Yoik

Yoik is an ancient, evocative music genre with roots in the Sami culture of Northern Scandinavia and the Kola Peninsula. Characteristically, it is more a vocal expression than a song in the conventional sense, marked by a unique blend of chanting and singing that is deeply connected to the Sami's ancestral lands and spirituality. The yoik often mimics natural sounds, conveying personal narratives or emulating elements of the environment. Artists traditionally perform without accompaniment or with minimal instrumentation, though contemporary performers like Frode Fjellheim have infused it with modern elements such as jazz and classical music, expanding its reach and resonating with audiences globally. The genre's distinctive style offers a direct line to the voices and stories of the indigenous Sami people, extending beyond mere music to embody cultural identity and connection to nature.

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PARTYBOJÁT
Single - Released September 5, 2025
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Frode Fjellheim
Johan Anders Bær
Sancuari
Anders P. Bongo
Mikkel Mathis Hætta
Johan Ivvar Gaup

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  1. September 5, 2025
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  40. February 2, 2019