Musta Joutsen

Musta Joutsen was formed in 2006 at Hyvink??, Finland when Toni Loimuneva (quitar), Markus Nieminen (keyboard) ja Teemu Skytt? (base) posted a message to Internet for finding new band members. Posting was successful; guitarist Ertsi Eerola and singer Katriina Wiiala replied. When Manu Oikarinen was added as drummer, lineup of Musta Joutsen was ready. All members have been on various bands, but perhaps the most known is Katriina's role as lead singer of Stratovarius in 2004.

Musta Joutsen was signed to Poko Records by Epe Helenius and recording of first full album was started at 2007. In the same year band released first singles "Jossakin on vikaa" and "Nyt kun minua j?tet??n". Manu Oikarinen left the band after recording of album. After playing with various temporary drummers, Teemu Eskelinen become a new drummer.

Official Website: www.mustajoutsen.fi