Tsuumi Sound System is one of Finland’s internationally most notable modern folk bands. They started in the 1990's as a support band for a dance group, but soon went on their own and became very influential on the  European Folk scene for their innovative ideas.  

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Rooted in the Nordic folk tradition, this seven-piece instrumental ensemble draws its strength from various influences. Fiona Talkington of BBC-Songlines describes them as "A dangerously addictive roller-coaster ride through Finnish folk, jazz, heart-wrenching ballad and unstoppable dance music, with a little Balkan edge" . 

 

The band is known for their intense live performances and complex arrangements. . 

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Over the years, Tsuumi Sound System’s shows have gained wide popularity  from Scandinavia to the Mediterranean and from the UK to the USA. They have also featured a live session on BBC’s World on 3 at Maida Vale Studios in London, and received various awards for their albums.

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Since 2007, the band has released four albums: Hotas (2007), Growing Up (2009), Floating Letters (2013), Blinking Light (2019), and Concert In Stereo (2023). The three first alums were co-produced with Swedish guitar legend Roger Tallroth of Väsen. Concert in Stereo is 70' of live music recorded across Europe between 2018 and 2021.   

 

Twelve of TSS original songs have also been re-arranged to be played together with orchestra. The band has successfully collaborated with Die Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen. All concerts in Germany were sold out. 

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