Synths, poetry, and power – Pantokraator is here to bend sound and stir souls. Enjoy “Déjà vu”!
Pantokraator emerged from Estonia’s vibrant underground scene in the 1980s, blending progressive rock with folk influences and theatrical flair. Known for their rich synth textures and poetic depth, the band carved out a unique sonic identity.
Photos: Egert Kamenik
Pantokraator:
Taavi Peterson (vocals)
Elmar Liitmaa (guitar)
Henno Kelp (bass)
Roland Puusepp (drums)
Erik Sakkov (synthesizers)
PANTO line-up through the years
2016–2024
Erik Sakkov (synthesizers), Priit Võigemast (vocals), Rait Sohkin (vocals), Risto Virkhausen (guitar), Elmar Liitmaa (guitar), Henno Kelp (bass), Roland Puusepp (drums)
2006–2016
Erik Sakkov (synthesizers), Lauri Saatpalu (vocals), Triinu Taul (vocals, bagpipes), Kaie Mikheim (vocals, bagpipes), Maarja Soomre (vocals), Taavi Langi (guitar), Henno Kelp (bass), Roland Puusepp (drums), Ergo Ehte (sound)
1992–1994
Erik Sakkov (synthesizers), Lauri Saatpalu (vocals), Kalle Vilpuu (guitar), Tõnu Raadik (violin), Viktor Vassiljev (guitar), Peeter Jõgioja (drums), Roland Puusepp (drums), Kaido Soobik (bass), Mart Moldau (sound), Toomas Vabamäe (sound)
1990–1991
Erik Sakkov (synthesizers), Lauri Saatpalu (vocals), Peeter Jõgioja (drums), Roland Puusepp (drums), Andres Moro (guitar), Kaido Soobik (bass), Romet Pott (violin), Liina Olmaru (vocals), Anne Türnpu (vocals), Mart Moldau (sound), Toomas Vabamäe (sound)
1988–1990
Erik Sakkov (synthesizers), Lauri Saatpalu (vocals), Priit Karm (drums), Mait Karm (guitar), Jaan Sööt (guitar, keyboards), Aivar Otsing (bass), Jaanus Meinart (drums), Roland Puusepp (drums), Mart Moldau (sound), Toomas Vabamäe (sound)
1987
Erik Sakkov (synthesizers, vocals), Priit Karm (drums), Mait Karm (guitar), Aivar Otsing (bass), Jaan Sööt (guitar, keyboards), Mart Moldau (sound)
1985–1986
Erik Sakkov (synthesizers), Jaan Sööt (flute, guitar, keyboards), Mait Karm (guitar), Peeter Jõgioja (drums), Toivo Sõmer (guitar), Tarmo Tabas (vocals), Aivar Eimra (bass), Riho Paltser (sound)
1984–1985
Erik Sakkov (synthesizers, vocals), Priit Karm (drums), Mait Karm (guitar), Aivar Otsing (bass), Mart Moldau (sound)
1983
Erik Sakkov (keyboards, guitar, flute, vocals), Priit Karm (drums), Mait Karm (guitar), Aivar Otsing (bass)
1981–1983
Erik Sakkov (keyboards, vocals), Priit Karm (drums), Riho Kukk (guitar, vocals), Mait Karm (guitar)
