Jimi Tenor, born Lassi O. T. Lehto in 1965 in Lahti, Finland, is a versatile composer and multi-instrumentalist renowned for his eclectic fusion of electronic music, jazz, and Afrobeat. Beginning his career with the industrial rock band Jimi Tenor & His Shamans in the late 1980s, he transitioned to a solo path in the 1990s, releasing the acclaimed album "Sähkömies" in 1994. Tenor's innovative sound blends elements of 1960s and 1970s jazz, psychedelic soul, and African funk, reflecting his Finnish roots infused with black humor and national romanticism. His collaborations span a diverse range of artists and ensembles, including Tony Allen, UMO Helsinki Jazz Orchestra, and Kabu Kabu, showcasing his commitment to musical exploration and genre-defying creativity. ([jimitenor.com](https://www.jimitenor.com/bio.html?utm_source=openai))