Let’s put Bjork out of our minds for just a second and focus on the other other other group from Iceland: Benni Hemm Hemm. The band’s newest album Kajak is getting stateside release soon, so look sharp!

MP3: Benni Hemm Hemm – Snjór Ljós Snjór
OK, so this one’s a bit rougher to get into than their last album. Going from just my americentric view of the world, I’m guessing this album is entirely in Icelandic. However, some of the Jens Lekman appeal of of Benni Hemm Hemm’s self-titled release is lost in non-translation. Still, the arrangements are beautiful and lush, so it’s still a winner in my book.

And for good measure, here’s my favorite Benni Hemm Hemm song. When I used to play this on WRFL, I had a lot of people call in and ask who it was.

MP3: Benni Hemm Hemm – I Can Love You In A Wheelchair

Benni Hemm Hemm on Myspace