Wimme

Wimme Saari, known mononymously as Wimme, is a groundbreaking Sámi artist from Finnish Lapland who masterfully bridges ancient traditions and modern electronic sounds. As a member of the indigenous Sámi community, he revitalizes *joik*—a traditional vocal practice embodying people, landscapes, or emotions through hypnotic melodies—by weaving it with pulsing synthesizers, ambient textures, and experimental beats. Since his 1995 debut album, Wimme has become a global ambassador for Sámi culture, earning acclaim for releases like *Mun* (2018) and *Bárru (Wave)* (2023), which balance earthy organic tones with futuristic grooves. His work, including playful genre-blurring projects like *Wimme Texas* (2019), challenges expectations while honoring his roots, offering listeners a mesmerizing portal into the Arctic’s spiritual resonance.