Now, we’ve always wanted to explore domestic music more and so why not bring the laser focus of the Slow Radio Shower to the States. Once again, we made a master list of US states (and Canadian Provinces because why not?), and then rolled the dice. The result: Kentucky!
We enjoy exploring music from different countries. This June, we are listening to music from Finland, Europe. Join in by posting songs and thoughts about the music on this post…
So why Finland? There are nearly 290 territories and countries in the world. We created a master list of countries and territories and then rolled dice and that’s how we ended up with Finland.
So, how do you find music from Finland. One option is Bandcamp. You can use this link which will show all music tagged as coming from the country of Finland. In theory. However, take note, that people will tag their music based on a variety of factors so it’s good to verify it’s actually from Finland or if it is influenced by Finnish music or from a Finnish label. Anything is an acceptable contribution to this effort though. So if it’s from a Finnish label but it’s Lithuanian music – why not? Also I noticed that Finland has multiple tags so that’s just one of them. And you may want to search by certain cities as well, such as Helsinki.
You can use other sites too such as Spotify, Soundcloud, Last.FM or YouTube. However, most of those sites don’t have a geo-tag to search by. So it can be harder to find stuff. At the same time, most artists are on Spotify, but not everyone is on Bandcamp. And there is always Google searches. Since not everyone is on Bandcamp, it’s good to diversify how we find music.
Between now and the end of June, we’ll post music that we or others find and include appropriate commentary. Feel free to comment, suggest music to include, etc… This is most effective as a group effort.
Saturday, June 1 @ 1:30am
The first find in listening to Finnish music is the lovely Jazz from Linda Fredriksson.
Sunday, June 2 @ 12pm
Some Finnish post-rock from Tampere, Finland. This has an ambient touch to it. It’s very solid.
Monday, June 3 @ 1:30am
This is my favorite find so far. Some dreamy electronic indie pop.
Monday, June 3 @ 12:30pm
This is so interesting. Elokuu is inspired by Humppa – “Humppa is a type of music from Finland. It is related to jazz and very fast foxtrot, played two beats to a bar“. Enjoy! And thanks to Lorelai for this contribution!
Tuesday, June 4 @ 2pm
The music from Kauan is labeled as doom, folk, progressive rock, and ambient. And to be honest, it all fits. Plus this album has an associated RPG that you can get! Well worth the listen.
Wednesday, June 5 @ 11am
Teini-Pää is great. This music makes me so happy. Indie Pop that sometimes sounds like surf rock, sometimes like pop punk, and sometimes like Best Coast. Well worth the listen. All lyrics in Finnish.
Thursday, June 6
Today’s contribution comes from Eleanoora Rosenholm – a band from Pori that is probably best described as a weird bit of indie pop. This recent album is focused on a Soviet Union based storyline.
Thursday, June 6 @ 12pm
Today we get two posts. From the same Finnish label as Eleanoora Rosenholm we have Olimpia Splendid. Now I should have remembered how much I like them as I actually have a 7″ from them. But wow are they good! I guess this is Indie Noise? Who cares, I love it!
Friday, June 7 @ 11:30am
Today’s pick was described by Kim Gordon, “Islaja’s music is a dream, abstract and enchanted but grounded in the earthiness of a Finnish forest floor.” I mean, who am I to argue with Kim Gordon? Besides, she is not wrong.
Tuesday, June 11 @ 1:30pm
Jarse is interesting music. Sometimes melodic, other times experimental.
Wednesday, June 12 @ 12pm
Of course, Finland may be best known for its Metal. I am not an aficionado of metal. But I thought this was decent. I’ve barely delved into the metal yet though so don’t be surprised if I find much better.
@1:30pm
This post-rock is really good. Occasionally heavy, occasionally dreamy, always instrumental.
Thursday, June 13 @ 11:30am
Got some real good suggestions from my friend Julian yesterday for Finnish metal. Here are two of my favorites.
Friday, June 14 @ 12:30am
This is so good. Especially the first track. Maybe Tar meets Pissed Jeans? Whatever. It works.
Saturday, June 14 @ 12pm
This is interesting. I really like it. Definitely an indie sound, a bit electronic at times, experimental for sure. In the end it’s just interesting…
Whereas this one is straight up indie rock.
And this may be best classified as indie pop rock?
We enjoy exploring music from different countries. This May, we are listening to music from Guyana, South America. Join in by posting songs and thoughts about the music on this post…
So, how do you find music from Guyana. One option is Bandcamp. You can use this link which will show all music tagged as coming from the Co-operative Republic of Guyana. But you can use other sites too such as Spotify or Soundcloud though there isn’t a tag to search by. And there is always Google.
Between now and the end of May, we’ll post music that we or others find and include appropriate commentary.
The first music of note so far is Research Kitchen.
Sunday, May 19 @ 12pm
This calypso with the drums and jazzy sound is quite delightful!
Sunday, May 19 @ 1pm
If you like industrial I am actually quite enjoying The Vulture Drones…
Monday, May 20 @ 1pm
I wouldn’t say this is great punk, but I like that it exists. A split 7″ with bands from Guyana and neighboring Suriname.
Monday, May 20 @ 6:30pm
This I thought was going to be ambient but it’s something else. It’s a pleasant listen.
Tuesday, May 21 @ 10:30am
I’m trying Youtube music playlists to find music from Guyana. This playlist is of Guyana folk music.
Tuesday, May 21 @ 2:30pm
Creole Rock is an interesting project. Gavin Mendonca is the artist behind this pop punk infused Guyanan music. He also features in a heavy metal band I’m going to give a listen to. And he has a folk project as well.
Wednesday, May 22 @ 12:30pm
Death Metal from Guyana. I know I tend to like everything sometimes but I do actually like this and I’m not usually a big death metal person.
Wednesday, May 22 @ 1:00pm
Just some simple acoustic offerings from a guitarist in Guyana…
And here is some more traditional Guyana music…
Saturday, May 25 @ 10:30PM
This isn’t exactly my thing but it’s lovely in its way. Singer-songwriter Juke Ross from Guyana.
Sunday, May 26 @ 12:30am
I haven’t listened to Iron Maiden in ages so I was surprised how quickly I recognized this cover. Anyhow, some metal from Guyana from Ettu Brutus.