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Humppaelämää

Eläkeläiset · 2003

74 min · 14 tracks · humppa · schottische

A joyful blend of traditional Finnish polka and modern humor, bursting with infectious energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • joyful energy for celebrations
  • danceable tracks for gatherings
  • infectious rhythms to uplift
  • long finale for reflective moments
  • playful humor throughout experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer serious and somber tones
  • want straightforward, quick listens

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Humppaelämää' was released in 2003, Eläkeläiset had established themselves as a prominent act in the humppa genre, following their breakthrough with earlier albums. This album marked a continuation of their unique fusion of folk traditions and comedic elements, solidifying their reputation within Finland's alternative music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Värttinä· Korpiklaani· Pekka Kuusisto

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Humppaelämää 3:21
  • 2 Katkolla humppa 2:58
  • 3 Humppa-Aatami 2:18
  • 4 Unelmahumppa 3:37
  • 5 Lauantaitanssit 3:26
  • 6 Lusijan humppa 3:36
  • 7 Keväthumppa 3:02
  • 8 Ona vaan 3:07
  • 9 Humppashokki 2:54
  • 10 Humppaäimä 3:43
  • 11 Pesu- ja linkoushumppa 2:04
  • 12 Humppasäteilyä 1:59
  • 13 Nynnyhumppa 2:13
  • 14 Haudalle kukkia 35:35

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