Frigg – Dreamscapes (Bafe’s Factory, 2025)
Remarkable Finnish folk ensemble Frigg is celebrating 25 years with the release of Dreamscapes, an album that expands their signature acoustic fiddle-fueled style. The exquisite, impeccable, and original instrumental music is deeply-rooted in Finnish folk. Furthermore, it also features masterfully crafted, multilayered chamber folk, dazzling back-and-forth exchanges, the discreet use of electric instruments, charming cinematic passages, and delightful, breathtaking solo performances.
Since its formation, Frigg has been a driving force in Nordic folk, with 12 albums, extensive global tours, and numerous awards and nominations.
Musicians: Tero Hyväluoma on fiddle, harmonium, keyboards; Esko Järvelä on fiddle, keyed fiddle, harmonium, tenor guitar, electric guitar, piano; Alina Kivivuori on fiddle; Juho Kivivuori on acoustic bass, guitar; Topi Korhonen on guitar, mandolin; Petri Prauda on cittern, mandolin, jaw harp.
Guest musicians: Veera Luomala on cello; Oskari Lehtonen on percussion; Joonas Saikkonen on sound design, programming, drum programming.
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Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.