About Agust Smari Bjarkarson
Agust Smari Bjarkarson, performing as Agust Islandia, is an Icelandic queer pop artist and musical theatre composer from Reykjavik. Born August 26, 1976, Agust creates music that unapologetically celebrates queer life, queer love, and Pride.
His work spans from viral LGBTQ+ anthems like "Gay and Proud" (540,000+ TikTok views) to groundbreaking full-length musicals like "The Unseen Chorus", a 27-track theatrical work addressing sexual addiction, recovery, and redemptive love in the gay community.
Musical Influences
Agust's work is deeply influenced by queer-affirming musical theatre, particularly Rent, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, and Hair. These groundbreaking works inspired him to create his own theatrical narratives that center LGBTQ+ experiences with honesty, compassion, and unflinching truth.
Mission & Vision
"I am just starting, so my bucket list is still wide open. I want to create bigger productions, collaborate with inspiring artists, and keep pushing myself creatively."
Agust's music centers LGBTQ+ experiences with themes of same-sex relationships, queer identity, coming out stories, Pride community, self-acceptance, and LGBTQ+ visibility. His work serves as both celebration and challenge—honoring queer resilience while urging the community toward healthier, more authentic ways of living and loving.
Career Highlights
- Viral Breakthrough: "Gay and Proud" reached 540,000+ TikTok views and became an LGBTQ+ community anthem
- Complete Musical: "The Unseen Chorus" - 27 tracks, 80 minutes, addressing addiction and recovery
- Milestone: 60,000 daily streams achieved
- Growing Catalog: Multiple musical theatre albums exploring queer narratives
- Global Reach: Connecting with queer listeners and allies worldwide
Based in Reykjavik, Iceland
Creating from Reykjavik, Agust brings an Icelandic perspective to LGBTQ+ music and musical theatre, contributing to the global conversation about queer identity, love, and community.
Get in Touch
Available for Pride festivals, LGBTQ+ events, and live performances.
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