Alternative Pop from Steinsdotter

London-based artist Steinsdotter is no stranger to making visionary electronic pop, infusing her music with an ethereal, almost mystical quality that links back to her Nordic heritage. A descendant of a Viking warrior witch whose remains are displayed in the British Museum, Steinsdotter channels the strength and mysticism of her ancestry into her art.

Her sound, a unique blend of slick production and avant-garde approach, carries a meditative and incantation-like quality, with whispers that echo Norse sagas. Making her entrance in 2019, she unveiled her original sonic vision with the debut single “Hidden Child,” she’s since delivered an incredible catalogue of releases across multiple singles, remixes, EPs and full-length records while racking up hundreds of thousands of streams of her music online.

Most recently, she’s been sharing her latest project called the Full Moon series, which sees her drop new music every full moon throughout 2024. The most recent instalment in this series comes in the form of two sister singles; “HoneyBee” and “HoneyBee 1733.”

“HoneyBee” is a track born out of Steinsdotter’s fascination with bees and their honey, which she sees as a nectar of healing. The song is a celebration of the harmony found within a beehive, where each bee embraces its natural power and role within the collective. Steinsdotter was gripped by this idea, using it as a metaphor for self-acceptance and empowerment.

Brought in by the buzz of a bee, Steinsdotter’s hushed vocals and the pulse of kick drum sets up a moody alternative pop soundscape that develops with the bold stabs of synth tones and pitched vocals. Flowing with commanding vocal performance and a constantly shifting arrangement, “HoneyBee” serves up a dark yet instantly catchy sound that sees Steinsdotter balance her infectious songwriting and experimental style.

Listen to HoneyBee below

The overwhelming positive response to “HoneyBee” led Steinsdotter to reimagine the track in a completely different style, resulting in “HoneyBee 1733.” This Baroque-inspired version transports listeners back to the early 18th century, with a lush orchestral arrangement performed by some of London’s finest string and wind players at the historic Konk Studios in North London.

“HoneyBee 1733” is a stunning re-scoring of the original track by Steinsdotter’s longtime collaborator and producer, Agon Branza offering a reimagined piece that reframes the vocals of the original with the backing of an organic orchestral arrangement. It’s a stellar example of the artist’s knack for cutting across various genres and bringing to life her sensational musical output in new and exciting ways.

With the next release in the Full Moon series arriving soon with the meditation track titled “SOL,” Steinsdotter is set to continue her rise as a pioneering, must-watch artist who’s making her mark on the music scene of the UK and beyond.

Listen to HoneyBee 1733 below