Samu Hietainen Unveils New Dark Ambient EP, ‘Submersion’

Rising Finnish producer Samu Hietainen explores dark, futuristic ambient soundscapes across four tracks on the Submersion EP.

Finland‘s underground scene has long been defined by artists working at the fringes, favoring experimentation over mainstream conventions. Emerging from this landscape is composer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Samu Hietainen. Primarily known for his compositional work, he is also the creative force behind the Finnish alternative indie rock project Heart Tide. In his electronic output, Samu Hietainen gravitates towards genre-blurring dark ambient soundscapes that draw from techno, house, and contemporary classical influences.

As a solo artist, Samu Hietainen’s work is marked by a cinematic sensibility that is both ethereal and immersive, quietly stirring up a sense of curiosity and introspection. Building on this foundation, his latest release, the Submersion EP, underscores his versatility and growing command of electronic production. Informed by his extensive experience across pop music, film, television, and video games, the EP reflects a nuanced understanding of music’s emotional power. Across four subtly dark and haunting tracks, Submersion unfolds like a slow-burning film score, pulling the listeners into an immersive world.

Echoing its foreboding title, the opening track “Used To Drowning” rises in slow motion, building tension through subdued kicks and minimal percussion. Then, “Melancholia Disco” follows with pulsing, drone-like frequencies that emphasize texture and space. It evokes the sensation of drifting through space within a futuristic, sci-fi landscape, where time feels elastic.

On “Dissonance Is The Enemy, the driving momentum collides with long, ghostly trails that stretch into the distance while the low, rumbling bass tones introduce a cold, mechanical edge. Finally, the closing track “Oscillation” deepens the atmosphere further, as dense synth pads gradually intensify unease and draw listeners fully into the EP’s shadowy mood.

Although the Submersion can feel eerie at times, it is precisely this tension that reveals the strength of Samu Hietainen’s artistic vision. His ability to transform discomfort into beauty, paired with a distinctive and confident voice, positions him as one of Finland’s most compelling emerging producers to watch.

You can listen to the Submersion EP on Spotify or your preferred platform, and follow Samu Hietainen on social media to stay updated on his latest releases.

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Samu Hietainen – Submersion EP – Tracklist:

Used To Drowning

Melancholia Disco

Dissonance Is The Enemy
Oscillation

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