Ex Tuuttiz - Venlafaxin Cowboy

She immediately establishes a direct connection with the world of her host, reinforced by the historical significance of their previous collaboration on "Streiffaa" for Fuck Vivaldi (2012) and "Kortteli on kuuma" on 6lack Album (2020). This grounding in Finnish rap tradition is evident from the very first seconds of a 31-minute and 59-second opus, published by the label One Finger Nation (OFN) on March 21, 2025. This studio album is intended as a sonic testament, a reflection of the trajectory of the deceased artist, Aaro Teikari, who died on August 28, 2025, less than six months after this posthumous release, which extends a career that began within the SNTC Family group and was previously known as Tuuttimörkö.

Eevil Stöö on the first track, Röge and the others in an album without solitude

Following Stöö's initial release, Röge takes over on "Underdog," adding a contrasting flow or style that complements the Finnish rapper's solo base. This title, with its simple name, suggests a strong focus on vocal performance, offering a rhythmic counterpoint to the hybridization between local tradition and international influences that defines the album's sound. The sonic density then diversifies with Kube on "Go," which brings a distinct energy or texture to a track named after a short action verb. This dynamic suggests a rhythm conducive to momentum, while Stepa later contributes to "Country Life." His presence renews the Finnish producer and rapper's universe by inviting Ex Tuuttiz again, changing the dynamic compared to the title "Alas niinku valas" on Gettotekniikka (2024). Finally, the group good boys concludes the list of confirmed features on "Meksikonlahden tapaus," suggesting a variation in flow or vocal texture, necessary for a narrative track evoking a geographical theme. This configuration of 5 features for only 4 original tracks reveals a desire to maintain the album in this collaborative vein, as if the main voice is that of a conductor leading a permanent ensemble rather than a soloist expressing themselves independently.

Extra Tracks: the opening that sets the stage for a final collaborative work

Furthermore, some tracks feature generic or descriptive titles such as "Tsemppii", "Fugazzii", or "Kunpa", while the track "Harmaan arjen Rick Ross" lacks a clear indication of collaboration with the mentioned artist. Despite these aspects, the sonic variation, particularly through the presence of an official remix and a reference to Rick Ross, confirms a mastery of intimate performance within a context of rapid grief.

Summary: 31 minutes of legacy between XT and Poolside Muzic

Venlafaxin Cowboy concludes with a paradoxical reception: it offers the density of a complete album with a hybrid sound, but it lacks the vocal solitude that could firmly establish the author's identity in this specific format. It is a testament where strategic collaborations extend its voice beyond silence, transforming the album into a fleeting but dense collective. The presence of guests such as Eevil Stöö, Röge, Kube, Stepa, and good boys confirms a final strong artistic will, where the stylistic hybridization between Finnish roots and international guests validates the coherence of a project born from continuity rather than rupture.

Technical details

- Release date : March 21, 2025 - Label : One Finger Nation - Tracks : 11 (31 min 59 s) - Opening / closing : Ylimäärästä Taskus / Anna meikän olla kiltti - Guests : Eevil Stöö, Röge, Kube, Stepa, good boys - Previous album : XT (2023)