MUSEXPO 2006 will again focus on connecting an exclusive gathering of high-level executives who have a passion for—and a critical stake in—the discovery of new artists. In addition, the conference will highlight leading-edge platforms that promote the creation of new international business opportunities.
The second edition of Musexpo presents four stellar Finnish acts. Grunge rockers Bloodpit (MERCEEDEES), The Rasmus affiliate Kwan (DYNASTY RECORDINGS), “no coast” hip-hop maverick Redrama (EMI FINLAND) and garage rock outfit The Winyls (SAM AGENCY) will rock the esteemed venues Roxy and The Viper Room.
Finnish showcases at Musexpo:
MONDAY, MAY 1
The Winyls (SAM AGENCY)
08:00pm
@ The Roxy
The Winyls states clearly, that honest Rock ‘n Roll is still alive and well. The band strikes you with pure rockin’ vibes, sounds and attitude. First single Let’s Sing was released in March 2005 and went straight to the Top-5 in official Finnish single chart and stayed there for several weeks. The single was highly acclaimed, including frequent playing in the radio and video rotation in the national TV channels. The Winyls are still available for signing, licensing and publishing in most territories.
Listen to tracks from Rock Motor
Let’s Sing
Rock Motor
Son Of Rock’n'Roll
Contact: Sami Peura (Sam Agency), info(at)samagency.fi
Redrama (EMI FINLAND / LS MANAGEMENT)
10:55pm
@ The Viper Room
Helsinki, Finland based rapper Redrama is poised to become one of the first non-US rappers to breakthrough globally with his highly street-cred sophomore effort, Street Music. Already a few US-based A&R executives ears are turning to Redrama’s unique, infectious and commercially viable full-length, which added with his riveting on-stage antics is bound to create worldwide success. Redrama is undoubtedly one of the most credible hip-hop artists to emanate out of Europe and has a real chance to crack the US market. Rap royalty such as D-12 and Gangstarr has already adopted the newcomer as one of their own…
Listen to tracks from Street Music
Street Music
I Don’t Know What To Tell You
Rest Of Your Life
Contact: Timo Kuoppamäki (EMI Finland), timo.kuoppamaki(at)emimusic.com; Lars Sonck (LS Management), management(at)redrama.com
TUESDAY, MAY 2
Kwan (DYNASTY RECORDINGS)
08:35pm
@ The Roxy
Kwan was formed in 2000. The band’s debut album Dynasty went platinum quickly, and Kwan also won two prizes at the Finnish Grammy Awards. Second album The Die Is Cast sold double platinum and another Finnish Grammy Award came their way. The band returned in 2004 with Love Beyond This World, which sold gold, and included the hits Unconditional Love and Decadence of the Heart. And another acceptance speech at the Finnish Grammy Awards. Kwan’s fourth album Little Notes was released in Finland on March 22nd, 2006.
Listen to tracks from Little Notes
Diamonds
Little Note
Tainted Love
Contact: Antti Eriksson (Dynasty Recordings), info(at)dynastyrecordings.fi
Bloodpit (MERCEEDEES)
10:55pm
@ The Roxy
One of the most exciting new artists to emerge from Finland this year is the new era rockgrungemetal inspired quartet Bloodpit. The band has been tipped by the majority of the Scandinavian and European rock press as being the band to watch in 2006. The band was recently voted as a newcomer of the year in the biggest Finnish youth magazine and the band’s video for the single, Platitude, won the best music video of the year title by the readers of Noise. Bloodpit has received video support from MTV Nordic and MTV Europe and the thirst for Bloodpit is now being tasted by publishing executives from around the world. Bloodpit’s cross boundary sound of Marilyn Manson meets Alice in Chains inspired rock is ready to sink its teeth into the global rock market. Bloodpit is still available for signing, licensing and publishing in most territories.
Listen to tracks from Mental Circus
Platitude
Bad-Ass Blues
Bad Echo
Contact: Paavo Bäckman (Merceedees), paavo.backman(at)merceedees.fi
More info:
Mr. Ville Kilpeläinen
Music Export Finland
Tel +358 (0)20 730 2230
Email ville(at)musex .fi
Mr. Sat Bisla
Musexpo
Email sat(at)anrworldwide.com