yhdeks

Yhdeks is a Finnish indie‑rock band that originated in the city of Turku in 2012. The original lineup consisted of vocalist and guitarist Jussi Mikkonen, bassist Tarja Virtanen, drummer Mikko Korhonen, and keyboardist Teemu Heikkinen. The band's name, derived from the Finnish word for “nine,” was chosen to reflect the nine members of their extended touring ensemble during their formative years.

Yhdeks first released a self‑titled EP in 2014, which received favorable reviews in local music publications and helped the group secure a contract with an independent label, Helmi Records. Their debut full‑length album, *Kymmenen Tähdettä* (2016), peaked at number 12 on the Official Finnish Albums Chart. Critics praised the album for its atmospheric instrumentation, introspective lyricism, and the juxtaposition of acoustic and electronic elements. Subsequent releases include the 2018 single “Hae Sääteenkäsikäytän” and the 2020 EP *Sähköinen Lumo*, which explored themes of urban alienation and technological determinism.

The group is regularly featured at Helsinki's Rumba festival and has toured extensively across Scandinavia. As of 2023, Yhdeks continues to work on new material while maintaining an active social media presence. Their music has been described as a blend of melancholy indie rock and experimental pop, drawing comparisons to Finnish acts such as Lauri Jörgensen and Saara Aalto.