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SAMULI LAIHO
Samuli Laiho is a finnish Composer/ Songwriter, Producer/ Guitarplayer. Samuli Laiho was signed to Warner Chappell Music Finland in 2008. By then he had gained a huge reputation in northern alternative rock/ pop-scene as a brilliant guitar player, song writer and producer. He had also toured widely in Europe and states with a legendary rock-band Hearthill. He has also written many number one airplay hits in Finland. Musicals, commercials, you name it. This multi-instrumentalist's strong sense of melody and an ability to create catchy hooks and powerful, simple choruses have already gained attention of some international A & R collaborators and fellow co-writers. He has co-written material for example with Rob Davis (Kylie Minoque), TJ Mixx ( Arashi, Boa), Daichi ( SMAP, Kinki Kids) Adam Powers (Infernal), Dj Slow, DJ Ercola (Daniela, Annie) just to name a few. Has visited Japan many times writing songs there with local writer/producers, Samuli started a collaboration with DJ Slow in 2008. This duo has written music for films, television and pop-industry. ( Films: Vares ja kuoleman suudelma 2011, Huhtikuun tytöt 2011, Television: Pancho ja Pojat pohjoiskalotilla 2010, Popmusic: Marja Tyrni 2010, Pandora: Wild boys etc.) They are now gaining reputation in Scandinavia and Europe and are working with several inspiring artists.