Club For Five: Finnische A-cappella-Gruppe

CLUB FOR FIVE’s latest album, “Turn Back Time” (2023), consistently builds on the band’s innovative approach to international pop songs.

Known for their outstanding lead vocals, finely tuned harmonies, and a precise vocal rhythm section, CLUB FOR FIVE also captivates audiences with extraordinary unamplified concerts in churches and other venues with exceptional acoustics.

In 2020, the group recorded its first fully acoustic album, “Virret” (Hymns), and has been touring extensively ever since with this meditative and uplifting repertoire. The setlist also includes other popular songs in new acoustic versions.

Also in 2020, CLUB FOR FIVE celebrated its 20th anniversary—marking two decades in which the group has enriched the international a cappella scene with top-notch Nordic quality, always spiced with a dash of quintessentially Finnish creativity and charming humor. The ensemble’s particular strength lies in its remarkable versatility: diverse musical backgrounds and individual vocal styles combine to create the sonic vitality that sets CLUB FOR FIVE apart worldwide today.

With 13 albums to their credit, CLUB FOR FIVE is known worldwide for their high-quality studio work. The appeal of this gold-record-winning quintet lies in their constant pursuit of the highest quality, while maintaining a lighthearted approach. Thanks to their sonic flexibility and infectious energy on stage, they feel just as at home on major festival stages as they do during acoustic church performances.

Influenced by international pop and jazz, CLUB FOR FIVE remains deeply rooted in the Nordic musical tradition and incorporates sounds of the frosty north into their performances. Their repertoire consists primarily of English and Finnish songs, occasionally supplemented by Chinese songs and other rarities. The Dire Straits anthem “Brothers in Arms” has become one of CLUB FOR FIVE’s most popular songs. The impressively deep bass solo consistently ensures that the audience rarely lets the singers leave the stage without hearing this piece.

CLUB FOR FIVE has collaborated with various artists and ensembles, ranging from jazz trios to symphony orchestras. Of particular note are their joint projects with the leading Finnish big band, the UMO Jazz Orchestra.