Anssi Kela
Finnish singer-songwriter, 'Mikä Itse' album
Born
July 29th, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Finland
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Born in Finland, a singer and songwriter gained prominence in the late 1990s. Released the album 'Mikä Itse' in 1998, which included several chart-topping singles. Actively performed and contributed to Finnish pop music, with a style blending pop and rock elements. Over the years, released multiple albums that resonated with audiences in Finland, earning a dedicated fan base. Developed a career not only as a performer but also as a songwriter, collaborating with other artists in the Finnish music scene.
Released the album 'Mikä Itse' in 1998
Had several hit singles in Finland
Contributed to the Finnish pop music scene
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