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Troka
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1 folk band formed in 1993 in Kaustinen, Finland. They have been praised for their ability to bring a contemporary feel to folk music. Thei… read more1 folk band formed in 1993 in Kaustinen, Finland. They have been praised for their ability to bring a contemporary feel to folk music. Their sound is influenced by both the classical string quartet and traditional ensemble techniques. Me… read more1 folk band formed in 1993 in Kaustinen, Finland. They have been praised for their ability to bring a contemporary feel to folk music. Their sound is influenced by both the classical string quartet and traditional ensemble techniques. Members Matti Mäkelä, Timo Alakotila and Antti Järvelä are reg… read more -
Suden Aika
4,274 listeners
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 -
JPP
10,015 listeners
JPP Järvelän pikkupelimannit (“Little Folk Musicians of Järvelä”) formed in 1982 in the fiddling capital of Finland (and perhaps the world)… read moreJPP Järvelän pikkupelimannit (“Little Folk Musicians of Järvelä”) formed in 1982 in the fiddling capital of Finland (and perhaps the world), Kaustinen. Born from the fiddling tradition of the Järvelä family, in Järvelä village in Kaustin… read moreJPP Järvelän pikkupelimannit (“Little Folk Musicians of Järvelä”) formed in 1982 in the fiddling capital of Finland (and perhaps the world), Kaustinen. Born from the fiddling tradition of the Järvelä family, in Järvelä village in Kaustinen, JPP’s musical roots go back to the 19th century. Their i… read more -
Annbjørg Lien
17,680 listeners
A heavyweight in the Norwegian folk music scene, Annbjørg Lien is an accomplished Hardanger fiddle player. The beauty of her music, combine… read moreA heavyweight in the Norwegian folk music scene, Annbjørg Lien is an accomplished Hardanger fiddle player. The beauty of her music, combined with her international flexibility (evidenced by collaborations such as Tears of Stone with The Chieftains or the main theme from the soundtrack of the film… read more -
Maria Kalaniemi
9,953 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 -
Tallari
4,222 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
1,812 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 -
Triakel
20,322 listeners
Triakel is a band from the Swedish region of Jämtland. The band members are Emma Härdelin (vocals), Kjell-Erik Eriksson (fiddle) and Janne … read moreTriakel is a band from the Swedish region of Jämtland. The band members are Emma Härdelin (vocals), Kjell-Erik Eriksson (fiddle) and Janne Strömstedt (harmonium). They play both traditional and new Swedish folk music, performed only with… read moreTriakel is a band from the Swedish region of Jämtland. The band members are Emma Härdelin (vocals), Kjell-Erik Eriksson (fiddle) and Janne Strömstedt (harmonium). They play both traditional and new Swedish folk music, performed only with a fiddle and a harmonium. Emma Härdelin, the singer of the … read more -
Krauka
11,975 listeners
Authentic folk music from Denmark, land of the Vikings. Door of sound Since the release of their first album and continuing with the follow… read moreAuthentic folk music from Denmark, land of the Vikings. Door of sound Since the release of their first album and continuing with the following two albums, Krauka (Gudjon Rudolf, Aksel Striim and Jens Villy Pedersen) have followed their o… read moreAuthentic folk music from Denmark, land of the Vikings. Door of sound Since the release of their first album and continuing with the following two albums, Krauka (Gudjon Rudolf, Aksel Striim and Jens Villy Pedersen) have followed their own quite unique agenda. On their debut album Vikinga Seidur,… read more -
Kirjava Lintu
1,206 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