Pyhimys (born Mikko Kuoppala, 1981, Helsinki) is one of Finland's most prominent rappers and songwriters, active since the mid-2000s. He records for Universal Music Finland and founded the indie label Yellowmic Records, while also fronting the hip-hop group Teflon Brothers. His 2018 album 'Tapa poika' brought him mainstream recognition and earned him six Emma awards at the 2019 gala - sweeping every category he was nominated in.
Pyhimys is set to perform at Downtown Calling festival in Helsinki on 11 July 2026 - his only festival appearance of the summer and his first solo show since 2022.
Pyhimys and his booking agency All Day announced his return to live performance via Instagram in November 2025, with new material reportedly in the works.
Pyhimys's divorce from his wife Liisa was finalised by Helsinki District Court on 11 November 2025.
Pyhimys publicly announced he was stepping back from the spotlight in April 2025, citing burnout and personal difficulties he had experienced since late 2024.
Pyhimys's 'Pyhimys isona' solo concert at Helsinki Ice Hall in September 2022 sold out, marking the peak of his most recent touring cycle.
festival(2 days)
Downtown Calling is a two-day festival at Nordis featuring almost 30 artists from Finland's alternative, indie, underground and hip-hop scenes, plus international guests. Pyhimys makes a rare festival appearance at his only summer concert.
festival(3 days)
Alternative music festival at Helsingin Jäähalli featuring nearly 30 artists from the Finnish indie and hip-hop scene plus international guests including Pyhimys, The Libertines and Mobb Deep.