Vesterinen yhtyeineen

12 concerts

Vesterinen Yhtyeineen, a versatile Finnish band, delivers diverse music from Western motifs to Slavic melancholy. Known for emotive lyrics and dark humor, they’ve produced numerous radio hits over a decade, captivating audiences with their unique sound. Members include Tero Vesterinen (vocals) and talented musicians like Mikko Enqvist (guitar) and Hanna Marttila (backing vocals).

J. Karjalainen

10 concerts

J. Karjalainen, born in Helsinki, is a Finnish singer/songwriter known for his 1980s debut and hits like "On Kaikki Niinkuin Ennenkin." His album Electric Sauna topped charts.

Apulanta

6 concerts

Apulanta is a Finnish rock band from Heinola, known for their punk and alternative rock style. Formed in 1991, they frequently top Finnish charts with hits like "Mitä Kuuluu." Members Toni Wirtanen, Simo Santapukki, and Ville Mäkinen have released several number-one albums. Their chart-topping singles include "Anna Mulle Piiskaa."

Haloo Helsinki!

4 concerts

Haloo Helsinki! is a rock band from Helsinki, Finland. Known for hits like "Maailman Toisella Puolen," they achieved platinum sales and topped Finnish charts. Award-winning and signed with EMI, their sound blends pop and rock.

Swallow The Sun

18 concerts

Formed in Jyväskylä in 2000, Swallow The Sun are Finnish melancholy masters known for despair-laden hits. They've earned 2 Finnish Grammy nods and 50M Spotify plays.

Michael Monroe

11 concerts

Michael Monroe, born in Helsinki, is a Finnish hard rock vocalist renowned as Hanoi Rocks' frontman in the '80s. He pursued a successful solo career with hits like "Nights Are so Long" and "Not Fakin’ It." Monroe collaborated with artists such as Steve Stevens and Stiv Bators and appeared on Guns N’ Roses albums. Hanoi Rocks, a glam-punk pioneer, influenced many rock bands. Monroe continues to release music, like 2022's album "I Live Too Fast to Die Young!"

Battlesnake

8 concerts

Australian metal band Battlesnake, known for theatrical songs & high-impact live shows. Famous for EP ‘Myths and Legends from Gorbag’s Domain’ & supported KISS and The Smashing Pumpkins.

Kaija Koo

4 concerts

Kaija Koo, born in Helsinki, is a top Finnish singer known for pop tracks with smart lyrics. Her 1993 album "Tuulten Viemää" broke records, and she won five Emma Awards. She collaborated across genres, singing backup for punk rockers and Eurovision entries. Despite personal setbacks, her albums like "Tuulikello" and hits collection "Tuuleen Piirretyt Vuodet" cemented her as a Finnish music icon.

Shaboozey

10 concerts

Shaboozey, Virginia-born artist melding country and hip-hop, known for "Jeff Gordon" and featuring on the "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse" soundtrack, crafts cinematic, emotive music.

Antti Autio

1 concert

Antti Autio, a beloved Finnish singer-songwriter, captivates audiences with his emotive Finnish lyrics and dynamic guitar. Known for his intense, sold-out concerts, Autio's albums like "Minä tuon mukanani sateet" and "Kaikki talot huojuu" have solidified his place in Finnish music. With over 10 million Spotify streams, he's performed at major events like Flow Festival. His band includes Ella Rosenlund, Joel Parvamo, Jussi Liukkonen, and Joska Saarinen.

Jenni Vartiainen

8 concerts

Jenni Vartiainen, hailing from Finland, rose to fame winning the reality show "Popstars" and forming Gimmel. As a solo artist, her debut album "Ihmisten Edessä" was a Top Ten hit.

Averagekidluke

7 concerts

Averagekidluke (a.k.a. AKL) is a Finnish singer/rapper known for his catchy, melodic style blending hip-hop, pop, and R&B. With over 75M streams, his hits like "Ghetto Love" and "Samma Gamla Vanliga Remix" have earned a Finnish Grammy nomination and multiple platinum records. Signed with Parlophone UK and Warner Finland, AKL's energetic stage presence and collaborations in cities like London and Amsterdam enhance his unique sound.

Nova Twins

19 concerts

Nova Twins are a groundbreaking UK rock duo, praised by Tom Morello and Elton John. Known for their electric live shows and innovative sound, they are the first Black rock band shortlisted for the Mercury Music Prize. They’ve shared the stage with Foo Fighters, Muse, and Bring Me The Horizon, dominating festivals worldwide.

Von Hertzen Brothers

10 concerts

Finnish band Von Hertzen Brothers, formed in 2000 by Mikko, Jonne, and Kie, blend progressive rock with vocal harmonies. Known for chart-topping albums like 'Approach,' they secured 3 number 1 Finnish albums and won an Emma Award. Their dynamic sound earned them acclaim as one of Finland’s key rock acts.

The HU

19 concerts

The HU, from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, blend traditional Mongolian throat singing and instruments with rock, known as "Hunnu Rock." Their debut album, *The Gereg*, topped charts and won Mongolia's Order of Genghis Khan. They've collaborated with artists like Jacoby Shaddix and Lzzy Hale, covered Metallica, and featured in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. Their 2022 album, *Rumble of Thunder*, followed global tours. They became UNESCO's first rock/metal "Artist of Peace" in 2022.

ABREU

6 concerts

ABREU, a top Finnish pop star, is celebrated for hits breaking gold and platinum records and an energetic world-class stage show. Her music reflects her Portuguese roots. Notable releases include the platinum single "Eilisen mä" and the gold single "Sisko" with Pihlaja. The double-platinum album "Teipillä tai rakkaudella" showcased her as a bold songwriter. Her songs were the most streamed during the 2021 Vain Elämää season, with "Levoton tyttö" hitting radio's top charts.

Alex Warren

51 concerts

Alex Warren, once homeless, is now a top Gen Z celeb with 26M+ followers on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Known for vulnerable pop melodies and hits like "Before You Leave Me."

Aaro630

2 concerts

Ilosaarirock

3 concerts

Benjamin

4 concerts

Mariska

1 concert

Caskets

21 concerts

HUGO

3 concerts

Mirella

11 concerts

Ege Zulu

3 concerts

Bee

5 concerts

Turisti

9 concerts

Senya

4 concerts

Artemas

22 concerts

Gasellit

7 concerts

Sexmane

7 concerts

Pete & Bas

4 concerts

OLGA

7 concerts

Jaakko Kulta

7 concerts

AHTI

4 concerts

Korelon

2 concerts

Good boys

3 concerts

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