Julia

Julia is the fifth studio album from Icelandic singer-songwriter Ásgeir, and one of the most personal releases of his career. Marking a significant creative shift, Julia is the first album on which Ásgeir has written all of his lyrics himself, after years of collaborating with translators such as John Grant and drawing on the poetry of his father, Einar Georg Einarsson.

The result is a deeply contemplative and emotionally direct body of work, steeped in nostalgia and self-reflection. Across its ten tracks, Julia sees Ásgeir meditating on past regrets, future hopes and the quiet moments in between, guided by the elusive presence of the album’s title character. There is a new sense of vulnerability throughout — songs that feel not just exquisitely crafted, but genuinely lived in.

Musically, Ásgeir remains true to the elements that have defined his acclaim: intricate folk-pop melodies, understated yet lush production, and his unmistakable, wistful falsetto. Many of the songs were first written on guitar, with an emphasis on simplicity, melody and clarity. The production, co-developed with longtime collaborator Guðm. “Kiddi” Kristinn Jónsson, is organic and restrained, allowing Ásgeir’s voice — especially his voice as a writer — to take centre stage.

This Limited Edition Transparent Green 140g Vinyl LP presents Julia in a beautifully understated physical format that mirrors the album’s intimacy. A moving and cathartic release, Julia stands as one of Ásgeir’s most honest and emotionally resonant works to date.

“Sweeping and emotive” — NME
“Widescreen and dramatic” — Brooklyn Vegan
“A mixture of reminiscence, wonder, heartache and clarity” — Atwood