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SINGLE (MÖRSSI RECORDS, 2024) Maanpetturi (Traitor) is a political rap song. It is performed by artists Steen1 and Julma Henri, over the beat by Loasteeze. The song is dedicated to the Finnish right-wing government, and especially to the prime minister and finance minister of this very administration. It is the first rap track Steen1 has …
VARASTA POMOLTA (MONSP RECORDS, 2005) Carosol is a rust-preventive spray that comes in black, white, and grey. It’s really thick and doesn’t drip at all. For a time, it was very popular among graffiti writers, especially for outlining or highlighting pieces. So, as you probably guessed, Carosol Kid is a love song about graffiti and …
ACTIVE: 1992– This guy is a multitalented artist: He’s a rapper, producer, author, writer, TV host — and he’s even been involved in local politics. Oh, Steen1 also happens to be a good friend of mine, I’ve known him since 1995. Between 2004-2012 I took care of his website and did quite a bit of …
THE SIGN OF FAITH (SELF-RELEASED, 2017) Another kick ass song by Ignea. Really catchy tune which is originally performed by Ultra Sheriff in 2012. Leviathan, as an entity, is a sea serpent demon noted in theology and mythology. In the Bible too. Leviathan is often an embodiment of chaos, threatening to eat the damned when …
THE SIGN OF FAITH (SELF-RELEASED, 2017) This is my favorite song by Ignea. Powerful lyrics, really catchy tune. The song is about Ukrainian tarpans fighting against oppressors. It was written right after a certain terrorist state annexed Crimea. Since 2022, the message of this song has only become more relevant. It’s about resistance, courage and …
ACTIVE: 2013- Ignea is a really good Ukrainian melodic metal band. The band mixes heavy riffs with symphonic, electronic, and folk elements — plus storytelling. And trust me, it is even better than that description sounds.. This is one of the few bands I’ve discovered through Spotify’s recommendations, about a year after they released their …
STRANGE DAYS (ELECTRA, 1977) Music is your only friendUntil the end When the Music’s Over is a song by The Doors — and probably one of their best-known tunes. It’s also one of my favorite songs by the band — otherwise I wouldn’t be writing this introduction. This nearly 11-minute-long track is a raw, powerful, …
ACTIVE: 1965–1973 The Doors were an American rock band active in the late 1960’s. Their music was both dark and catchy, and Morrison’s lyrics were poetic stories I always found fascinating to follow. Either way, they truly left their mark on rock music and set new standards for how to perform. I’m not exactly sure …
THE ALBUM (POLAR MUSIC, 1977) Thank you for the music, the songs I’m singingThanks for all the joy they’re bringingWho can live without it? I ask in all honesty What would life be, without a song or a dance, what are we?So I say thank you for the music, for giving it to me. Well, …
ACTIVE: 1972–1982, 2016–2022 I gotta admit, it took me a while to truly appreciate the genius of ABBA. Maybe it’s the nostalgia factor, sure — but who can deny it? They produced a ton of songs that are still recognized all over the world. And since I borrowed the name of this art project from …