Paavoharju

Paavoharju are another oddball of the so-called "Finnish Folk Movement", probably best known rather outside the country than among the local listeners. I only recently discovered them through foreign links and recommendations! The band uses lo-fi techniques, tying electronic crackles, snaps and pops to folk-ish melodies; into something I would like my best dreams to have on their soundtrack.

Really, I don't think I can say anything about them, anything that would do them justice. Just listen carefully and close your eyes.

Downloads from Fonal.com:
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Kuljin kauas

Downloads from Mikseri.net:
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Kuljin kauas (Live)

Photography courtesy of Paavoharju.com. See the band's homepage for more information.