Lil Estonia

Lil Estonia

2021 · 28 min · Documentary

Under the direction of Soundcloud and radio DJ Siim Nestor, something is happening in Estonian music that has not been seen or heard in a long time. A new wave. New characters. New Estonia. Lil Estonia!

Directed by Taavi Arus

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