4-Star Review from Songlines Magazine!

We are thrilled to share that Hurja Halla’s second album, Surma hiihti, has received a glowing 4-star review in the latest issue of Songlines Magazine.

Hurja Halla's album Surma hiihti got 4-star review

In the review, critic Chris Wheatley describes the album as a ”notable release” that draws deep inspiration from mythology and nature.

The review highlights the unique blend of cello, mouth harp, flute, and percussion, commenting it ”blended to perfection”.

”’Teeren tanssi’ is a high, bright and wistful affair, shot through with warmth and joy, while ’Otsoseni ainoiseni’ summons visions of dark winter landscapes lit by acres of pure white snow. ”

It is an honor to be featured in such a prestigious global music publication alongside other fantastic Nordic artists. A huge thank you to Songlines and Chris Wheatley for the kind words!


Have you heard the album yet?
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Hurja Hallan showcase-keikasta pätkiä Yle Radio 1:ltä

Yle Radio 1 soitti neljä kappaletta Hurja Hallan showcase-keikalta Kaustinen Folk Music Festivaalilla 12.7.2023.

”Suorassa lähetyksessä Kaustisen kansanmusiikkifestivaalilta kuullaan tuoreita äänityksiä kesäisistä konserteista. Uuden sukupolven tulokkaat Hurja Halla, Polenta ja Pelkkä Poutanen uudistavat perinnettä.”

Ohjelma tuli ulos 13.7.2023.

Ohjelmassa soitettiin Hurja Hallan kappaleet Hurja Halla, Rommi, Pakkanen ja Suohiisi.

Hurja Halla trio has been chosen to play as a showcase band in Kaustinen Folk Music Festival 2023

“A distinctive contemporary folk music band from Joensuu, whose unprejudiced music is inspired by the nature and myths of the north. The band’s repertoire consists of original songs with moods ranging from wistful to trance-like, and ethnic wind instruments, cello, percussion and the sound of the human voice take the listener on a journey to the northern forests.”

Hurja Halla trio is an official showcase band of Kaustinen Folk Music Festival 2023 with brilliant Pelkkä Poutanen and Polenta. Can’t wait this! 😀