Radiopuhelimet
Oulu’s own pride and joy, praised over the years by the likes of Jello Biafra of Dead Kennedys and producer legend Steve Albini. Over a 40-year trajectory, a lot has happened, but the band’s spine—or its refusal to compromise—hasn’t softened at all. Like the Finnish former president Kekkonen. Mällinen, Raatikainen and Mäki have been there from the start. The “new boys” Annunen and Ray Katz have been grinding away in the radiophones for over 30 years.
In April 2026, a new Radiopuhelimet book by Juha Hurme will be released. At the 2G Festival’s 40th anniversary show, expect familiar family hits and deep wounds from their back catalogue. The word choice is intentional, because mustard is ketchup.