Janus Rasmussen and Benjamin Hardman Collaborate on ‘Blóð’ Video

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Written By Sophia Groves

For his new track, Icelandic/Faroese musician Janus Rasmussen teamed up with Icelandic/Australian photographer Benjamin Hardman on the video, and it is BEAUTIFUL. Shot in the Faroe Islands by Benjamin, the video has a personal tie for Janus, and is the perfect accompaniment to the track’s moody and mysterious undertone.

“Originating from the same session as my previous single Jörð, Blóð was written and produced soon after. The idea was to keep this track as simple as possible. I wanted it to consist only of elements that mattered.”
 
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‘Blóð’ translates to blood in Icelandic and Faroese, and is a fitting tribute to his roots and the country he has called home for many years. Benjamin is a master of aerial videography, and has shown off his impeccable craftsmanship in this video. Each scene is eloquent and entrancing – the pace, the colours, the islands’ formations, nothing is out of place, or too much. Benjamin knows how to use his eye to answer a song; something we also saw in his aerial work for Arnór Dan’s debut solo single ‘Stone By Stone’.

““The Faroe Islands, a remote island chain surrounded by rough oceans. The weather can often be harsh. Clouds cover the mountain tops, waves crash into the cliffs, and birds glide along the coastline. This video takes you on a journey through the seasons; the visual changes that make the Faroes such a unique and memorable place.””
— Benjamin Hardman

As with Janus’ previous single ‘Jörð’, the piano is once again centre stage with a haunting motif that skitters and drifts across the piece, while the warmth of a rich layer of synthesisers and pulsing kick create an endless driving groove. The two tracks compliment each other in a day and night way, something I rather enjoy. I’m looking forward to see what else Janus produces this year, as ‘Vín’ was such a complex and exciting album, that I know he will only better. Do I think Janus and Benjamin need to do more together? Yes. It’s creative partnership that just makes complete sense.

You can stream/buy ‘Blóð’ now, listen to Janus’ debut album ‘Vín’, and read our two part interview with him – part 1 and part 2.

Sophia Groves

I run a full-service studio based in Reykjavik, Iceland, specialising in social media management, editorial photography, art direction, web design and graphic design.

I seek to develop and display our clients’ narratives across digital and print spaces, helping to grow their audiences, sell their products and inspire their followers.

I am also the Editor-in-Chief and Creative Director at Nordic Style Magazine, a print and online magazine, focusing on Nordic fashion, design and culture.

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