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Frigg
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There are two bands named Frigg: (1). Frigg is a multitalented Finnish-Norwegian seven who produces fresh Scandinavian folk fiddling accomp… read moreThere are two bands named Frigg: (1). Frigg is a multitalented Finnish-Norwegian seven who produces fresh Scandinavian folk fiddling accompanied by fretted instruments, upright bass and endless energy. The style they represent is a mixtu… read moreThere are two bands named Frigg: (1). Frigg is a multitalented Finnish-Norwegian seven who produces fresh Scandinavian folk fiddling accompanied by fretted instruments, upright bass and endless energy. The style they represent is a mixture of Kaustinen (Finland) and Nord-Trondelag (Norway) -tradi… read more -
Vilma Timonen Quartet
609 listeners
The Vilma Timonen Quartet, or VtQ as this fusion band is otherwise known, has pulled off a remarkable combination: Some jazz and folk music… read moreThe Vilma Timonen Quartet, or VtQ as this fusion band is otherwise known, has pulled off a remarkable combination: Some jazz and folk music, blended together with the ancient sound of the kantele. The band’s repertoire is a synthesis of … read moreThe Vilma Timonen Quartet, or VtQ as this fusion band is otherwise known, has pulled off a remarkable combination: Some jazz and folk music, blended together with the ancient sound of the kantele. The band’s repertoire is a synthesis of compositions by Vilma Timonen and a collection of traditiona… read more -
Snekka
504 listeners
Snekka is a folk rock group formed in 2000. The original sound, distinctive and professional musicians together with mainly self-composed r… read moreSnekka is a folk rock group formed in 2000. The original sound, distinctive and professional musicians together with mainly self-composed repertoire form the strong and recognizable sound of Snekka. The band has become known of its ambit… read moreSnekka is a folk rock group formed in 2000. The original sound, distinctive and professional musicians together with mainly self-composed repertoire form the strong and recognizable sound of Snekka. The band has become known of its ambitious, high-quality music and their raging stage performance.… read more -
Markku Lepistö
2,936 listeners
Playing Ostrobothnian folk music on accordion since age five, Markku Lepistö later entered and graduated at the Sibelius Academy Folk Music… read morePlaying Ostrobothnian folk music on accordion since age five, Markku Lepistö later entered and graduated at the Sibelius Academy Folk Music Department before finally joining Värttinä in 1998 just after the Vihma recordings. When he isn't gigging with Värttinä he finds time for his solo caree… read more -
Tallari
4,214 listeners
The permanent members of the group for the past 17 years have been Antti Hosioja (accordions, double bass), Risto Hotakainen (fiddle, mando… read moreThe permanent members of the group for the past 17 years have been Antti Hosioja (accordions, double bass), Risto Hotakainen (fiddle, mandolin, bowed lyre, nyckelharpa), Ritva Talvitie (fiddle, vocals, 2-row accordion, bowed lyre) and Ti… read moreThe permanent members of the group for the past 17 years have been Antti Hosioja (accordions, double bass), Risto Hotakainen (fiddle, mandolin, bowed lyre, nyckelharpa), Ritva Talvitie (fiddle, vocals, 2-row accordion, bowed lyre) and Timo Valo (harmonium). The current vocalist Pauliina Kumpulai… read more -
Hereä
1,811 listeners
Hereä performs Scandinavian world music, a fusion of an ancient pulse with graceful new melodies. The powerful lyrics stem from tradition, … read moreHereä performs Scandinavian world music, a fusion of an ancient pulse with graceful new melodies. The powerful lyrics stem from tradition, while a wide range of musical influences and improvisation are the cornerstone of the band's … read moreHereä performs Scandinavian world music, a fusion of an ancient pulse with graceful new melodies. The powerful lyrics stem from tradition, while a wide range of musical influences and improvisation are the cornerstone of the band's music. The rare combination of instruments, soulful vocals a… read more -
Maria Kalaniemi
9,918 listeners
Maria Kalaniemi (born 1964) is a Finnish accordionist. She was originally classically trained, but has become mostly as folk musician havin… read moreMaria Kalaniemi (born 1964) is a Finnish accordionist. She was originally classically trained, but has become mostly as folk musician having played this music from childhood, besides her classical music studies, and also at the folk musi… read moreMaria Kalaniemi (born 1964) is a Finnish accordionist. She was originally classically trained, but has become mostly as folk musician having played this music from childhood, besides her classical music studies, and also at the folk music department of the Sibelius Academy. Groups she is or has b… read more -
Kirjava Lintu
1,205 listeners
Kirjava lintu combines Finnish poetry and folk music Kirjava lintu is a Finnish folk music band founded in 2004. Its fresh and acoustic com… read moreKirjava lintu combines Finnish poetry and folk music Kirjava lintu is a Finnish folk music band founded in 2004. Its fresh and acoustic compositions are influenced by Scandinavian folk music. Music ranges from swirling Swedish polskas to… read moreKirjava lintu combines Finnish poetry and folk music Kirjava lintu is a Finnish folk music band founded in 2004. Its fresh and acoustic compositions are influenced by Scandinavian folk music. Music ranges from swirling Swedish polskas to smooth and touching ballads. Line-up of the band is Minsku … read more -
Suden Aika
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This group uses themes and poetic forms from ancient Finnish chants placed into modern choral forms. The name means "The Time of the W… read moreThis group uses themes and poetic forms from ancient Finnish chants placed into modern choral forms. The name means "The Time of the Wolf," in Finnish mythology the wolf is associated with the creation of iron (it is mentioned … read moreThis group uses themes and poetic forms from ancient Finnish chants placed into modern choral forms. The name means "The Time of the Wolf," in Finnish mythology the wolf is associated with the creation of iron (it is mentioned in the creation spell of iron) and the name of the group may… read more -
Pekka Lehti
744 listeners
Although nowadays involved in projects of various persuasions, Pekka Lehti (b. 1965, Joensuu, Karelia) first entered the world of music by … read moreAlthough nowadays involved in projects of various persuasions, Pekka Lehti (b. 1965, Joensuu, Karelia) first entered the world of music by beginning to play the bass in a punk rock group. Twenty years later he would pay tribute to that s… read moreAlthough nowadays involved in projects of various persuasions, Pekka Lehti (b. 1965, Joensuu, Karelia) first entered the world of music by beginning to play the bass in a punk rock group. Twenty years later he would pay tribute to that seminal band, Outo Voima (”Unknown Force”), by naming his deb… read more