Tapani Rinne

Tapani Rinne is a Finnish multi-instrumentalist and experimental jazz artist best known for his boundary-pushing work with saxophones, clarinets, and electronic textures. A key figure in Helsinki's avant-garde scene since the 1980s, he co-founded the iconic group RinneRadio, blending Nordic jazz with dub, ambient, and electronic influences. His recent releases like *Silent Night (2024 Remaster)* and *Soulful Dubs 01* showcase his signature style – atmospheric soundscapes that drift between meditative minimalism and rhythmic experimentation. Always curious, Rinne collaborates widely across genres, from classical to electronic music, while maintaining a distinctly Finnish coolness in his compositions. His work, including albums like *Open* and *Brevity*, feels both timeless and forward-thinking, like a midnight sun casting long shadows over frozen lakes.