Poets of the Fall (POTF) is a Finnish rock band from Helsinki. The group consists of Marko Saaresto (lead vocals), Olli Tukiainen (lead guitar), Markus "Captain" Kaarlonen (keyboards, production), Jani Snellman (bass), Jaska Mäkinen (rhythm guitar), and Jari Salminen (drums, percussion).
The band is known for their partnership with video game developers, most notably with Remedy Entertainment, having written songs for Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne (2003), Alan Wake (2010), Alan Wake's American Nightmare (2012), Control (2019), and Alan Wake 2 (2023), the latter four in a much heavier style and under the pseudonym Old Gods of Asgard.
Also Known As: Old Gods of Asgard
Members:
Marko Saaresto - lead vocals (2003-present; Odin Anderson in Old Gods of Asgard)
Olli Tukiainen - lead guitar (2003-present; Bob Balder in Old Gods of Asgard)
Markus "Captain" Kaarlonen - keyboards, production (2003-present; Tor Anderson in Old Gods of Asgard)
Jani Snellman - bass guitar (2008-present; 2005-2008 touring)
Jaako "Jaska" Mäkinen - rhythm guitar (2008-present; 2005-2008 touring)
Jari Salminen - drums, percussion (2008-present; 2006-2008 touring)
From: Helsinki, Finland
Genre(s):
Alternative rock,
post-grunge,
symphonic rock
Active From: 2003-present