If you happened to check out Bjork.com today, then you saw the announcement that she will be reuniting with her old group, The Sugarcubes, for a concert in Reykjavik on November 17. The concert will be in celebration of the band's twentieth anniversary (even though they haven't played together in 14 years, but whatever.) All proceeds from the concert will be going to charity to help other local artists.
Who isn't reuniting these days? Personally I've always been more a fan of Bjork's solo work than anything The Sugarcubes ever did, but I guess it's still good news, if for no other reason than the fact that they're getting back together for a good cause. Here's the press release in full:
"Nearly 20 years ago The Sugarcubes put out on their own label Smekkleysa SM, their first single Birthday. This release was the start to the splendid career of The Sugarcubes, and impressive releases of Icelandic artists in Iceland and abroad alike. These first steps made by The Sugarcubes have made and everlasting impact and influence on the Icelandic export of music.
It is therefore with unbound joy we announce the 20th anniversary concert of Birthday and The Sugarcubes in Reykjavik on the 17th of November. The Sugarcubes will take to the stage for the first time in 14 years.
All profit from the concert goes back into Smekkleysa SM who will continue to work on a non-profit basis for the future betterment of Icelandic music and artists."