With their fourth album, Space To Breathe, the Helsinki-based jazz-rock sextet Soft Power reaffirms its status as one of Finland’s most forward-thinking ensembles. Formed in 2015, the group-featuring Antti Vauhkonen, Iiro Tulkki, Mikael Jurmu, Otto Kyrklund, and Staffan Södergård-delivers a set of compositions that balance sophisticated arrangement with a sense of melodic immediacy, drawing on the rich traditions of Nordic jazz and progressive rock. Space To Breathe is a testament to the band’s evolving artistry: modal harmonies and intricate rhythmic interplay create a soundscape that is both expansive and intimate. Tracks like “Zeppelin” and the title piece “Space To Breathe” showcase the group’s ability to weave memorable melodic lines into complex, yet accessible, structures. The album’s sonic palette is marked by lush textures and dynamic contrasts, inviting listeners into a space where improvisation and compositional rigor coexist.

Soft Power’s music has been described as “cool and groovy, without losing its high artistic approach and this deep folky, mystic, pagan atmosphere” On Space To Breathe, the sextet further refines this signature blend, offering a listening experience that lingers long after the final note. With this release, Soft Power continues to push the boundaries of jazz-rock, reaffirming its place at the vanguard of the Finnish and European jazz scenes