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(1996 – present)
Kimmo Pohjonen (b. 1964) is one of the most respected and in-demand musicians and performers in Finland. An accordionist of exceptional ability and imagination, Kimmo’s musical history goes back more than twenty years in rock, folk, avant-garde, improvisation, classical, dance and theatre music projects.
In 1996 he embarked on a solo career with his solo 5-row accordion project, featuring extreme and original compositions, live loops and effects, a dynamic and animated stage performance, orchestrated lights and surround sound. This show received instant massive worldwide critical acclaim at WOMEX Berlin in 1999 and led to continuous work with his many projects all over Europe, North and South America, Israel, Russia and Japan to rave response.
Pohjonen’s singular mission is to expand the capabilities, sound, performance, scope and experience of the accordion in many different settings to levels never before seen or heard. Accordion, voice, effects, surround sound and light show combine to make a unique and captivating performance event.
Named Folk Musician of the Year in Finland in 1996, 1997, 1998, he has played on over 75 different albums in the past 10 years including Finnish folk music group Ottopasuuna, duo pinnin pojat with JPP’s Arto Järvelä and rock band Ismo Alanko Säätiö. Pohjonen has also performed music for theatre, ballet and modern dance.
Selected projects and collaborations:
In 2001 he formed duo Kluster with sampling whiz Samuli Kosminen.
In 1996 he embarked on a solo career with his solo 5-row accordion project, featuring extreme and original compositions, live loops and effects, a dynamic and animated stage performance, orchestrated lights and surround sound. This show received instant massive worldwide critical acclaim at WOMEX Berlin in 1999 and led to continuous work with his many projects all over Europe, North and South America, Israel, Russia and Japan to rave response.
Pohjonen’s singular mission is to expand the capabilities, sound, performance, scope and experience of the accordion in many different settings to levels never before seen or heard. Accordion, voice, effects, surround sound and light show combine to make a unique and captivating performance event.
Named Folk Musician of the Year in Finland in 1996, 1997, 1998, he has played on over 75 different albums in the past 10 years including Finnish folk music group Ottopasuuna, duo pinnin pojat with JPP’s Arto Järvelä and rock band Ismo Alanko Säätiö. Pohjonen has also performed music for theatre, ballet and modern dance.
Selected projects and collaborations:
In 2001 he formed duo Kluster with sampling whiz Samuli Kosminen.
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Pelleindahood wrote:
It's amazing, that he can manage that with a harmonium. Wonderful.
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Dustspell wrote:
Exprimental but yet so beatiful
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lechima wrote:
Genialne!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
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hitakiri wrote:
круче KImmo только я яйца вкрутую!! потрясающая музыка!
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Martin_W68 wrote:
His music carries me away; though a little bit dark, it comes to a good ending. A great and unique composer, not seeking easy success. It's for eternity.
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mri wrote:
Vote for the new photos!
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Grindfucked wrote:
interesting stuff, this.
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Gvaz wrote:
love it
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ultra_silence wrote:
maestro
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idas15 wrote:
I've seen him live yesterday. It was unbelievable! He's genius
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maxi wrote:
Yes, an awesome gig. Some photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/_imax/sets/72157605059522284/
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teameister wrote:
Kimmo at Manor Farm yesterday was incredible. Live Farm machinery and sheep shearing plus the most daring accordian player in the world, plus a hog roast and specially brewed beer equals no ordinary gig.
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vereniq wrote:
genius! Probably he sold his soul... ;)
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Minardil wrote:
he's genious
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schlektron wrote:
kiitos Kimmo, kiitos!
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peterparents wrote:
its amzing I first heard him back in 2004 when a friend invite me to a concert, I didn´t knew what I was going to see...... but I have to say, it´s far better live than on cd ehehe!!!
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BaNannananana wrote:
Finland's got it all. Earlier this month i discovered Circle, and now this. New fave music country and new fave artist
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demaupin wrote:
brilliant. just brilliant.
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Axel65 wrote:
Saw this incredible guy two times at the Moers Jazz Festival, I think in 2000 solo and 2005 with KTU - impressive gigs!
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216 wrote:
Kimmo Pohjonen makes me happy ^^
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Kimmo Pohjonen - palkeiden paholainen
Kuopion Musiikkikeskus, Kuopio, Finland
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Kimmo Pohjonen
Vanemuine, Tartu, Estonia
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