South of Savoy

South of Savoy brings to you fresh sounds from the world of roots rock'n roll, blues and soul!

Rooting to the swamps, forests and lakes of Estonia and Finland, South of Savoy gives a new touch to the American southern rock. From hip twisting rock'n'roll to soul-stirring blues and soul - this 5-piece band, led by a powerful female vocalist, plays a full programme of their original music and adds their favourite tunes from both the golden era of our last century and today's contemporary blues world.

Operating out of Tallinn since 2022, the 5-piece band is a dynamic collaboration with raw energy and an improvisational spirit, defining South of Savoy’s sound. Their live recording approach shines through, delivering a powerful mix of energy, danger, and a gritty blues interpretation led by vocalist Krista Tiitinen.

Since 2023, South of Savoy has been the house band for the legendary blues jams at Philly Joe’s Jazz Club in Tallinn, where they've dived into a treasure trove of modern blues songs, reinventing them with their own raw, signature style. "We wanted to create a blues program that truly represented us," says drummer Jeremia Kangas. "We found our initial inspiration in modern blues women like Debbie Davies, Bonnie Raitt, Koko Taylor, Samantha Fish and Susan Tedeschi. These artists’ songwriting fuelled and motivated us in the early days of the band."

During the bands 3-year journey they have performed in Reykjavik during Icelandic Airwaves (2024), have done a 5-concert tour in Finland (including Pakkasukko Blues & Jazz Festival main stage), performed at Estonia's Augustibluus Festival main stage (2024) and have received radio coverage and interviews in five different countries, including album of the week in Estonia's national Radio 2.

“They benefit from great and nimble interweaving guitar players, a charismatic singer, and a greasy, funky repertoire that fits right in with this bar's 'bearded, tattooed biker gang guzzling beer while playing table tennis' ambiance.” - Justin Petrone

South of Savoy's debut album was released in March 2025

Krista Tiitinen - vocals

Oskar Malleus - guitar and vocals

August Skjoldby - guitar and slide

Jaan Jaanson - bass

Jeremia Kangas - drums