Juice Leskinen
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Juhani Juice Leskinen (former Pauli Matti Juhani "Juice" Leskinen), better known as Juice Leskinen (ˈjuisɛ, not like the English
word juice; born 19 February 1950 in Juankoski
– died 24 November 2006 in Tampere
), was one of the most prominent Finnish singer-songwriters of the late 20th century. From the early 1970s onward he released nearly 30 full-length albums, as well as writing song lyrics for dozens of Finnish artists. Several of Leskinen's songs have reached classic status in Finnish popular music, e.g., "Viidestoista yö", "Kaksoiselämää" and "Syksyn sävel". His early records are considered staples of the so-called Manserock movement of the mid-'70s. In addition to Leskinen's musical work, he extended his focus to poetry and playwriting with nine collections of verse and seven plays published.
After moving to Tampere
to study in 1970, Leskinen began his recording career in 1973 with the eponymous debut album
of Juice Leskinen & Coitus Int. One more record, Per Vers, runoilija
, was made under the same band name, but from then on he released records with several line-ups, most notably Juice Leskinen Slam and Juice Leskinen Grand Slam from the late
'70s until mid '80s. Although concentrating more on poetry from the early '90s, Leskinen still released new music every few years despite his failing health caused by years of unhealthy life habits. After the longest hiatus of his recording career, L marked Leskinen's 50th birthday in 2000. His last record, Senaattori ja boheemi (released in 2004), is a collaboration with Mikko Alatalo
, a return to their partnership of the early 1970s.
He qualified 38th in the poll of the 100 Greatest Finns
held during the summer of 2004.
Leskinen died in 2006 after suffering from renal insufficiency, cirrhosis
and diabetes. He is buried in Kalevankangas cemetery, Tampere
, near the main gate.
Leskinen has gained a considerable amount of posthumous recognition. A musical about Leskinen, titled Juice - taiteilijaelämää (an artist's life) is under production, and premiered in Tampere on 30 August 2011.
English language
English is a West Germanic language that arose in the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of England and spread into what was to become south-east Scotland under the influence of the Anglian medieval kingdom of Northumbria...
word juice; born 19 February 1950 in Juankoski
Juankoski
Juankoski is a town and municipality of Finland.It is located in the province of Eastern Finland and is part of the Northern Savonia region. The town has a population of and covers an area of of which is water. The population density is...
– died 24 November 2006 in Tampere
Tampere
Tampere is a city in southern Finland. It is the most populous inland city in any of the Nordic countries. The city has a population of , growing to approximately 300,000 people in the conurbation and over 340,000 in the metropolitan area. Tampere is the third most-populous municipality in...
), was one of the most prominent Finnish singer-songwriters of the late 20th century. From the early 1970s onward he released nearly 30 full-length albums, as well as writing song lyrics for dozens of Finnish artists. Several of Leskinen's songs have reached classic status in Finnish popular music, e.g., "Viidestoista yö", "Kaksoiselämää" and "Syksyn sävel". His early records are considered staples of the so-called Manserock movement of the mid-'70s. In addition to Leskinen's musical work, he extended his focus to poetry and playwriting with nine collections of verse and seven plays published.
After moving to Tampere
Tampere
Tampere is a city in southern Finland. It is the most populous inland city in any of the Nordic countries. The city has a population of , growing to approximately 300,000 people in the conurbation and over 340,000 in the metropolitan area. Tampere is the third most-populous municipality in...
to study in 1970, Leskinen began his recording career in 1973 with the eponymous debut album
Juice Leskinen & Coitus Int (album)
Juice Leskinen & Coitus Int is the debut album of the Finnish rock band of the same name, led by Juice Leskinen. It was released in 1973.- Track listing :Music and lyrics by Leskinen, except where noted.A-side#"Heinolassa jyrää" -- 2:12...
of Juice Leskinen & Coitus Int. One more record, Per Vers, runoilija
Per Vers, runoilija
Per Vers, runoilija is the second album of Juice Leskinen & Coitus Int, released in 1974.-Track listing:All tracks by Juice Leskinen, unless where noted.Side A#"Suihke kainaloon" - 1:28#"Hän hymyilee kuin lapsi" - 3:37#"Panomies" - 2:31...
, was made under the same band name, but from then on he released records with several line-ups, most notably Juice Leskinen Slam and Juice Leskinen Grand Slam from the late
'70s until mid '80s. Although concentrating more on poetry from the early '90s, Leskinen still released new music every few years despite his failing health caused by years of unhealthy life habits. After the longest hiatus of his recording career, L marked Leskinen's 50th birthday in 2000. His last record, Senaattori ja boheemi (released in 2004), is a collaboration with Mikko Alatalo
Mikko Alatalo
Mikko Tapio Alatalo is a Finnish musician and politician.Alatalo is mostly known for his long and famous musical career. His style is primarily seen as children's music and folk music but he has contributed to other genres as well, including a long partnership with rock musician Juice Leskinen...
, a return to their partnership of the early 1970s.
He qualified 38th in the poll of the 100 Greatest Finns
Suuret suomalaiset
Suuret suomalaiset was a 2004 television show broadcast in Finland by YLE , which determined the 100 greatest Finns of all time according to the opinions of its viewers. The viewers were able to vote during a programme which lasted from October to December 2004...
held during the summer of 2004.
Leskinen died in 2006 after suffering from renal insufficiency, cirrhosis
Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is a consequence of chronic liver disease characterized by replacement of liver tissue by fibrosis, scar tissue and regenerative nodules , leading to loss of liver function...
and diabetes. He is buried in Kalevankangas cemetery, Tampere
Tampere
Tampere is a city in southern Finland. It is the most populous inland city in any of the Nordic countries. The city has a population of , growing to approximately 300,000 people in the conurbation and over 340,000 in the metropolitan area. Tampere is the third most-populous municipality in...
, near the main gate.
Leskinen has gained a considerable amount of posthumous recognition. A musical about Leskinen, titled Juice - taiteilijaelämää (an artist's life) is under production, and premiered in Tampere on 30 August 2011.
Discography
- 1973 Juice Leskinen & Coitus Int.: Juice Leskinen & Coitus IntJuice Leskinen & Coitus Int (album)Juice Leskinen & Coitus Int is the debut album of the Finnish rock band of the same name, led by Juice Leskinen. It was released in 1973.- Track listing :Music and lyrics by Leskinen, except where noted.A-side#"Heinolassa jyrää" -- 2:12...
- 1974 Juice Leskinen & Coitus Int.: Per Vers, runoilijaPer Vers, runoilijaPer Vers, runoilija is the second album of Juice Leskinen & Coitus Int, released in 1974.-Track listing:All tracks by Juice Leskinen, unless where noted.Side A#"Suihke kainaloon" - 1:28#"Hän hymyilee kuin lapsi" - 3:37#"Panomies" - 2:31...
- 1975 Juice Leskinen & Mikko Alatalo: Juice ja Mikko
- 1976 Juice: Keskitysleirin ruokavalio
- 1977 Juice: Lahtikaupungin rullaluistelijat
- 1978 Juice Leskinen Slam: Tauko I
- 1978 Välikausitakki: Välikausitakki
- 1979 Juice Leskinen Slam: Tauko II
- 1980 Juice Leskinen Slam: XV yö (Tauko III)
- 1980 Juice Leskinen Slam: Kuusessa ollaan
- 1981 Juice Leskinen Slam: Ajan Henki
- 1981 Juice Leskinen: Dokumentti
- 1982 Juice Leskinen Grand Slam: Sivilisaatio
- 1983 Juice Leskinen Grand Slam: Deep Sea Diver
- 1983 Juice Leskinen Grand Slam: Boogieteorian alkeet peruskoulun ala-astetta varten - lyhyt oppimäärä
- 1984 Juice Leskinen Grand Slam: Kuopio-Iisalmi-Nivala (Live)
- 1985 Juice Leskinen Grand Slam: Pyromaani palaa rikospaikalle
- 1986 Juice Leskinen Grand Slam: Yölento
- 1987 Juice Leskinen: Minä
- 1990 Juice Leskinen: Sinä
- 1991 Juice Leskinen Grand Slam: Taivaan kappaleita
- 1992 Juice Leskinen Etc.: Simsalabim Jim
- 1993 Juice Leskinen: Haitaribussi
- 1996 Juice Leskinen: Kiveä ja sämpylää
- 2000 Juice Leskinen: L
- 2002 Juice Leskinen: Vaiti, aivan hiljaa
- 2004 Juice Leskinen & Mikko Alatalo: Senaattori ja boheemi
Collections of poetry
- 1975 Sonetteja laumalle
- 1981 Sanoja
- 1989 Iltaisin, kun veneet tulevat kotiin
- 1990 Pieniä sanoja sinulle, jota rakastan
- 1994 Äeti (luonnos muistelmiksi, runoja)
- 1996 Jumala on
- 1998 Maanosamme, maailmamme
- 1999 Aika jätti (Runoja)
- 2002 Ilonkorjuun aika 2002
Children's books
- 1987 Satuinen musiikkituokio (with Matti PellonpääMatti PellonpääMatti Pellonpää was an award-winning Finnish actor and a musician. He rose to international fame with his roles in both Aki Kaurismäki's and Mika Kaurismäki's films; particularly being a regular in Aki's films, appearing in 18 of them.He started his career in 1962 as a radio actor at the Finnish...
, book and cassette) - 1992 Räkä ja Roiskis
- 1995 Räkä ja Roiskis Suuvedellä
- 1997 Räkä ja Roiskis naisissa
Other works
- 1978 Kuka murhasi rock'n' roll tähden (diary)
- 1984 Päivää (short stories)
- 1993 Vaikuttajat korvissamme (essays)
- 2003 Siinäpä tärkeimmät: edellinen osa E. Ch. (memoirs)
Plays
- 1980 Valto
- 1983 Isänmaan toivo
- 1984 Ravintola Wunderbar
- 1985 Kolme hanhea matkalla pohjoiseen (with Liisa Laukkarinen)
- 1988 Harald Hirmuinen
- 1990 Mikä ny
- 1996 Soma rillumarei