Svavar Knutur - Ahoy! Side B [CD]

Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.All items shipped within 3 working days of payment.

Some journeys just take a bit longer than expected and sometimes bring you to new and unexpected places. Icelandic singer-songwriter Svavar Knutur concludes his long-standing musical project with 'Ahoy! Side B,' where the friendly troubadour from the north of Iceland reflects on his life and adventures and the many roles a human must serve. Originally, 'Ahoy' was supposed to be a single album. 'But I really also wanted to reinterpret many of my old songs, so I decided to split the album into two parts. Two EPs with bonus tracks that would ultimately fit together as a double album,' reflects Svavar Knutur.

'Ahoy!' is the story of an inner journey, encompassing all the joys and surprises that make traveling so rewarding, concluding a journey that started with his debut album Kvoldvaka (Songs by the fire) and continued through Oldusloo (Way of waves) and Brot (The Breaking). The songs revolve around significant themes such as grief, redemption, the search for meaning, the struggle against one's inner demons, and the appreciation of life, family, nature, friendship, and community. It's as wild as life itself! 'The key songs of Ahoy! tell the never-ending struggle of an artist against his own fears and insecurities, but also about appreciating changes: the infinite flow of life, the slow change of seasons. But the songs also speak of the healing powers of grief and community and the need to embrace the stormy nature of life,' summarizes Svavar Knutur.

The newly arranged songs hold great significance for the Icelander. He selected the tracks to 'repaint,' feeling that they had never fully realized their full potential. This led to breaking down one of the songs to its absolute basics, the atomic sketch. By reinterpreting the older songs, Svavar also pays respectful homage to the fantastic musicians he has collaborated with in recent years, as well as bringing forward songs that play a key part in the story that Ahoy! tells, along with some older songs that were never released on his earlier solo albums.

'This project faced its share of challenges, from the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing financial struggles to unforeseen peculiarities that prompted me to reconsider, rearrange, and rerecord many ideas. Yet, I believe the album is arriving at the perfect moment. Some songs have flourished during the delays, benefiting from the time to refine and enhance arrangements. In the end, I am content--it marks the conclusion of a protracted and eventful journey,' reflects Svavar Knutur with satisfaction. 'If it hadn't been delayed, I would have never been able to include the amazing Norwegian singer Helene Boksle on two tracks and the song 'Hope and fortune,' that I wrote and performed with Canadian singer Irish Mythen wouldn't have made it either.

November

Hope and fortune

Refur

The tide is rising

Januar

Emotional Anorexic (Repainted)

Hard Things (Repainted)

Impossible (Repainted)

A Glorious Catastrophe (Repainted)

While the world burns (Repainted)

November

Hope and fortune

Refur

The tide is rising

Januar

Emotional Anorexic (Repainted)

Hard Things (Repainted)

Impossible (Repainted)

A Glorious Catastrophe (Repainted)

While the world burns (Repainted)

• Product Type: AUDIO CD
• Barcode: 5694230018604

Dispatch Information: Dispatch times vary by item and items are only dispatched on UK working days – not weekends or UK Bank Holidays. Items marked "Dispatched Same Day" will be dispatched on the day of purchase if bought before 2pm GMT. "Dispatched Same Day" items bought after 2pm GMT or on a non-working day will be dispatched on the next working day. We aim to dispatch all other items within 3-5 working days.

Delivery Information: We aim to deliver your order as quickly and efficiently as possible. All UK orders are dispatched using Royal Mail 48 Tracked service and the standard delivery times are 2-3 business days. Please note that delivery times for overseas orders will vary depending on your location and the shipping option you choose during checkout.

Shipping Costs: We offer free delivery on all UK orders and free worldwide delivery on orders over £15.

Tracking Your Order: All UK orders are tracked. Once your order is dispatched, you will receive a tracking number via email. You can use this tracking number to monitor the progress of your delivery on the Royal Mail Track and Trace website.

Returns and Exchanges: We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not happy with your order, you may return it within 28 days of the item being dispatched for a refund or exchange. Please note the following guidelines:
- Items must be returned in their original condition and packaging – items that have been opened or had shrink wrap removed are not eligible for return or refund.
- Make sure to include your order number in the returned package.

How to Initiate a Return: To initiate a return or exchange, please contact our customer service team. The team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the process.

Refund Processing: Refunds will be processed as soon as we receive your item back into our warehouse. Replacements are subject to availability and if a replacement is not available, a refund will be issued.

If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team or check out our FAQ’s. We're here to help ensure your shopping experience is enjoyable and hassle-free. Thank you for choosing Chalkys!