Silja Rós is an Icelandic singer-songwriter, actress and scriptwriter based in Reykjavík, who’s firmly placed herself on the map of exciting artists, winning over fans in Iceland and beyond. Growing up immersed in the singer-songwriter culture of the Icelandic capital, Silja Rós first unveiled her unique sonic vision with her debut single “Did You Know” in 2017 and has since gone from strength to strength with each move.
Over the years, Silja Rós has collaborated with various artists, including Future Lion, Rikardo,and Darwin x Mainecoon. Her ability to cut across a range of genres from rock and pop to EDM, highlights her adaptability and broad artistic output. Outside of her music career, she’s an avid fan of hot yoga, tea, traveling and spending time with loved ones, all of which seem to filters through into her music with a sense of warmth and personal connection.
Silja Rós’s breakout moment came when she competed in The Voice Iceland and then dropped her debut album, Silence in 2021. The record was released to critical acclaim and was selected as the Album of the Week by The Icelandic National Radio Station Rás 2. Her sophomore record, Stay Still, released two years later, further raised the hype surrounding Silja, earning praise for both her songwriting talent and stunning voice.
Her music has received airplay on several prominent radio stations, including Rás 2, Bylgjan, KissFM, Fm957 and K100. As a jazz vocalist, Silja Rós draws inspiration from jazz and soul, influences that are evident in her intricate arrangements and emotive performances. In 2023, she competed in Söngvakeppnin, Iceland’s pre-selection for the Eurovision Song Contest and was nominated for Best New Artist at Bylgjan’s Listeners Awards.
Currently working on her third full-length record, set to release later this year, Silja Rós brings us her latest single, “…real love.” This pop-focused alternative R&B song drips in smooth vibes, showcasing her love for harmonies and jazz chords, drawing inspiration from artists like Jacob Collier, Yebba, Olivia Dean and Frank Ocean.
With “…real love,” Silja Rós serves up a dreamy, nostalgic sound via an arrangement crafted by Silja alongside Magnus Dagsson and producer Stefán Örn Gunnlaugsson. Joined by her band of talented musicians, Magnus Dagsson’s contributions on guitar and Rhodes, Baldur Kristjánsson’s bass lines and Kristófer Nökkvi’s drumming help bring the song to life in dazzling fashion.
Brought in by the mellow roll of drums, soft key tones and gently pulsing bass lines usher in Silja sensational voice, delivering alluring melodies via a breezy, hushed delivery. The perfect summer soundtrack, “…real love” sees Silja Rós continue to offer compelling musical moments and we can’t wait to see what she’s got in store for her upcoming third LP.
Commenting on the single, she shares, “I wrote …real love about my time in LA, where I lived for couple of years. I lived in the same building as many of my friends so the vibe was kind of like in “friends”. We had a rooftop pool and it was easy to forget the time there. The energy was amazing, we were all following our dreams but at the same time enjoying every moment of it. Now we look back and have these great memories from that time of our life. The song is about that feeling, enjoying a warm summer day with your friends and forgetting the time. Being young and wild and free.”
Listen to …real love below
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