KORPIKLAANI

Hailing from Lahti, Finland, Korpiklaani is a pioneering force in modern folk metal, evolving from Jonne Järvelä's Sámi folk music project, Shamaani Duo, in 1993. The band, which solidified its current name in 2003, is known for fusing traditional instruments like accordion and violin with thrash-driven riffs and anthemic songwriting. Their sound is a boisterous blend of heavy metal drumming, fuzzy guitar strumming, and lively folk melodies, often celebrating nature, Finnish culture, and an unapologetic love for good drink. Expect a communal celebration, where circle pits meet joyful polkas.