Ismo Alanko Säätiö
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Ismo Alanko Säätiö (Finnish pronunciation: [ˈismo ˈʔɑlɑŋko ˈsæːtiø]) was a Finnish rock group led by Ismo Alanko. The band featured an ever-changing lineup of musicians and can be considered an extension of Alanko's solo career.[1] The band's name is Finnish for "Ismo Alanko Foundation".
Ismo Alanko Säätiö | |
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Background information | |
Origin | Finland |
Genres | Alternative rock, Art rock |
Years active | 1997–2007 |
Labels | Poko Records |
Past members | Ismo Alanko Jussi Kinnunen Teho Majamäki Kimmo Pohjonen Marko Timonen Samuli Laiho Ville Kangas Jarno Karjalainen Timo Kämäräinen Riku Mattila |
Early Säätiö's sound was influenced by folk music and featured Kimmo Pohjonen's accordion in a prominent role.[2] The band played songs from Alanko's earlier career with Hassisen Kone, Sielun Veljet and from his solo career, as well as original songs which were almost exclusively written by Alanko. Their music also had some progressive rock and classical influences.[2] In later years they concentrated on more straightforward rock songs.