Finnish music stars born in 1966

Here are 5 famous musicians from Finland were born in 1966:

Timo Tolkki

Timo Tolkki (March 3, 1966 Klaukkala-) also known as Tolkki, Timo is a Finnish musician, songwriter, guitarist and record producer.

His albums: Saana - Warrior of Light, Part 1: Journey to Crystal Island, Classical Variations and Themes and Hymn to Life. Genres he performed: Power metal, Neoclassical metal, Symphonic metal, Progressive metal, Instrumental rock and Heavy metal.

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Nicke Lignell

Nicke Lignell (June 24, 1966 Ekenäs, Finland-) also known as Niclas Christoffer Lignell or Niclas Lignell is a Finnish actor.

He has starred in multiple films and TV shows, including "Aleksi" (1988), "Neropatin aivot" (1993), "Kun taivas putoaa" (2000), and "Ambush" (1999). Lignell is also a prolific stage actor, having appeared in numerous plays in his native Finland. In addition to his acting career, he has worked as a professional dancer and choreographer, having trained at the Finnish National Ballet School. Lignell has won several awards for his work, including a Jussi Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in "Kun taivas putoaa." Outside of his artistic pursuits, Lignell is an active supporter of charitable causes in Finland.

He is particularly passionate about animal welfare and has been involved in campaigns for the protection of endangered species. Lignell is also a member of the Finnish Association of Actors and has been involved in advocating for better working conditions for actors in Finland. In his free time, Lignell enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking and camping. He is also an avid reader and enjoys learning about history and philosophy. Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Lignell is known for being humble and grounded and has been praised by colleagues and fans for his kind and compassionate nature.

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Marco Hietala

Marco Hietala (January 14, 1966 Tervo-) also known as Hietala, Marco is a Finnish singer, songwriter, bassist, musician, record producer, lyricist, composer and actor. He has two children, Antto Hietala and Miro Hietala.

His most important albums: April Rain. Genres: Symphonic metal, Power metal, Heavy metal, New Wave of British Heavy Metal and Gothic metal.

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Jens Kidman

Jens Kidman (June 8, 1966 Finland-) a.k.a. Kidman, Jens or Jens Roland Kidman is a Finnish singer and musician.

His related genres: Heavy metal, Avant-garde metal, Progressive metal, Thrash metal and Extreme metal.

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Hiili Hiilesmaa

Hiili Hiilesmaa (December 1, 1966-) also known as Kai "Hiili" Hiilesmaa, Kaj Hiilesmaa, K. H. M. Hiilesmaa, К. Х. М. Хийлесмаа or Hiilesmaa, Kai "Hiili" is a Finnish record producer and musician.

Genres: Rock music, Punk rock, Heavy metal, Industrial music, Black metal, Alternative metal, Progressive metal, Shock rock, Doom metal, Hard rock, Sludge metal, Melodic death metal, Gothic rock, Death-doom, Industrial metal and Folk metal.

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