"Aili Ikonen is a breath of fresh air in the firmament of Finnish contemporary vocal artists and vocal jazz."

"There seems to be no bounds to the sheer imagination poured into the sound worlds and effects inhabiting this album."

"On the whole, this disc remains with the listener for longer than one would expect from its adventurous musical content, but its impressiveness is not because...

"Minna Leinonen manages to pull off the most important requirement in writing an opera: to write music that perfectly merges with the other elements surrounding it...

"Sväng have now returned to their roots in a refreshing and energetic rediscovery of tradition – an inexhaustible source of joy."

"Ensemble Gamut!'s repertoire ranges from daringly and freshly arranged folk songs to Medieval and Renaissance compositions. Improvisation and electronics are also included."

“Ánnámáret is part of a powerful new force in Sámi music and identity.”

"The debut album of kantele player and singer-songwriter Marjo Smolander is an interesting combination of different musical collaborations."

"Also the real thing is included, with Kuittinen sometimes letting her voice go all rough and raw, affected by grief. Her voice does not always sound...