Seleniko
Värttinä · 1992
47 min · 14 tracks · folk · contemporary folk music
Värttinä's Seleniko blends traditional Finnish folk melodies with contemporary arrangements, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo rhythmic flow engaging sing-along choruses vibrant traditional melodies
- Context
- Seleniko is Värttinä's third album, released in 1992, during a period when the group was solidifying its identity within the contemporary folk scene. Following the success of their previous albums, this release marked a deeper exploration into blending traditional Finnish music with modern sensibilities, showcasing their growth as both musicians and storytellers.
- If you like
- folk, contemporary folk music
Seleniko is an album by Värttinä, released in 1992. Värttinä's Seleniko blends traditional Finnish folk melodies with contemporary arrangements, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound. This album helped establish Värttinä as key players in the world music genre, contributing to the global interest in Finnish folk traditions. Seleniko received critical acclaim and played a significant role in revitalizing interest in folk music, influencing a wave of artists drawing from their cultural heritage. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Seleniko sound like?
Värttinä's Seleniko blends traditional Finnish folk melodies with contemporary arrangements, creating a vibrant tapestry of sound. Rooted in folk and contemporary folk music.
What makes Seleniko by Värttinä notable?
This album helped establish Värttinä as key players in the world music genre, contributing to the global interest in Finnish folk traditions. Seleniko received critical acclaim and played a significant role in revitalizing interest in folk music, influencing a wave of artists drawing from their cultural heritage. Seleniko is Värttinä's third album, released in 1992, during a period when the group was solidifying its identity within the contemporary folk scene. Following the success of their previous albums, this release marked a deeper exploration into blending traditional Finnish music with modern sensibilities, showcasing their growth as both musicians and storytellers.
Who is Seleniko for?
Seleniko works well if you're into steady mid-tempo rhythmic flow, engaging sing-along choruses and vibrant traditional melodies.
How many songs are on Seleniko?
Seleniko has 14 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Seelinnikoi 3:41
- 2 Lemmennosto Standout 2:54
- 3 Kylä vuotti uutta kuuta Standout 5:08
- 4 Sulhassii Standout 2:55
- 5 Matalii ja mustii 2:57
- 6 Hoptsoi 3:21
- 7 Suuret ja soriat 3:41
- 8 Leppiäinen 2:45
- 9 Pihi neito 2:42
- 10 Mikä miulla mielessä 3:39
- 11 Kiirama 3:36
- 12 Hyvä tyttönä hypätä 3:44
- 13 Fanfaari 2:17
- 14 Paukkuvat pasuunat 4:02
Release Date
January 1, 1992
Artist Origin
Finland
Runtime
47 min 28 sec
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