With her latest album, "Gravity", Finnish-born and Baltimore-raised pianist and songwriter Ruut delivers a patient, profoundly moving chronicle of what it means to rebuild oneself from the inside out. Named the Finlandia Foundation’s 2026 Performer of the Year, she spent fifteen years quietly compiling these songs. They existed as private prayers and steady companions through turbulent seasons, bridging the disciplined grace of her classical...

Born to Congolese parents and raised in a bustling household, Janga's early exposure to a kaleidoscope of musical styles paved the way for his unique artistic journey. While Janga has a deep appreciation for the works of numerous 20th- and 21st-century musicians, he's never been shy about naming his favourites. Among the legends that have left an indelible mark on him, Tupac Shakur, Michael Jackson, and...