Haapaniemi are filled with a delightful energy and exhilarating intensity.
In October 2004, Club For Five’s debut album "Ensi-ilta" (transl. "Premiere") introduced the band to many Finns, received rave reviews, and achieved gold status in Finland in only a few months time. The album was comprised mainly of old Finnish evergreens and pop songs, with imaginative, original arrangements. At the turn of 2006, Club For Five recorded their second Finnish album "Uni" (transl. "A Dream"). The album, released in Finland May 2006, represented a milestone for the band. In this release, Club For Five proved that, in addition to their one-of-a-kind arrangements and thoughtful musicality, they also have what it takes to write music of their own. In November 2007 Club For Five released the Christmas album "Rekiretki" (transl. "A Sleighride") which was promptly awarded "Christmas Album of the Year" in Finland. "Rekiretki” also received worldwide acclaim by winning the holiday album of the year -category at the international a cappella awards, CARA 2008.
During its relatively short career as a group, the band has performed with such distinguished ensembles as the legendary American vocal group "Manhattan Transfer" and the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra. Club For Five performs mainly in Finland but has also held concerts around Europe and in Asia. In the near future, the band will perform in such places as Germany, France, Ireland, Peoples Republic of China, and in various venues in North America (to name but a few).
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