Finnish-American musicians Sara Pajunen and Jonathan Rundman of the folk duo KAIVAMA grew up in Northwoods cultures of long winters, lakeside saunas, rugged terrain, and solitude. The landscapes of their childhoods echo in the music of their new self-titled debut album.
Alternately ancient and modern Finnish influences reveal themselves in KAIVAMA's sound: danceable rhythms, joyous melodies, icy whispers, sleek construction, primal drones, and poppy hooks all interplay as Pajunen and Rundman explore the music of their ancestors.Album Tracks:
1. schottiche 150
2. cross country
3. joutsen polska
4. edina speedtrap
5. nonstop
6. pirun polska
7. røros
8. talviyö
9. rynkö
10. chicago waltz
11. sulo
12. viitaniemi mix
13. red field
14. mosalarium
Slightly off beat but melodic treatments of tunes that seem to be traditional. An interesting listening experience highlighted by a distinctive presentation.