We're here in Reykjavik right now, and contrary to what you may be reading in the media about the state of Iceland's economy- I can say that from walking around the city, everything seems to be normal. Stores, bars and restaurants are open, ATMs are dispensing cash, and record stores are selling CDs.

One word of advice I will repeat again and again, however, is make sure you stop at the Duty Free store in the Iceland Airport (there is a big one right next to the baggage claim area) and buy your limit of beer, wine or liquor because it will be about half the prices as it would be to buy from the normal liquor store in town. Even if you aren't going to drink it, it makes a great gift to anyone here, and a great way to make new friends by inviting them back to your hotel for a drink before going back out to the clubs. And because of the strong dollar relative to the Krona, some brands are actually cheaper than in the US.

Iceland Airwaves kicks off in about 48 hours. If you see someone in a SomaFM shirt, say hi and introduce yourself!