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Hey there, music lover! We hope you're enjoying the sun-soaked days and grooving to the beats of the season. As always, we've got some exciting updates from Ukraine's vibrant music scene to share with you!
Love’n’joy Shines Bright at Europavox Sessions #2
Get ready to be mesmerized by the electrifying performance of Love’n’joy! This psychedelic rock band recently rocked the stage at Europavox Sessions #2, a fantastic collaboration between ARTE Concert & Europavox. The show was an absolute blast, showcasing the best of the European music scene live. Watch the performance here.
Touring During The War In Ukraine
Experience the gripping story of The Tiger Lillies, one of the first international bands to perform in Ukraine since the russian full-scale invasion. Unforgettable concerts, air raid sirens, and a daring escape make this a tale you won't want to miss.
"Being awake at 3.30am in a hotel in a foreign country isn't unusual for musicians on tour. Being woken at that time by air raid sirens and anti-aircraft units shooting down drones is not so normal, however. In fact, in the case of the Tiger Lillies, it could be counted as almost unique - for the British trio are among the first international bands to perform in Ukraine since the russian invasion last year.” Read the full story.
Ukrainian online radio Gasoline captured the breathtaking Carpathian region’s rich musical heritage through field recordings of traditional instruments, chants, and even unexpected coincidences like a pig's grunt turned into a bass and falling on a bridge transformed into an expressive tub. Now, they're gifting this diverse sample pack of over a hundred one-shots and field recordings for free, empowering artists and producers to infuse their projects with the spirit of the Carpathians. And also, they created the documentary "Spadok (Heritage)” about the cultural heritage of the Hutsul region that you can watch on YouTube. Explore the sample pack here.
