Rústir (Icelandic rock band from Reykjavík) at Art Cafe

RÚSTIR (Ruins) Rústir is an Icelandic rock band formed in 2022. The band consists of Ari Ingolfsson (guitar, vocals), Friðbjörn Hólm Ólafsson (bass) and Guðjón Ólafsson (drums). They are seasoned musicians – more middle-aged gentlemen than young lads – who have been involved in music for quite a few decades. Ari and Friðbjörn previously played together in the band Band of Reason, which released several albums. Drummer Guðjón joined Rústir in 2024. That same year, the band released three singles. Then, in May 2025, came their first full-length album, *Tækifæri*, featuring eleven original tracks. Rústir play fresh Icelandic rock with a variety of flavours and influences, yet they remain firmly rooted in familiar rock territory. Their music has energy, experience and a good dose of Nordic atmosphere. Come and hear them live on Saturday evening, 17 October 2026, at the Art Cafe loft. Tickets: http://www.tootoot.fm Thank you for supporting independent cultural centres.

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Rústir: about the band Icelandic: Hljómsveitin Rústir is an Icelandic band formed in 2022. It consists of Ari Ingólfsson on vocals and guitar, Friðbjörn Hólm Ólafsson plays bass and Guðjón Haraldsson plays drums. The members are all seasoned musicians (old hands) and have been active across the music industry. Ari and Friðbjörn previously played together in the band Band of Reason, which has released several albums. Guðjón joined Rústir in 2024, and that same year three tracks were released; now, in May 2025, an 11-track album has been released, featuring the band’s original material. The music is fresh Icelandic rock in various styles, yet with a familiar edge.

English: The band Rústir (Ruins) is Icelandic and was formed in 2022. The members are Ari Ingolfsson (guitarist and singer), Friðbjörn Hólm Ólafsson (bassist) and Guðjón Ólafsson (drummer). The members are experienced older lads (old men) who have been involved in the music industry and on the scene for quite some time. Ari and Friðbjörn were also previously members of Band of Reason, which has released a few albums. Guðjón joined Rústir in 2024 and three singles were released that year; however, in May 2025, Rústir released a full 11-track album, *Tækifæri*, featuring their songs. The music is fresh Icelandic rock with a variety of influences, yet still retains a familiar sound.