Mikko Innanen (born 1978, Lapinjärvi) is a Finnish saxophonist, composer and bandleader based in Helsinki, widely regarded as one of the most innovative voices on the Nordic jazz and improvised music scene. He studied at the Sibelius Academy and the Rhythmic Music Conservatory in Copenhagen, and has since built a career spanning 38 countries across five continents, with roughly 90 releases to his name. His awards include the Finnish Jazz Federation's Yrjö prize, an Emma award, a state arts grant, and a 2022 DownBeat Rising Star citation. He co-founded the Fiasko Records label and the Hietsu is Happening! concert series.
Mikko Innasen uusi kvintetti released the album 'Ääniä, tavallaan' on Fiasko Records on 5 September 2025, Innanen's eighth release of the year.
The quintet toured Finland for the album release, playing seven cities between 10 and 19 September 2025.
Innanen released 'Brighton Beach Fantasy', recorded with American musicians Joe Fonda and Lou Grassi, in March 2025.
A live album with Norwegian bassist Ingebrigt Håker Flaten, 'Live in Espoo', was released on Fiasko Records in April 2025.
Innanen performed at Jazz-Espa festival in Helsinki in summer 2025, alongside pianist Aki Rissanen.
😴 Nothing scheduled with this artist in the near future.
91concertThu 19.11.Iiro Rantala - An Evening with Iiro
82concertThu 12.11.Verneri Pohjola & Tuomo Prättälä
85concertThu 12.11.Michael Mayo (USA) & UMO Helsinki Jazz Orchestra
80concertWed 16.12.Don Johnson Big Band
77concertSun 15.11.Wayne Marshall & Lahden Gospelkuoro
66concertWed 9.12.Viive
61concertSat 28.11.Don Johnson Big Band
59concertSat 19.12.Johnny Burgin
57concertWed 18.11.Million Dollar Tones
49concertFri 18.12.The Nutcracker – Anna Airola, UMO Helsinki Jazz Orchestra
48concertFri 18.12.UMO
45concertThu 19.11.Manala Afterwork Jazz feat. Johannes Granroth
concert18:00Jazz Jkl Collective takes the stage with saxophonist Mikko Innanen at Muuramesali. Tickets available in advance and at the door.
festival18:00A jazz evening featuring three ensembles: a musical drama about Billy Strayhorn, Aaron Koskelainen Stampede, and Sami Pekkola Quartet. Free admission for all ages.
festival(3 days)
Raahen Rantajatsit is a three-day jazz festival held July 23-25 on various stages in Rahe. The programme features Finnish and international artists including Kimmo Pohjonen, Aki Rissanen, and Helsinki-Cotonou Ensemble.