Tuomo & Markus (feat. Pratt & Moody)
Tuomo & Markus was founded by acclaimed Finnish soul/jazz artist Tuomo Prättälä and singer/songwriter Markus Nordenstreng of The Latebirds. The duo’s music has been described as Nordic Americana and neo folk with jazz, soul and prog-rock influences.
Tuomo & Markus recorded their debut album ‘Dead Circles’ in Tucson AZ. The spontaneous sessions at Wavelab Studios featured many high profile guests, including various members of Wilco, Calexico and The Jayhawks.
Since the release of their debut album Tuomo & Markus has transformed into a stellar live band, featuring Finnish jazz trumpet sensation Verneri Pohjola. The band has toured around the globe with artists like Wilco and Jonathan Wilson.
Tuomo & Markus have also recorded several 7″ soul singles for Stylart/DapTone under the alias Pratt & Moody. The duo’s music has been featured in various films, documentaries and commercials.
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