DIRT is one of Finland's most promising rock bands. This Helsinki-based quintet, playing hard rock with metal and grunge influences, has built a strong buzz in their hometown, selling out shows even before the release of their debut album. From the very beginning, the band has been on a steady rise, with their first EP’s single Low Life (2019) making it onto Finland’s Top 50 Viral chart upon release and accumulating over a million streams since. Several singles released from their debut album also enjoyed considerable radio play and secured spots on numerous major Spotify-curated playlists.
The band’s sound carries a familiar 90s vibe but is far from a nostalgia trip. DIRT captivates listeners with charisma, delivering electrifying riffs and thunderous soundscapes that swirl around the audience like a snake, gripping tightly without letting go. Their debut album, Deadbeat (2022), was released through Ranka Kustannus, led by Riku Pääkkönen, the legendary founder of Spinefarm Records. The album introduced a hungry and determined DIRT, ready to claim their place at the forefront of Finnish rock exports.
