Okean Elzy sold out five arena shows in Kyiv, Ukrainian MusicLab in Bucharest, GOGOLFEST in frontline Zaporizhzhia, ОЧІ LABEL opened submissions for a new charity compilation, and The New York Times featured a Ukrainian archival release, Even the Forest Hums. Tours by Dakhabrakha and others continue across Europe and the U.S.

Ukrainian artists shine globally with standout moments at Waves Vienna and Reeperbahn, international collaborations, bomb shelter concerts, award-winning documentaries, and a packed fall tour lineup featuring acts like Jamala, Daria Kolosova, BLIND8, Lely45, and more.

Greetings, dear music lovers and enthusiasts! This September is full of exciting events, and we are eager to share the latest announcements and invite you to celebrate music together!

This month’s issue is packed with highlights including an in-depth exploring of Ukraine’s 1990s underground scene, Heinali and Yasia’s performance at the Unsound Festival, a playlist curated by Daria Kolomiec honoring Ukrainian musicians who defend their country, and more!

With summer quickly approaching, we're excited to bring you the latest news and invitations to thrilling events happening in August! Independence Day of Ukraine on the 24th of August is glorified with the next free event from the ‘JAZZ KONTAKT’ series at Zenner summer garden. Show solidarity and discover the power of unity through music!

Greetings, our favorite music industry people! The Music Export Ukraine team is back with our hand-picked monthly update. Despite the ongoing war challenges including constant power cuts summed up with the anomalous heat, the resilience and creativity of the Ukrainian music scene continues to shine brightly.