Ari-Mikko Kuustonen (born 4 March 1960 in Leppävirta) is a Finnish singer-songwriter and television personality with a career spanning over 45 years. He has released 14 solo albums - many going gold or platinum - and his songs 'Aurora', 'Enkelit lentää sun uniin' and 'Taivas varjele' have become Finnish classics. In 1998 he was the first Finn to be named a UNFPA Goodwill Ambassador, and he has received multiple Emma awards and the Juha Vainio lyricist prize.
Kuustonen released the single 'Suoraa huutoa' in 2026, ahead of his forthcoming new album.
Kuustonen announced a concert tour with Finnish symphony orchestras, with the premiere alongside the Jyväskylä City Orchestra on 14 February 2026.
The single 'Elävien kirjoissa' was released in November 2025, marking Kuustonen's first new music in several years.
Kuustonen's 2025 concerts sold out, prompting him and his band to plan a new tour for spring 2026.
A Helsinki concert with Kymi Sinfonietta is scheduled for 29 August 2026, featuring both familiar songs and new material in orchestral arrangements.
concert19:00Legendary singer and songwriter Mikko Kuustonen takes the stage with his new band. The programme features classics and new material.
concert18:00Folk duo Cienna presents their new album "Muinainen armas" at Lobby Myyrmäki. Singer Kaisa Leskinen and kantele artist Senni Eskelinen perform with guest musicians.
festival11:30A networking and learning event for entrepreneurs at Helsinki City Hall. Mikko Kuustonen hosts the day with talks on entrepreneurship and business development.
concert18:30Mikko Kuustonen returns to the concert stage with his new band at Laukon kartano. The concert features new music and classic songs in a summer park with over a thousand spaces, a restaurant and art exhibitions.
