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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Petri Samuli Tiili |
| Also known as | Pelle Miljoona |
| Born | 10.2.1955 (age 70) Hamina, Finland |
| Genres | Punk Rock, Reggae, Folk Music, Folk punk, alternative rock, |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Poet, Author |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, Drums |
Pelle Miljoona real name Petri Samuli Tiili (born 10 February 1955 in Hamina, Finland) is a Finnish musician, author and punk rock legend.[1]
The name "Pelle Miljoona" roughly translates to "Clown Million" or "Millionaire Clown," which reflects his mix of social critique and playful rebellion. He is also known as "The Godfather of Finnish Punk" in Finnish media. He is one of the most influential figures in Finnish punk, often credited with bringing punk rock to Finland in the late 1970s. He was part of the first wave of Finnish punk musicians in the 1970's.[2]
His sound has evolved over the decades, and he has also recorded reggae and acoustic folk songs. His musical influences include bands like The Clash, Sex Pistols, Stooges, and MC5, while Bob Dylan and Bob Marley have also been among his greatest inspirations.
Over the years, Pelle Miljoona has composed, written lyrics and sung in his many band line ups, including Pelle Miljoona & N.U.S, Pelle Miljoona & 1978, Pelle Miljoona & 1980, Pelle Miljoona Oy, Pelle Miljoona & Avoimet Ovet, Miljoonaliiga, Pelle Miljoona & Linnunlaulu, Pelle Miljoona & Rockers, Pelle Miljoona Unabomber!, and Pelle Miljoona United.
Over his long career, the Pelle Miljoona has published more than 30 albums and over 10 books. His lyrical themes often included anti-war messages and criticism of capitalism, and youth alienation. With a career beginning as a pioneer of the Finnish punk movement, he has left important mark on Finnish culture.
- ^ "Elämäni tärkein biisi". MTV3 (in Finnish). 3 August 2009. Retrieved 5 February 2011.
- ^ Birchmeier, Jason. "Pelle Miljoona Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bio & M..." AllMusic. Retrieved 10 March 2025.