Mikael Gabriel (born Mikael Kristian Gabriel Sohlman) is a Finnish rapper and singer who broke through in the early 2010s with melodic, Finnish-language hip-hop blending pop hooks and sharp lyricism. He has released seven studio albums - the most recent being Big Steppa (2022) - earned multiple Emma nominations and wins, and accumulated over 200 million streams across platforms. Beyond music, he has acted in films such as Bodom (2016) and Pahan kukat, appeared on the TV series Vain elämää, and in 2024 published the first volume of a children's book series.
Mikael Gabriel released the ballad single 'Sotilas' featuring newcomer artist Senni on 14 November 2025, marking his continued focus on emotional love songs.
In 2025 Gabriel celebrated 15 years as a recording artist, highlighted by a sold-out show at Helsinki's Apollo Live Club.
Mikael Gabriel performed at Linnanmäki's Valokarnevaalit festival in Helsinki on 17 October 2025.
Gabriel published the first volume of his children's book series, 'Vox & Poppuli: Pottamysteerio', in September 2024.
Mikael Gabriel and Estonian rapper Nublu competed in UMK 2024 - the Finnish Eurovision national final - with the song 'Vox populi', finishing third with 178 points.
😴 Nothing scheduled with this artist in the near future.
80concertSat 12.12.Cledos
80concertThu 17.12.Cledos
80concertFri 18.12.Cledos
80concertSat 19.12.Cledos
77concertFri 13.11.Cledos
69concertSat 14.11.Edicti
69concertFri 20.11.Timo Pieni Huijaus (Album Release), Tiia Karoliina
57concertFri 11.12.REINO NORDIN
53concertFri 13.11.YOUNGHEARTED
52concertSat 21.11.Cledos
52concertSat 28.11.Cledos
52concertThu 31.12.Cledos
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TTO ry organizes the Kauppakadun Approt event in Jyväskylä. Tickets include an appro tour and after-parties at Pavilion, where Minttu, Mikael Gabriel and Gettomasa perform.
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Kauppakadun Appro is one of Finland's most traditional student events, celebrating its 50th anniversary. The evening features a pub crawl through Jyväskylä restaurants and concludes with live music at Jyväskylä Paviljonki.
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Tosine ry's group joins the Kauppakatu appro student pub crawl starting from Lutako Square, with checkpoints throughout the city and Kuokkala. The night ends with performances by Minttu, Gettomasa and Mikael Gabriel at Jyväskylän Paviljonki.
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Kauppakadun Approt turns 50. A ticket group for Interventio ry members featuring a pub crawl, activities, and an after-party at Pavilion with Minttu, Mikael Gabriel, and Gettomasa.
festival16:00Members-only ticket sales for Kauppakadun Approt, celebrating its 50th anniversary. Tickets include the appro route and after-party featuring Minttu, Mikael Gabriel, and Gettomasa.
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Jyväskylä's legendary Kauppakadun Appro celebrates its 50th anniversary. The day starts at Lutako harbour square at 16:00, continues through the city centre with stamp collection, and ends at Paviljonki's after-party. Featuring Minttu, Gettomasa and Mikael Gabriel.
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Varkaat participates in Kauppakadun Appro on 1.10.2026 with its own ticket group. The ticket costs 26 € and includes entry, an appro tour, and an after-party with Minttu, Mikael Gabriel and Gettomasa.
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Emile rf joins Jyväskylä's biggest student event Kauppakadun Approt. The appro tour starts 1.10. at 15.30 and continues at Paviljonki with performances by Minttu, Mikael Gabriel and Gettomasa.
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Kauppakadun Appro's 50th anniversary celebration on 1.10.2026 in Jyväskylä. Ticket counter for Pedaali ry members offering access to an appro restaurant tour and after-party at Pavilion featuring Minttu, Mikael Gabriel, and Gettomasa.
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Kauppakadun Appro's 50th anniversary celebration on 1.10.2026 in Jyväskylä. Pedagog members can purchase tickets from a dedicated quota that includes the appro tour, afterparty at Paviljongen, and free festival activities. Featuring Minttu, Mikael Gabriel, and Gettomasa.
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Preemio organises a bus trip to Kauppakadun Appro's 50th anniversary celebration in Jyväskylä. The journey from Kuopio includes a food and drink festival with an after-party featuring Minttu, Mikael Gabriel and Gettomasa.
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JANO members' ticket pool for Kauppakadun Appro's 50th anniversary celebration. The day features a start from Satama Square, a pub crawl through restaurants, and an after-party at Paviljongen with performances by Minttu, Mikael Gabriel and Gettomasa.
festival15:00Joensuu students' academic year opening at the market square featuring Mikael Gabriel as the main performer, information booths, and free programming for all students.
festival22:01Vauhti Kiihtyy! festival at Himos Park on July 17-18 features 16 Finnish artists across two days, from Popeda to JVG and beyond.