Gabríel is an
Icelandic rapper
Rapping (also rhyming, spitting, emceeing or MCing) is a musical form of vocal delivery that incorporates "rhyme, rhythmic speech, and street vernacular". It is performed or chanted, usually over a backing beat or musical accompaniment. The ...
. He has made many collaborations for his debut album ''Gimsteinar'' that add a melodic effect to his rap. Contributing artist vocalists include Opee (from Quarashi and Original Melody), Valdimar Guðmundsson (of
Valdimar Valdimar is a given name in Icelandic. Notable persons with that surname include:
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* Valdimar Bergstað (born 1989), Icelandic equestrian
* Valdimar Briem (1848–1930), Icelandic poet, prelate, hymnwriter and translator
* Valdimar Grí ...
, Unnstein Manuel Stefánsson (of
Retro Stefson
Retro Stefson was an Icelandic alternative/pop-band formed in Reykjavík, active from 2006 to 2016. The band was signed to Vertigo-Berlin/Universal.
Retro Stefson released their debut album '' Montaña'' exclusively in Iceland in October 2008 and ...
), Emmsjé Gauti, Björn Jörundur and Krummi. He has released debut album ''Gimsteinar'' resulting in 4 charting singles in
Tónlist
The music of Iceland includes vibrant folk and pop traditions, as well as an active classical and contemporary music scene. Well-known artists from Iceland include medieval music group Voces Thules, alternative rock band The Sugarcubes, singers B ...
, the official Icelandic Chart. He insists on not revealing his real name to the media.
Discography
Albums
*2013: ''Gimsteinar''
Singles
*2012: "Stjörnuhröp"
(feat. Opee & Valdimar Guðmundsson)
*2012: "Sólskin"
(feat. Opee & Unnstein Manuel Stefánsson)
*2012: "Gleymmérei"
(feat. Emmsjé Gauti & Björn Jörundur)
*2013: "Gimsteinar"
(feat. Krummi & Opee) (Tónlist ICE #10)tonlist.is "Gimsteinar" peak position
References
External links
YouTubeTónlist: Gabríel page
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Living people
Icelandic musicians
Place of birth missing (living people)
Year of birth missing (living people)