HOKKA Step Into a New Era With Debut Single “In The Darkness”

Finnish alternative rock act HOKKA make their powerful debut with In The Darkness, an emotionally charged anthem that marks the arrival of a new force in Finland’s modern rock landscape. The project is led by Joel Hokka, former frontman of Blind Channel, who joins forces with Pauli Rantasalmi (founding member of The Rasmus) and Jimi Aslak on drums to create a sound both cinematic and raw.

In The Darkness weaves haunting melodies with a driving pulse, showcasing Hokka’s signature vocal intensity wrapped in Rantasalmi’s textured guitar work. The track explores the duality between despair and defiance — a struggle against inner shadows that feels deeply personal yet universally resonant.

Visually, the official music video captures this emotional tension through stark, moody imagery and striking performance shots, reinforcing the song’s atmospheric depth and lyrical vulnerability. It’s a visual and sonic statement of rebirth — bold, dark, and unapologetically human.

With In The Darkness, HOKKA not only introduce themselves but redefine expectations. This debut is more than a beginning — it’s the spark of a new chapter for Finnish rock, one written in passion, authenticity, and unflinching creative fire.

Get the single: https://hokka.bfan.link/inthedarkness.yde