Already emerging as a true gem of the global festival calendar in 2023, Flow Festival Helsinki is set to continue its sterling reputation as an undeniable hub of modern arts and culture - revealing more unmissable names set to take the stage in the heart of the Finnish capital this August!

One of the most iconic bands of the past 30 years, blur head to Flow Festival Helsinki this summer as part of a hotly anticipated reunion run that welcomes back a band that defined, influenced and shifted culture. Pioneers of Brit-Pop, relentless in their creative drive and rightfully adored as pillars of modern music - their catalogue of albums and hits have become synonymous with modern life. The likes of ‘Parklife’, ‘Song 2’, ‘Country House’, ‘Girls & Boys’, ‘The Universal’, ‘There’s No Other Way’, ‘Bettlebum’ and ‘Tender’ are but a snapshot of what to expect from one of the most anticipated reunions of 2023 (with their Wembley Stadium comeback shows selling out in under a minute). A true festival memory in waiting, it’s set to be a special night that’ll be the talk of Helsinki for many years to come.

A global superstar breaking boundaries and records at every turn, Wizkid makes his first ever appearance in Finland at Flow Festival Helsinki this summer. A visionary ground-breaking artist, Wizkid has blazed a trail across the globe and helped establish Afrobeats as one of the most influential genres and sounds in modern music. Scooping Grammy Awards, headlining huge venues around the world and collaborating with the likes of Drake, Beyonce and many more - his huge slot at Flow is set to be a celebration of one of the most influential artists of our times.

Swedish pop superstar Tove Lo drops into Helsinki this August, bringing her mesmeric boundary-pushing pop to the Finnish capital for a set that celebrates individuality, defiance and hope for the future. With the release of fifth album ‘Dirt Femme’, Tove Lo’s exhilarating world continues to expand - ready to be witnessed first-hand come August. Electronic titans Moderat step into frame at this year’s Flow Festival, serving up the sort of stunning electro-soundscapes that made their anticipated return last year such a rapturous one. A perfect home for the unmistakable, invigorating and must-see - it’s what makes Flow a perfect fit for Moderat, with a set primed to soundtrack the night in style, Likewise, Sudan Archives brings her own eclectic cocktail of influences and styles from around the world to Flow Festival Helsinki, with cuts from her acclaimed second album ‘Natural Brown Prom Queen’ sure to light up festival audiences for its devastating honestly and rapturous world it creates. With the living legend and Grammy Award-winning Latin Jazz icon Eddie Palmieri and cult Italian favourites Nu Genea (Live Band) also announced today - Flow Festival Helsinki once again demonstrates its passion for pulling together the most exciting and innovative sounds and artists into one place for a definitive hub of modern forward-thinking culture.

Not only a home for thriving artists from around the world, Flow Festival Helsinki showcases the very best in Finnish culture - across Music, Arts, Talks and Debate. Joining the incredible array of Finnish talent already announced is Maustetytöt, whose authentic take on indie-pop continues to evolve with release after release - bringing a very special show to Flow’s Main Stage this summer in ‘Maustetytöt III’. Flow Festival Helsinki will also welcome an exclusive show from one of Finland’s most influential indie artists as the ten-piece Litku Klemetti Viihdeorkesteri serve up a spectacular performance that captures Finnish culture in full flight. The perfect place to discover the new and exciting worlds being created in one of Europe’s coolest cities, Flow Festival Helsinki is full of discovery.

These names join an already formidable programme of exciting boundary-breakers, influential icons, exhilarating and trail-blazing new talent and waiting-to-be-discovered game-changers, including the likes of FKA twigs, Caroline Polachek, Suede, Devo, Amyl & The Sniffers, Shygirl, Jockstrap and 070 Shake as well as celebrated Finnish talent such as Sexmane, Ege Zulu, Olavi Uusivirta, Yona, Anna Puu and Ruusut.

With this latest announcement just a taste of a full broad, diverse and invigorating programme to be announced in the coming months, it once again sets Flow Festival Helsinki apart as a shining beacon of festival culture in the heart of one of Europe’s most incredible cities. With outstanding art installations, sensational top quality restaurants and much more to be discovered - it’s a must for all looking for a unique experience next summer.