Brek was formed in the fall of 2018. The band mainly plays original, folky music with influences from various sources, but the members of the band focus on creating an interesting but cozy atmosphere in their playing. In addition, In addition there is a focus on the multifaceted use of the Icelandic language in the band’s lyrics.

The last two years have been eventful for BREK despite the pandemic, the band was nominated for the Icelandic Music Awards in the category of folk music two years in a row and won the Icelandic Music Awards for Folk album of the year in 2022 for their self-titled debut album. Brek has also participated in an international project called Global Music Match, on behalf of Iceland along with other artists. Following GMM Brek also performed a virtual showcase concert at Folk Alliance 2021.

Brek has been diligent in playing concerts in Iceland and plans to be active in playing concerts both in Iceland and abroad in the near future. In 2023 Brek will play an official showcase at Folk Alliance International in Kansa City, USA in February and also at Nordic Folk Alliance in Roskilde, Denmark in April.