In February 2026, Arctic Pulse Songwriting Camp brought young music creators from Finland, Sweden and Norway to Hailuoto, outside Oulu, for three days of writing, collaboration and new connections. After an open call that attracted 76 applications, 20 participants were selected to take part in the camp.
Set on the island of Hailuoto, the camp created space for emerging songwriters, artists, beatmakers and producers to meet across borders, work in new constellations and create new songs together. The camp then continued into Arctic Pulse Producers Network in Oulu, where the new material was presented and the participants received feedback from music-industry professionals and organisers.
What started in Hailuoto is meant to continue beyond these three days. Arctic Pulse sees the songwriting camp as a format with real long-term potential in the North — a space where young creators can build networks, test ideas and create new music together across borders. The ambition is to develop the format further in the future, based on the experience, music and connections created in Hailuoto.
You can also follow the camp through Arctic Pulse’s recap video and social channels, where highlights from Hailuoto have been shared after the event.