Remy rf. presents: Samae Koskinen

Samae Koskinen launched his recording career twenty years ago, and now his Vol. 1 debut album marks a milestone anniversary. The first single "He Lives Here on This Corner" reached YLEX's A-list, and the album was among the first signs that the Finnish indie scene was moving into the mainstream.

Producer Riku Mattila persuaded the reluctant Koskinen - who had grown up in the English-language pop music world - to record a solo album in Finnish. Since Samae had never written a line in Finnish, the lyrics were written by Sanna Karlström, Saila Susiluoto, Tomi Kontio, Inka Nousiainen, and Kauko Röyhkä. Samae played all the instruments on the album himself.

To mark the anniversary year, Finnish Music is releasing Vol. 1 on vinyl for the first time this autumn. Koskinen is touring and performing the album from start to finish - from keyboards to drums, alone on stage, in the same way the album was made. The concerts feature the debut album's songs alongside highlights from his broader body of work.

Tickets are sold at the door if any remain. Seating is unreserved. Discount cards are checked at the door. An assistant may enter free with the assisted person's ticket. Wheelchair access is not fully accessible, but accessible restrooms are available. Those using a wheelchair or requiring special assistance are asked to contact in advance: info@remy.fi