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Ääripäät

Mikael Gabriel · 2018

37 min · 11 tracks · rapping · R&B

A vibrant fusion of Finnish pop melodies and introspective rap flows that captures youthful exuberance and emotional depth.

Why this album works

The album solidified Mikael Gabriel's status within the Finnish music industry, debuting at number one on the Finnish Albums Chart. Critically, it was praised for its honest lyricism and innovative sound, contributing to the growing popularity of genre-blurring artists in Finland.
Best for
short, engaging listening bursts youthful and energetic vibes emotional depth and introspection
Context
Ääripäät is Mikael Gabriel's fourth studio album, released at a pivotal moment in his career after achieving significant mainstream success with his previous album, ensuring his place in the Finnish music scene. Following a period of artistic exploration, this release showcased Gabriel's continued evolution as an artist blending genres while addressing personal and societal themes.
Stylistic neighbors
En Vogue· giorge mijael· Amy Winehouse
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6K — This EP offers a fresh sound while maintaining the emotional depth and energy from Ääripäät.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Muovipalmuja Standout 3:14
  • 2 Naapurit kuulee Standout 3:28
  • 3 Ääripäät Standout 3:10
  • 4 Kivi sakset seteli 3:29
  • 5 Pidä musta kii 3:21
  • 6 Mennää bulil 3:15
  • 7 Sahara 3:38
  • 8 Älä huku kyyneliin 3:31
  • 9 Timanttei 3:15
  • 10 Pimeyteen 3:20
  • 11 Ei oo hätää 3:27

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