kær is a beautiful and moving tribute to one of Iceland's most beloved kings. Pjetur A Jonsson's talent as a singer and songwriter shines through, and the album is a must-listen for anyone interested in Icelandic history and culture.