Erika Vikman's UMK-comeback marks a new musical direction for the artist. What was her experience like at UMK five years ago? And what is the core message of Erika Vikman as an artist? She shares her thoughts and films her journey toward the UMK final. The episode includes rehearsals as well as glimpses from her European gigs with Käärijä.
The winner of UMK25 and Finland's next Eurovision representative will be chosen during a live broadcast on February 8, 2025, at 9 PM (UTC+2). The show can be watched live worldwide at Yle Areena streaming service with English commentary. #UMK25 #umk #yle
Team
Director / Miska Voinoff
Reporter & concept design / Katri Norrlin & Miska Voinoff
Social media producer / Julia Sieppi
Director of photography / Karoliina Sorjonen, Ville Airaksinen, Miska Voinoff
Makeup artists / Essi Saarinen & Maiju Korhonen
Audio engineer / Ville-Matti Koskiniemi
Editor / Ville Airaksinen & Miska Voinoff
Color / Tuomas Peltonen
Sound design / Timo Hintikka
Subtitles / Katja Juutistenaho (english)
Production and artist cordinator/ Julia Linden
Main producer / Anssi Autio
Producer / Annastiina Paavola
Executive producer / Juha Lahti