Singer Vinger

Singer Vinger is an Estonian punk rock band. It was founded in 1986, before that being named Pära Trust (Backside trust, 1979–83), Turist (Tourist, 1983–84) and Aken (Window) among others; the name Singer Vinger was picked by authorities, because "Turist" was deemed inappropriate by the Soviet Estonian ministry of culture. Its leader, songwriter and singer is and has been throughout the name changes Hardi Volmer. Main themes in band's songs are social-critic irony and humour.

Singer Vinger
Singer Vinger in the courtyard of Toompea Castle (2009).
Background information
Also known asSinger-Vinger
OriginEstonia
GenresPunk rock
Rock
Years active1986–present
Associated actsPära Trust, Turist
MembersHardi Volmer
Roald Jürlau
Mihkel Raud
Rein Joasoo
Avo Ulvik
Eerik Olle
Elmu Värk
Jaanus Raudkats

Members

Pära Trust

  • Jaak Arro (Jekabs) – vocals
  • Veljo Vingissaar (Vink) – guitar
  • Jüri Kermik – bass
  • Hardi Volmer – drums

Turist

  • Hardi Volmer – vocals
  • Veljo Vingissaar – vocals, guitar
  • Eerik Olle – bass
  • Roald Jürlau (Jürilaud) – guitar
  • Avo Ulvik (Ulvaeus) – keyboards
  • Andrus Kerstenbeck (Kersta) – drums
  • Villu Veski – keyboards, saxophone

Albums

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