Kiasmos II Reworked

Following the acclaimed return of II in 2024, Kiasmos revisit the album with II Reworked, an expansive reimagining that transforms every composition through the creative vision of a handpicked group of collaborators.

The Icelandic-Faroese duo of Ólafur Arnalds and Janus Rasmussen invited five trusted artists to reinterpret the entire album from beginning to end, creating a dreamlike companion piece that explores the emotional depth hidden within the original recordings. Rather than traditional remixes, these are complete reworks that uncover new textures, moods and perspectives.

Contributors include acclaimed composer Alex Somers, experimental electronic duo Rachika Nayar & Nina Keith (Disiniblud), and Icelandic artists Kjartan Holm and Sin Fang. Each approaches the material from a distinct angle, from analogue tape manipulation and detuned pianos to ambient drones, delicate electronics and richly layered sound design, resulting in an immersive journey that feels less like a return to the dancefloor and more like its reflective afterglow.

Pressed on stunning Translucent Vinyl across two LPs, II Reworked offers a fresh perspective on one of the duo's most celebrated works while retaining the cinematic beauty and minimalist electronic pulse that have made Kiasmos one of the defining acts in modern ambient and electronic music.