múm
Description
múm ( "moom") is an experimental Icelandic musical group whose music is characterized by soft vocals, electronic glitch beats and effects, and a variety of traditional and unconventional instruments. They are also known for their concise, condensed remixes of songs. The band was formed in 1997 by original members Gunnar Örn Tynes and Örvar Þóreyjarson Smárason, who were joined a year later by twin sisters Gyða and Kristín Anna Valtýsdóttir. According to Kristín, the band's name was not intended to mean anything. In 2002, Gyða left the band to return to her studies in Reykjavík. In early 2006, Kristín also left the band, although it was not officially announced until November 23.
Despite the departure of some of its members múm remained together. Their fourth album recorded during 2006 was released on 24 September, 2007, entitled Go Go Smear the Poison Ivy. The album was preceded by a single titled They Made Frogs Smoke 'Til They Exploded on 27 August 2007.