Bonus Beats: Rare & Unreleased Finnish Electro 1990-2002 (Vinyl)

Cold Blow proudly presents Bonus Beats: Rare & Unreleased Finnish Electro 1990-2002, a landmark compilation capturing Finland's underground electro scene from the late 1990s and early 2000s. This double-LP features 9 rare and 3 previously unreleased tracks from pioneering Finnish artists, showcasing a distinctly Nordic approach to the genre. With contributions from notable names such as Jori Hulkkonen, Mr. Velcro Fastener, Mono Junk, and the late Mika Vainio, this release highlights the experimental and DIY ethos that defined Finland's electronic music scene during this period. Carefully curated by Erkko Lehtinen, a key figure in Finland's electro scene as a DJ and promoter, the compilation explores a broad sonic palette, spanning early techno influences, robotic allure, and dark, bass-heavy tracks. Standout contributions include Decepticons and Dr. Robotnik's unreleased dark electro cuts, with the latter veering into minimal wave territory. Feng Shui feat. Monsieur delivers a striking collaboration that fuses a trance-like lead with raw, industrial beats, uniting members of Huoratron, Nu Science, Polytron, and Op: l Bastards. Keeping alive the legacy of Perttu Hakkinen (aka Randy Barracuda), this release wouldn't be complete without Imatran Voima's bass-driven anthem from their debut EP. Also featured are Spektor's retro synth experiments, Tero's Commodore 64-based creations, Brothomstates' (later a Warp signee) futuristic soundscapes, and a rare cover of Kraftwerk's The Model by the anonymous duo Markus & Kristian. Erkko's extensive liner notes provide additional insight into this culturally and musically significant era. Available in double-LP, this collection is a must-have for electronic music aficionados and vinyl collectors. Tracklisting: A1. B-Rock & Mono Junk - My Mind is Going (4:44) A2. Orchestra Guacamole & Mika Vainio - Theme for 'The Lost Diamonds' (4:29) A3. Mr Velcro Fastener & Mesak - Robotic Appliances (Original Demo) (5:52) B1. Jori Hulkkonen - Whispers (Extended Dance Version) (8:14) B2. Markus & Kristian - Han Malli On (3:39) B3. Spektor - Rubic's Cube (3:09) C1. Imatran Voima - It's Time to Testify (5:04) C2. Decepticons - We are the Decepticons (4:23) C3. Dr. Robotnik - Own Commands (4:43) D1. Fena Shui feat. Monsieur - Hao Hao (I'm Back) (5:32) D2. Brothomestates - Naeae Elektrok (5:27) D3. Tero - Music (2:54)