Performer
Unu Stefánsdóttur
Also known as Unu Stef
Una Stef is the stage name of Icelandic singer and songwriter Una Stefánsdóttir, from Reykjavík. She emerged on Iceland’s music scene with her own material in the early 2010s and released her debut album, Songbook, in 2014. She has also worked as an instrumentalist, arranger, and music teacher.
Una Stef’s music has been described as pop shaped by R&B, soul, funk, and jazz influences. She is known for both original songs and live performances with her band, as well as for collaborations with Icelandic musicians, including the Reykjavík Big Band. Her recordings include “Mama Funk,” “I'm Yours,” and “The One.”
“The One,” released in 2017, was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2018 Icelandic Music Awards. Una Stef was also nominated for Female Singer of the Year at the same awards.