The value of music stems from creative work, but its significance extends far beyond cultural policy. If we wish to improve the operating conditions for music and other creative sectors in Finland, we must also exert a stronger influence at European level.

Radio airplay can open doors for an artist to reach new listeners, whilst also increasing the copyright royalties generated by the recording. But what are music editors and journalists actually looking for in new releases? We’ve compiled the best tips from industry professionals on how to give a track the best chance of getting played on the radio.

With this update, making voice messages will be easier thanks to new features. The option to return to an unfinished voice message – something customers have long requested – brings greater flexibility to the service. At the same time, the service’s user interface has been revamped to be clearer and easier to use than before.

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Of the ten most-played songs of the past summer on commercial and YLE radio stations, as many as eight were Finnish. The most-played song in June and July was ‘Liekinheitin’ by Linda Lampenius and Pete Parkkonen. The copyright organisation Gramex’s summer statistics list the ten most-played songs on commercial and Yle radio stations in June and July.

At the 50th-anniversary gala of the Finnish Music Publishers’ Association, held at the Valkoinen Sali in Helsinki, awards were presented to composers and for their works. An honorary award went to Mr Lord.

In its autumn distribution on 29 September 2026, Gramex paid out 7.2 million euros. Royalties were paid to over 10,000 domestic music performers and producers represented by Gramex.

When the long-awaited breakthrough failed to materialise, the artist Ida Yli-Mäenpää decided to take matters into her own hands. Her persistent hard work eventually led to a record deal, the creation of a record-breaking hit single and the realisation of her dreams.

Music Producers – IFPI Finland has updated the certification thresholds for gold and platinum singles to reflect changes in music consumption and market conditions. The new thresholds came into force on 1 July 2026, but they do not apply retrospectively.

The creative industries are not just part of the cultural sector. They are part of Finland’s exports, innovation economy and international competitiveness, points out Riku Lievonen, Director of Communications and Public Relations at Gramex.