Formed in 1991 in Heinola, Finland, Apulanta is a chart-topping punk and alternative rock band featuring Toni Wirtanen, Simo Santapukki, and Ville Mäkinen. Debuting in 1993, the band achieved massive success, regularly dominating Finnish charts with smash hits and consecutive number-one albums.
Vladislav Heponen, known as Cledos, is a Finnish rapper from East Helsinki, blending trap and modern pop. He gained recognition with "Töis" and achieved number one hits with "Kysymys" and the "Samma gamla vanliga" remix. His albums "Ceissi" (Platinum) and "Euro Musik" topped charts. Cledos has Emma-gaala nominations and collaborations with artists like William and A36. Known for his charismatic delivery and unique slang, his discography includes singles like "Nene" and "Ajaton."
J. Karjalainen is a Finnish singer-songwriter born in Helsinki in 1957. Rising to fame in the 1980s, he is best known for his successful album releases, including the chart-topping Electric Sauna and hit singles like Valtatie.
Formed in Copenhagen, Denmark, in the early 1980s, the rock band D:A:D consists of Jesper Binzer, Jacob Binzer, Stig Pedersen, and drummer Laust Sonne. Known for albums like A Prayer for the Loud and Speed of Darkness, the quartet celebrated four decades together.
Finnish disco-pop star Erika Vikman is a pioneer of feminist pop known for hits like Cicciolina and Syntisten pöytä. She gained widespread attention after representing Finland at the Eurovision Song Contest and releasing the 2023 duet Ruoska with Käärijä.
Olavi Uusivirta, born in Helsinki, Finland, is a charismatic Finnish rock/pop singer-songwriter and actor. Known for energetic live performances and catchy songs, his musical style blends rock, pop, and schlager. Popular songs include "Kultaa Hiuksissa" and "Ollaanko tämä kesä näin?". His album "Olavi" won an Emma award for best rock album and topped Finnish charts. He has collaborated with artists like Anna Puu and Behm. An album titled "Camouflage" is among his notable works.
Formed in Tampere, Finland in 1977 by Ilari Ainiala and Pate Mustajärvi, Popeda is a cornerstone of Manserock. Inspired by the Rolling Stones, the band released nearly 20 studio albums between 1978 and 2005.
Formed in Helsinki in 1989, the 69 Eyes are a Finnish goth metal band known for their blend of glam, punk, and goth rock. Their 2000 album Blessed Be featured their first gold single, Gothic Girl. Subsequent albums like Paris Kills and Devils topped the Finnish charts.
Finnish hard rock vocalist Michael Monroe rose to fame as the frontman for glam-punk pioneers Hanoi Rocks. After the band disbanded, he launched a successful solo career, debuting with 1987s Nights Are So Long and releasing charting work like Not Fakin It.
Aleksi Lehikoinen, known professionally as Gettomasa, is a Canadian-born Finnish rapper who rose to prominence after winning the Finnish battle rap championship in 2012. Born in Montreal and raised in Jyväskylä, Finland, he is recognized for his distinctive sound, sharp wordplay, and narrative-driven lyrics. He released his debut album, Vellamo LP, in 2014 alongside producer Ruuben, followed by his solo debut, Chosen One, in 2016. His commercial breakthrough came with his acclaimed 2019 album, Diplomaatti, and his 2022 release, Vastustamaton, became the best-selling album of the year in Finland and won multiple Emma Awards, solidifying his status as a leading figure in Finnish hip-hop.
Ilta became known after singing on Cheekin hit Sillat. Her debut album Näitä hetkiä varten arrived in 2020 following her Newcomer of the Year win at Iskelmägaala. She competed in UMK with Kelle mä soitan, which went double platinum. Her second album Mä oon vaan ihminen came out in 2023.
Formed in Finland, metal band Stam1na are multi-platinum and gold-selling artists who have won seven Emma awards. Known for playing hundreds of mostly sold-out shows across the country, they have released ten albums.
Isac Elliot, a Finnish pop singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor, was born in Kauniainen. He rose to fame for his catchy pop sound and signed with Sony Music at 13. His popular songs include "New Way Home," "Beast," and "Rich & Famous." He has released albums like "Kävi Miten Kävi" (2023), "Vanhasta Uuteen" (2025), and "Mansion Music" (2026), and earned MTV Europe Music Awards. He is known for collaborations with various artists.
