Collaboration Artists

Aarne Toivonen (FIN)

Aarne Toivonen is a versatile musician based in Helsinki. Currently working primarily as a freelance drummer, he also leads his own bands such as TATAKI, Pumpuli, and TOIVO, where - true to the Phil Collins tradition - he not only plays drums but also serves as vocalist and songwriter. Toivonen has further embraced his inner Phil Collins in the Dodo Plays Genesis tribute band, in which he sings and shares drumming duties with Severi Sorjonen.

Toivonen is known as a dedicated session musician across a wide range of projects, from jazz to metal. His experience includes performing in theaters (Oulu Theatre, Helsinki City Theatre), touring with well-known artists and bands (including Mira Luoti, Paula Koivuniemi, and Cyan Kicks), and extensive studio work in various studios around Helsinki. In addition to performing throughout Finland, he has toured extensively across Europe and in recent years has expanded his work to Japan, which has become like a second home to him.