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“One of the first singers I ever heard was Karen Carpenter” – Johanna Kurkela (Auri) shares the top 5 vocalists that inspired her to become a singer

Author John Wins - 27.7.2025

Auri and Eye of Melian vocalist Johanna Kurkela, currently promoting Auri‘s upcoming new album III – Candles & Beginnings, sat down recently with Chaoszine to discuss five vocalists that have inspired her as an artist. Check out Johanna’s picks below:

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