The band's second album, "Geislavirkir," arrived just over a year after their debut, demonstrating a prolific creative output in the nascent Icelandic punk scene. It captured the raw energy and political commentary characteristic of their sound.
- The album was recorded in the legendary Hljóðriti studio in Hafnarfjörður, the same place where many Icelandic bands recorded. It was produced by the band members themselves. The album's title translates to "Radioactive," reflecting the era's anxieties.
- The album was released on Alda Music in November 1980. It featured eleven tracks, including fan favorites like "Satans Hóla" and "Eldfjall."
- Despite its raw sound, "Geislavirkir" was a significant release for Icelandic punk, influencing many bands that followed. It remains a key document of the country's early punk movement.
Utangarðsmenn was a seminal Icelandic punk band formed in Reykjavík in 1979. They were central figures in the Reykjavik punk scene of the late 1970s and early 1980s.
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