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Lost Society found their society

13.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English

Lost Society’s explosive gig as the Rekka stage’s final performer on saturday got more and more people to the site as the gig went on. Most of them looked stunned, wondering what the f**k is happening here. Lost Society was what happened and they left no one in doubt why they are the biggest name in Finnish trash metal at the moment.
Lue loppuun


Energy and happy moods – a swinging farewell to Stella

13.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English

On their farewell gig on Saturday, Stella pampered their audience for one last time and put forth an awesome show with atmosphere to share. The band gave it their all and was in finer shape than ever before. Lue loppuun


Saturday afternoon by the Rento Stage

13.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English

It is Saturday afternoon and festival goers bask in the sun near the Rento Stage with groovy rhythms providing the background. On the grassy field I meet Suvi and Tara who have arrived all the way from Tampere for their … Lue loppuun


What is Ilosaarirock, besides 42 years old?

13.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English

The hundreds of volunteers and other Rock workers in their feisty red shirts are the heart and soul of the Ilosaarirock festival, charming festival goers wherever they roam. I did the rounds backstage to chat with volunteers who serve the … Lue loppuun


Much more than a punk rock song

13.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English

Satruday’s opening act at the Sue stage Pertti Kurikan Nimipäivät was a good reminder what punk is all about, attitude and nothing but attitude. Lue loppuun


Here we go again!

13.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English

Good afternoon, Laulurinne! It’s time for Ilosaarirock again, and the weather looks as great as the band list for the weekend.Lue loppuun


Mariska said it: Ilosaarirock is the best festival in the land!

13.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English

Mariska is the chameleon of the Finnish music scene. She has done everything from hip-hop to punk, from folk favourites to her newest venture, pop music. Her gold-selling album ”Kukkuruu” is a poignant dose of beautiful pop songs. When asked about this new choice of genre, Mariska replies: “Why not pop music? Music is all about the feeling.”Lue loppuun


Interview with Stella

13.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English

Stella is disbanding after this summer, after more than ten years on the road. Ilosaarirock web press talked with guitarist Janne Sivosen about quitting, the gig on Saturday, and his creative process.Lue loppuun


Food and drink

12.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English

Ilosaarirock festival grounds play host to a great variety of different food kiosks and booths, not to mention the multitude of licensed areas on the grounds. Lue loppuun


NettiTV: DreamTim

11.7.2013 | Aiheet: In English, NettiTV, Sekalaiset

Ilosaarirock NettiTV interviews JayVee and Thonje from DreamTim at Suvitanssit in Kerubi. Lue loppuun