HOKKA is the new Finnish gothic rock sensation, bringing together Joel Hokka (ex-Blind Channel), Pauli Rantasalmi (ex-The Rasmus), and drumming prodigy Jimi Aslak. The band draws on the heritage of 2000s Finnish rock, already highlighted by the singles "In The Darkness" and "Death by Cupid's Arrow," performed live on national television during the Oulu2026 New Year's show. With over a million cumulative streams, HOKKA tells an epic tale of vengeance and fragile love. Their album blends power and melancholy through striking tracks like "Heart Said No," "Blackbird," and "Via Miseria," heralding a powerful debut for 2026.