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The Tales Behind The TalentJanne Partanen (Hautajaisyö etc.) (Ep. 14)My last guest for Season 1 of The Tales Behind The Talent is Janne Partanen of Hautajaisyö. We discuss his youth, the beginning of his band activity and his future plans with his various projects, mainly Hautajaisyö. Check it out!2021-06-2044 min
The Tales Behind The TalentAku Varanka (Woeful) (Ep. 13)The guest for the 13th episode of the podcast is Aku Varanka, the vocalist of the Oulu-based metal band Worful as well as a solo artist. Check it out!2021-05-301h 00
The Tales Behind The TalentMatti Österman (Awake Again) (Ep. 12)My guest for the 12th episode is Matti Österman of the Finnish alternative metal band Awake Again! We discuss Matti's background in music, Awake again and the future plans for the band!2021-05-2359 min
The Tales Behind The TalentUkri Suvilehto (Abbath, Vermivore, De Lirium's Order, IA) (Ep. 11)The guest for my 11th episode, Ukri Suvilehto, is known as the drummer of Abbath, Vermivore, De Lirium's Order, IA etc., but he is also a multi-instrumentalist who has worked on and published his solo material
In this 1,5h long interview, we talk about Ukri's musical background, current projects and future plans in a comprehensive manner. Check it out!2021-05-161h 28
The Tales Behind The TalentEemeli Bodde (Mors Subita, Detset) (Ep. 10)The podcast has reached it's tenth episode, thank you all for your support! In this celebratory episode, I am chatting with Eemeli Bodde, the vocalist of the Finnish melodic death metal band Mors Subita and the guitarist/backing vocalist of the Finnish alternative metal band Detset. Eemeli was of huge help when scouting for the right equipment for my podcast, so I am glad that he's the guest of this first milestone episode! Check it out!2021-05-0951 min
The Tales Behind The TalentSaku Solin (Fear of Domination, Turmion Kätilöt, Stereo Terror Djs) (Ep. 9, pt. 1)The guest for my ninth episode is a key player in the Finnish industrial metal scene, namely Saku Solin also known as Shaq-U. He is sings in both Fear of Domination and Turmion Kätilöt and he is also the other half of the infamous duo Stereo Terror Djs. In the first part, we talk about Saku's early years in music. Check it out! Part 1/2.2021-05-0229 min
The Tales Behind The TalentSaku Solin (Fear of Domination, Turmion Kätilöt, Stereo Terror Djs) (Ep. 9, pt. 2)The guest for my ninth episode is a key player in the Finnish industrial metal scene, namely Saku Solin also known as Shaq-U. He is sings in both Fear of Domination and Turmion Kätilöt and he is also the other half of the infamous duo Stereo Terror Djs. In the second part, we talk more about Saku's current situation as well as his future plans. Check it out! Part 2/2.2021-05-0225 min
The Tales Behind The TalentFor Those That Wish To Exist by Architects (Album Review)In this clip, under review is the new For Those That Wish To Exist album by the British metalcore band Architects, check it out!2021-04-3006 minThe Tales Behind The TalentPyromide by Temple Balls (Album Review)This time under review is the third studio album of the local hard rock pump and hit machine Temple Balls. The album is called Pyromide, check it out!2021-04-2808 minThe Tales Behind The TalentWeek 16 in review (Bodom After Midnight, Night Crowned, Rocking Corpses)Again, catching up for the reviews after my surgery. On week 16's review I go through releases by Bodom After Midnight, Night Crowned and Rocking Corpses.2021-04-2706 minThe Tales Behind The TalentWeek 15 in review (Gojira, BRHG, Scars of Solitude, Genus Ordinis Dei, MindFall, TRB, Sipe Å)I am back after the surgery and little by little catching up with the reviews! This one comes a couple weeks late but under review of week 15 are releases by Gojira, Bloodred Hourglass, Scars of Solitude, Genus Ordinis Dei, Mindfall, Taneli Reponen Band and Sipe Å.2021-04-2706 min
The Tales Behind The TalentRauli Alaruikka (From The Void, Iku-Turso, Ravage Machinery, Suotana) (Ep. 8)In the eight episode of the podcast, I am chatting with Rauli Alaruikka who is a true Jack of all trades in the Finnish metal music scene. Not only does he himself play in four bands, he is also a sound engineer, booking agent and manager for many Finnish bands, including MyGrain,...And Oceans and Kalmah. Check the episode out! Pic by Deattán Photographing2021-04-2546 minThe Tales Behind The TalentOn vain pimeys by Hautajaisyö (Album Review)In this clip, I am reviewing the On vain pimeys (2020) album by the Finnish Death Metal band Hautajaisyö. Check it out!2021-04-2303 min
The Tales Behind The TalentSakis Darkface (W. E. B.) (Ep. 7, pt. 2)In the seventh episode of the podcast, I am chatting with the singer and guitarist of the Dark Metal band W.E.B., Sakis Darkface who is based in Athens, Greece. Part 2/2.2021-04-1827 min
The Tales Behind The TalentSakis Darkface (W. E. B.) (Ep. 7, pt. 1)In the seventh episode of the podcast, I am chatting with the singer and guitarist of the Dark Metal band W.E.B., Sakis Darkface who is based in Athens, Greece. Part 1/2.2021-04-1832 minThe Tales Behind The TalentAssassin's Creed Valhalla (Game Review)In my first game review, I am basically explaining why the newest edition the AC game family is my favorite so far. Check it out!2021-04-1703 minThe Tales Behind The TalentVultures Die Alone by Arion (Album Review)In this clip, I am reviewing the new album Vulture Die Alone (not A Vulture Dies Alone like I say during the review) which was published on April 9th, 2021. Check it out!2021-04-1507 min
The Tales Behind The TalentJohan Andreassen (Amaranthe, Sipe Å) (Ep. 6, pt. 3)In my longest episode so far, I'm chatting with Johan Andreassen, bassist of the Swedish metal band Amaranthe and the new Oulu based project Sipe Å. In the last part, we discuss how Johan has been doing while the live shows have been on pause and we also discuss his new project Sipe Å. Part 3/32021-04-1128 min
The Tales Behind The TalentJohan Andreassen (Amaranthe, Sipe Å) (Ep 6, pt. 2)In my longest episode so far, I'm chatting with Johan Andreassen, bassist of the Swedish metal band Amaranthe and the new Oulu based project Sipe Å. In this second part, we discuss how Johan joined the band Amaranthe and how his journey with the band has gone so far. Part 2/3.2021-04-1133 min
The Tales Behind The TalentJohan Andreassen (Amaranthe, Sipe Å) (Ep. 6, pt. 1)In my longest episode so far, I'm chatting with Johan Andreassen, bassist of the Swedish metal band Amaranthe and the new Oulu based project Sipe Å. In this first part, we discuss how Johan got introduced to music and how he started playing bass. Part 1/3.2021-04-1135 minThe Tales Behind The TalentWeek 14 in review (Dead End Scene, Noira, Impaled Nazarene and Primal Fear)In this week's review, I am going through new releases by the Finnish metal bands Dead End Scene, Noira and Impaled Nazarene as well as the German metal band Primal Fear. Check it out!2021-04-1107 minThe Tales Behind The TalentSeaspiracy (Film Review) (Spoilers!)This time, I am reviewing the new Netflix documentary Seaspiracy, which seems to have inspired a lot of discussion all over the world. You can also find my review on YouTube in video form. Check it out!2021-04-0906 minThe Tales Behind The TalentDemons Within by Evil Drive (Album Review)This time under review is the album Demons Within from the Finnish metal band Evil Drive. The album was published April 2nd, 2021. Check it out!2021-04-0804 min
The Tales Behind The TalentJanne Lunnas (Alase) (Ep. 5)My first Zoom interview with Janne Lunnas from the Finnish Atmospheric metal band Alase, also available in video form on YouTube!2021-04-0432 minThe Tales Behind The TalentWeek 13 in review (Silver Lake by Esa Holopainen, Shade of Sorrow, Bodom After Midnight, Deadshape Figure, Nicole)In the review of week 13 I'm analyzing the new releases from Bodom After Midnight, Dead Shape Figure and Nicole, as well as Esa Holopainen's Silver Lake's song Storm and Shade of Sorrow's song No Return from last week.2021-04-0205 minThe Tales Behind The TalentWonder Woman 1984 (Film Review) (Spoilers!)This time I'm reviewing the new film Wonder Woman 1984, which has received at least some quite negative reviews. Listen to the review to see why I liked the film!2021-03-3110 minThe Tales Behind The TalentFata Morgana by Marianas Rest (Album review)This time under review is Marianas rest's new album Fata Morgana, which was published a couple of weeks ago. Check it out!2021-03-3005 minThe Tales Behind The TalentUnder Attack + Dying to Live by Misterer (Album + stream show review)This time under review are the Under Attack album by the Finnish Thrash/Groove Metal band Misterer and their stream show Dying to Live, which aired March 27th, 2021. Check it out!2021-03-2908 min
The Tales Behind The TalentJussi Sauvola (Verikalpa, Catamenia) (Ep. 4, pt. 1)In this episode, I interview Jussi Sauvola, the keyboard player of the Finnish metal bands Verikalpa and Catamenia. In the episode, we discuss Jussi's growing up in Kemi, his first band project and how he became a part of the bands that he currently is playing in. Check it out!2021-03-2838 min
The Tales Behind The TalentJussi Sauvola (Verikalpa, Catamenia) (Ep. 4, pt. 2)In this episode, I interview Jussi Sauvola, the keyboard player of the Finnish metal bands Verikalpa and Catamenia. In the episode, we discuss Jussi's growing up in Kemi, his first band project and how he became a part of the bands that he currently is playing in. Part 2/2. Check it out!2021-03-2824 minThe Tales Behind The TalentZack Snyder's Justice League (Film review)My first film review is about the much talked about Justice League Snyder Cut. I talk about the differences in the visual aspects, the characters and the story between the two versions of the film. Check it out! Warning: contains spoilers!2021-03-2605 minThe Tales Behind The TalentWeek 12 in releases (Amorphis, Gojira, August Burns Red, Fear of Domination, Ruoska & Kaera)This week I review new releases from Amorprhis (Daughter of Hate live), Gojira (Amazonia), August Burns Red (Icaros), Fear of Domination (Dive Into I), Ruoska (Runno) and Kaera (Konejumala EP). Check it out!2021-03-2608 minThe Tales Behind The TalentThe Tales Behind The Talent (Trailer)2021-03-2400 minThe Tales Behind The TalentRevulsion by Revulsion (Album review)In this short extra clip, I am going through the debut album of the Finnish Death Metal band Revulsion. The album was published on February 5th, 2021. Check it out!2021-03-2304 minThe Tales Behind The TalentLove Eternally by Filthy Crook (EP Review)In this short extra clip, I review the Love Eternally EP which was published by the Finnish, Oulu-based Death Metal band Filthy Crook on Valentine's Day of 2021.2021-03-2204 minThe Tales Behind The TalentWeek 11 in Releases (Insomnium, Trollfest, Everwave, While She Sleeps, Alase) (Review)In this short clip I review the most interesting single and EP releases of week 11, a first review in this extra content series. I discuss Insomnium, Trollfest, Everwave, While She Sleeps and Alase's new releases.2021-03-1906 minThe Tales Behind The TalentBetween the Glimpses of Hope by Ephemerald (Album review)In this short extra clip, I review the debut album of the Finnish metal band Ephemerald. What should I review or who should I interview next?2021-03-1807 minThe Tales Behind The TalentI Love to Be Your Enemy by Arion (Album Review)In this short clip, I review the four newest singles of the Finnish metal band Arion. What should I review or who should I interview next?2021-03-1805 min
The Tales Behind The TalentArde Teronen (Temple Balls) (Ep. 3, pt. 1)In this episode, we discuss how Arde Teronen (Temple Balls) discovered music in his childhood friend group, almost became an athlete instead of a musician, and how his involvement in the hard rock band Temple Balls eventually took him to Japan and made it possible to get a record deal under the same label as his childhood heroes. Part 1/2.
Logo and theme music by Ville Vitikka.
I decided to wear a mask during the interview to ensure as safe an environment for the interview as possible. You can kind of hear it when it comes to my voice, but I...2021-03-1734 min
The Tales Behind The TalentArde Teronen (Temple Balls) (Ep. 3, pt. 2)In this episode, we discuss how Arde Teronen (Temple Balls) discovered music in his childhood friend group, almost became an athlete instead of a musician, and how his involvement in the hard rock band Temple Balls eventually took him to Japan and made it possible to get a record deal under the same label as his childhood heroes. Part 2/2.
Logo and theme music by Ville Vitikka.
I decided to wear a mask during the interview to ensure as safe an environment for the interview as possible. You can kind of hear it when it comes to my voice, but I...2021-03-1734 minThe Tales Behind The TalentNovus Ordo Mundi by Stam1na (Album Review)In my first album review, I go through Stam1ina's newest album Novus Ordo Mundi, which was published February 26th, 2021. These album reviews will be posted as shorter extra content in between interviews. You can listen to them on coffee breaks, lunch hour, short commutes etc.2021-03-1711 min
The Tales Behind The TalentJulius Vetämäjärvi (I AM YOUR GOD (Ep. 2)In this episode, I interview the vocalist of the Rovaniemi-based metal band I Am Your God. We discuss Julius' background with music and his career with the band as well as their debut album Resurrection.
Logo and theme music by Ville Vitikka.2021-03-1453 min
The Tales Behind The TalentThe Prologue (Ep. 1)In this short introductory episode to the Tales Behind The Talent podcast series, the host Muksu introduces himself and talks about his history as a student radio host as well as what inspired him to start hosting the podcast. Have a listen, and find out what to expect from the series!2021-03-1405 min