Icelandic musician Ólafur Arnalds recently wowed audiences with his intimate and heartfelt Tiny Desk (home) concert, filmed in his tree-lined studio in Reykjavík, Iceland. Accompanied by his string quartet, Ólafur performed three songs from his acclaimed album "Some Kind of Peace." The concert opened with the reflective track "Happiness Does Not Wait," showcasing Ólafur's unique blend of strings, piano, loops, and beats.

Ólafur Arnalds, born in 1986, is a versatile multi-instrumentalist and producer known for his genre-spanning music that ranges from ambient/electronic to atmospheric pop. In addition to his solo work, he was part of the experimental techno project Kiasmos and has composed award-winning scores for various TV series and films. Notably, in 2020, his work earned him a Primetime Emmy nomination and, in 2021, he received two Grammy nominations for his album "Some Kind of Peace." Ólafur's Tiny Desk performance beautifully captured the essence of his musical artistry and left audiences enchanted with his ethereal soundscapes.