(202...: Dr. Helander & Third Ward - Shining Pearls

: An inspired twin-guitar rendition of the Mississippi Fred McDowell classic. Cemetery Wall . Your Old School .

The album was released through the Finnish label Bluelight Records and has been praised by reviewers at Blues Blast Magazine and Blues News for its high production quality and "furious" performances. Blues Matters 133 by bluesmatters.com - Issuu

: Compares life’s volatility to a speeding roller coaster. Dr. Helander & Third Ward - Shining Pearls (202...

: A darker track reflecting on social isolation.

: Features prominent slide guitar accents. : An inspired twin-guitar rendition of the Mississippi

: Drums and percussion, providing the "vibrant" rhythmic foundation for the group. Musical Style and Themes

Shining Pearls was recorded in Helsinki between July 2021 and December 2022. The album is characterized by a "twin guitar" sound, where the interplay between Helander's stinging solos and Kuloniemi's slide work takes center stage. While the foundation is soulful, old-fashioned blues, Helander’s singing adds a "futuristic shine" that modernizes the genre. The album was released through the Finnish label

The album contains , comprising eight original songs and two carefully selected covers: