Biography Story of Mishkin began in the fall of 1997 when Antti, Arttu and Mikko began to play together. After a half year break in 1998 Mishkin was formed in the fall of 1998. Early years included practicing, doing demo tapes and just having fun. The first demo cd (Jaguarbutton EP) was released in November 2000 and the first public appearance took place soon after. The first gig was played at the Hell Freezes Over event in Kyminsuu Theatre in Karhula, Finland on 2nd of February 2001. Mishkin has made six demos with two promotional three-track discs up to date. Profiles: Antti Kokkomäki Guitar and Vocals Born: 1979 Equipment: Ibanez electric & acoustic guitars Munkers acoustic guitar Yamaha effects Marshall amplification Laney PA system Contact: antti_kokkomaki@hotmail.com Arttu Salmela Drums Born: 1981 Equipment: Samick drums Aquarian and Remo drumheads Meinl, Paiste and Wuhan cymbals Tama, Pearl, Newsound and miscellaneous Latvian hardware Promark drumsticks Contact: arttusalmela@hotmail.com Links: Amnesty International, Suomen Osasto Mikko Hirvonen Bass Born: 1981 Equipment: Ibanez electric and acoustic bass guitars Ibanez effects Hughes & Kettner amplification Contact: k_i_n@hotmail.com