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Kaktus Einarsson | |
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| Origin | Reykjavík, Iceland |
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| Years active | 2008–present |
| Website | kaktus |
Kaktus Einarsson is an Icelandic musician. He is best known for his work in the Icelandic-band, Fufanu. [1] [2]
Einarsson's influences include Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark. [3]
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