Snow Angel cover

Released 21 years ago this June

Snow Angel

Värttinä · 2005

70 min · 20 tracks · folk · contemporary folk music

A vibrant fusion of traditional Finnish folk melodies and contemporary arrangements, pulsating with energy and rich harmonies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with varied intensity
  • vibrant energy for gatherings
  • engaging rhythms for movement
  • wave-like pacing through tracks
  • celebratory spirit in melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate gratification
  • preferring slow, meditative tunes

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Snow Angel' was released in 2005, Värttinä was already an established name in the Finnish folk music scene, marking their seventh studio album. This release followed their acclaimed 2003 album 'Miero,' showcasing a continued evolution in their sound while preserving their roots in traditional Finnish music.
Stylistic neighbors
Hedningarna· Garmarna· Korpiklaani

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Laiska 4:09
  • 2 Sepän poika 3:23
  • 3 Morsian 4:41
  • 4 Tumala 3:30
  • 5 Pirsta 2:36
  • 6 Aitara 2:51
  • 7 Äijö 4:23
  • 8 Milja 4:29
  • 9 Potran korean 2:36
  • 10 Lieto 3:08
  • 11 Travuska 4:56
  • 12 Käppee 2:35
  • 13 Nahkaruoska 3:10
  • 14 Lemmennosto 2:56
  • 15 Fanfaari 2:17
  • 16 Kylä vuotti uutta kuuta 4:37
  • 17 Ukko lumi 3:07
  • 18 Liigua 5:04
  • 19 Laulutyttö 3:14
  • 20 Vot i kaalina 3:00

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