Viikate ("Scythe" in English) is a Finnish rock band from Kouvola, formed in 1996.

The band is known for its melancholic lyrics,[1] drawing inspiration from Finnish romance movies of the 1950s and Finnish singers of the era, including Reino Helismaa.

Their style has been variously described as "Helismaa-metal," "wire metal," and "death schlagers."

The band's most well-known hits are Pohjoista viljaa (Northern Crops), Ei enkeleitä (No Angels) and Viina, Terva & Hauta (Booze, Tar & The Grave).

Kaarle and Simeoni got the idea of starting the band when watching Lyijykomppania's last concert.