Afterglow

Released in 2017, Afterglow represents a significant sonic pivot for Ásgeir, moving away from the guitar-driven 'folktronica' of his breakthrough In the Silence toward a more deliberate electronic pop aesthetic. The album was a family affair, featuring lyrics penned by his father, the poet Einar Georg Einarsson, which lends the record a deeply rooted, almost mythological lyrical depth despite its modern production. Critics noted the influence of contemporary peers like Bon Iver and James Blake, particularly in the use of vocal processing and R&B-inflected rhythms. While some reviewers felt the production occasionally overshadowed the songwriting, others praised the 'brave' shift in sound. The album is notable for its dual-language identity, with most tracks performed in English but retaining the rhythmic phrasing of Ásgeir's native Icelandic, culminating in the standout closer Fennir Yfir.