The late 90s and early 2000s saw a sudden emergence of psychedelic folk from Finland, made up of bands Kiila and Es, and largely centered around Fonal Records. Kemialliset Ystävät are the standout group from this scene, with their 2002 album "Kellari Juniversumi" serving as the centerpiece of their fascinating and enigmatic sound. The group supplements their Comus-inspired free-folk with psychedelic electronics and drone, and yet maintains a physical and organic atmosphere. The songs are short and don't waste much time before moving on to another theme, and the result brings to mind the psychedlic-ritual soundtrack work of Alejandro Jodorowsky.
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