Vilma Jää

About Vilma Jää

Vilma Jää is a Finnish singer, composer, fiddler, and researcher known for her unique blend of traditional Finnish folk music, pop, and electronic elements, often featuring Finno-Ugric vocal techniques and herding calls. She gained international recognition for her role as Markéta in Kaija Saariaho's opera "Innocence," performing at prestigious venues like the Metropolitan Opera in early 2026. In October 2023, Jää released her critically acclaimed debut album, "Kosto," which combines Finnish folklore with electronic music and earned her "Ethno Album of the Year" and "Folk Music Album of the Year" awards in early 2024. Her second album, "Loitsui ja taikoi," a concept album of spells, was released in May 2026. Most recently, her song "Manalan Mailla" premiered on June 5, 2026, created exclusively for the Control Resonant video game trailer. Vilma Jää is also scheduled for several performances across Finland in July and August 2026, including festivals like Ilosaarirock and the Kaustinen Folk Music Festival. Her work frequently delves into strong emotions and societal issues, using music as a form of activism.