Selected WorkBITS + BOBS
Tony Sandy, Meat Loaf and Bobby Harrison, Reykjavík, 1987. Photographer unknown. Courtesy of the Tony Sandy Archive.
Bits + Bobs: Iceland (Ongoing)
An archive-led exploration of Iceland's music and cultural scene during the 1980s, told through the life and work of my late father, Tony Sandy. Hairdresser, band promoter, and entrepreneur, Tony co-founded Split Promotions with former Procol Harum drummer Bobby Harrison, helping bring international artists and live events to Iceland. Through photographs, memorabilia, and first-hand interviews, the project uncovers the stories of the people who made it happen, both on stage and behind the scenes.
Meat Loaf, Iceland, 1987
A photograph of my mum, Hafdís Sandy, with Meat Loaf during his visit to Iceland in October 1987.
One of many unexpected finds from the archive, and a reminder of the artists, stories and chance encounters that surrounded Iceland's live music scene during the 1980s.
Photographer unknown. Courtesy of the Tony Sandy Archive.
Meat Loaf Popular in Iceland | DV NEWSPAPER, 15 October 1987
Contemporary newspaper coverage described Meat Loaf's October 1987 Reykjavík concert as a success, reporting an audience of around 5,000 fans and highlighting the enthusiastic response of the Icelandic crowd.
Courtesy of the Tony Sandy Archive.
Meat Loaf Ticket, Iceland, 1987
A ticket from Meat Loaf's Reykjavík concert at Reiðhöllin on 10 October 1987.
Courtesy of the Tony Sandy Archive.