Puna is the 2023 release from Finnish jazz collective Oiro Pena, led by composer Antti Vauhkonen and presented on the We Are Busy Bodies label. Recorded across bedrooms, studios, and eclectic spaces in Helsinki, the album weaves lo-fi spiritual jazz with experimental and avant-garde elements, capturing the evolving pulse of Finland’s modern jazz scene. With influences echoing the groove-based explorations of Sanders’s ’70s work, Puna carves its own path while nodding to jazz traditions.
This debut LP showcases Oiro Pena narrowing their focus on jazz, offering mesmerizing sax lines, layered percussions, and intriguing textures that set it apart from typical genre albums. Standout moments, such as the mandolin-driven “Calamity Caravan” and the hypnotic vocals of “Kaiju Kaiju,” highlight the collective's innovative approach and rich musical palette. Puna stands as a testament to the vibrancy and originality of Helsinki’s ever-growing jazz landscape.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: We Are Busy Bodies
- Genre: Jazz, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 08/04/2023
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TRACKS
A1. Puna
A2. Joona's Abs
A3. Kaiju Kaiju
B1. Mythical Mist
B2. Joo Tai
B3. Kuinka Kukaan
B4. Calamity Caravan
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