The Anatomy Of Frank are, as far as I can tell, a bunch of fun and friendly Americans with a thing for Iceland. In other words, exactly the sort of international band you want to see at Iceland Airwaves. At the last count they had 10 off-venue shows lined up, I rather suspect they are after an invite to play on the main programme next year. I get the distinct feeling they'd like that. I came across them when I checked out all the acts who would be playing at my favourite bookstore/café in town, Iða Zimsen. I liked what I heard a lot, and then happened upon the NME enjoying their version of THAT Daft Punk tune. You can 'get lucky' (oh yes) and see them play in Iða Zimsen on Thursday afternoon at 14:20, or almost anywhere else, most of the time.

So you guys are playing a few shows around Reykjavík during and after the Airwaves festival, but not an official evening show. What's the story?

The story is that we didn't get into Iceland Airwaves.  We're a young band, but we have a good fan base in Reykjavík and believe that our acoustic show will be unlike anything people have seen before.  I'm excited about just playing off-venues; the festival is such an inclusive atmosphere and I think we'll be in the official lineup eventually.  Until then, we're aiming to show people a good time.

You even have a song called "Postlude for Reykjavík" – It sounds like true dedication. So tell us, why should people come and see you play?

I don't want to claim that my love for Iceland should be a reason for Icelanders to come see The Anatomy of Frank.  Iceland is a magical place, and it means a whole lot to a lot of people.  What I would propose is that my band has been working hard for a long time to make our concert an unforgettable experience, and I would hope newcomers would push past the never-heard-of-'em barrier and come check it out.

You are doing 10 shows in 4 days – are you still looking for more?

We're aiming for 50.

Have any of you been to Iceland before? What are you expecting?

I have been to Iceland several times as a solo version of The Anatomy of Frank, and have performed with friends like Myrra Rós, Árstíðir, and Svavar Knútur.  It's my favorite country and I miss it constantly; to see it in the heat of Airwaves will be amazing, and I'm excited beyond words to bring my band with me this time around.

Have you seen the Iceland Airwaves line-up? What are you excited to see?

I'm especially excited to see Ásgeir Trausti, Sóley, Kiriyama Family, Árstíðir, Yo La Tengo, Úlfur Úlfur, Amiina, Ghostigital, and Myrra Rós.  Holy shit…I am going to get no sleep.

The Anatomy Of Frank are definitely a band worth seeking out, you can't complain about a lack of opportunity. Don't just take my word for it, there's a bnunch of press cuttings and quotes over here.