Finnish new wave, an offshoot of the broader new wave genre, emerged in Finland during the late 1970s and early 1980s, intertwining a fresh, eclectic approach to rock music with a distinctively Finnish sensibility. Characterized by its fusion of punk energy, progressive rock experimentation, and pop sensibilities, the genre often exhibited a moody and introspective quality, set to the backdrop of synthesizer-driven melodies and angular guitar riffs. Finnish new wave bands like Hassisen Kone and Sielun Veljet, along with notable figures such as Tumppi Varonen and Pelle Miljoona, captured a youthful restlessness and intellectual sharpness that resonated deeply within Finland's evolving musical landscape. The genre reflected the cultural and aesthetic shifts of its era, blending poetic Finnish lyricism with a modern, rebellious sound.

40 vuotta myöhemmin (Ratinan Stadion 2022)

Hassisen Kone

Album - 28 Tracks - Released November 8, 2024