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Janna

b. 1981

Finnish singer, songwriter and pianist

Singer Songwriter Pianist
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About Janna

Born 1981. Janna is a Finnish singer, songwriter and pianist.

Janna–Mari Hurmerinta (born 20 December 1981), better known by her mononym Janna, is a Finnish R&B, and pop singer, songwriter and pianist. Her debut album Right Now was released in June 2007 to critical acclaim. followed by The Makings of Me in 2008. In 2013, she was signed to Universal Music Finland. Her self-titled album Janna topped the Finnish album chart in June 2014.

Discography

Albums Title Album details Peak positionFIN Right NowRelease date: 20 June 2007 (Finland)10 October 2007 (Asia) Record label: Texicalli / Jupiter Formats: CD, digital download – The Makings of MeRelease date: 19 November 2008 Record label: Texicalli / Jupiter Formats: CD, digital download – JannaRelease date: June 2014 Record label: Universal Music Formats: CD, digital download 1 SpektriRelease date: 28 September 2018 Record label: Universal Music Formats: CD, digital download 6 IhminenRelease date: 30 August 2024 Record label: Universal Music Formats: CD, digital download 8

Singles YearSinglePeak positionsAlbumFIN 2018 "Mustis"20

Featured in YearSinglePeak positionsAlbumFIN 2013 "Kuuluuks"(Juno featuring Janna & Gracias)2–

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Important facts

Born
20 December 1981, Helsinki
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Singer, songwriter, pianist
Nationality
Finland
Also known as
Janna Hurmerinta

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Janna?

Finnish singer, songwriter and pianist

When was Janna born?

Janna was born on 20 December 1981 in Helsinki.

What is Janna's occupation?

Janna is a singer, songwriter and pianist.

What nationality is Janna?

Janna is Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Janna

· Wikidata: Q6155077

· DBpedia: Janna Hurmerinta

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