Jazz vocalist and composer Josefiina Vannesluoma and her ensemble Mortal Lease spark centenarian love sonnets to aflame. Alongside Vannesluoma’s colourful tone, the ensemble features Mikael Myrskog on piano, Nathan Francis on double bass, Ville Luukkonen on drums as well as Sampo Kasurinen in ornamental alto flute and flamboyant tenor solos. Their debut album 'The Mortal Lease' evokes emotions with its impressionistic beauty, sophisticated ensemble playing and fearless improvisations. The album was released on October 20, 2023 by Flame Jazz Records and gained a nomination for "Finnish Jazz Album of the Year 2023" at Emma Gala. Previously nominated for the ”Finnish Jazz Grammy'' and Teosto Award with vocal ensemble Signe, Vannesluoma’s insightful compositions and praised vocal agility continue on The Mortal Lease, a concept album composed to Edith Wharton’s sonnets. www.josefiinavannesluoma.com