A contender for the most exciting Finnish newcomer in 2018 is Jesse Markin.

Erkko Lehtinen
Helsinki-based DJ, curator, promoter and writer, founder of Stadin Juhannus and Tavastian Lauantaidisko, previously working with the programming team at Flow Festival and the Nordic showcase By:Larm among others.
Finland

After previous year’s highly anticipated reincarnation as a solo artist, Mikko Joensuu trades in his guitar for synths and completes his colossal album trilogy with an ambient-spirited epic.

Getting ready for their debut EP, Finnish dreampop group Cina Polada offer us a catchy and bubbly taste of the upcoming release.