Tag: Ukraine

Assia Ahhatt Talks To Essentially Pop About New Single And Music Video, ‘I Dance For Gods’, Bringing To Life The Story Of Ukraine’s People

September 1, 2025

Assia Ahhatt speaks with us about the power of music and the importance to her of giving a voice to the people of her homeland, Ukraine, in her new single and music video, ‘I Dance For Gods’.

Bill Greenberg Releases Powerful Anti-War Single, ‘Ukraine’

May 31, 2023

With earnest heartfelt sentiments, Bill Greenberg’s new single, ‘Ukraine’, combines elements of folk and world music, while creating a powerful anti-war track.

Sweden Level Up With Ireland In Historic 7th Eurovision Win Ahead Of Finland – But Not Without Controversy – While Liverpool Was The Star Of The Show

May 14, 2023

Swedish ‘Tattoo’ singer Loreen has taken home the Eurovision trophy from Liverpool, thanks to an incredible jury sweep.

Moving New Single ‘Torn’ Sees Steve Major Stand In Solidarity With Ukraine

May 11, 2023

Released on April 25, ‘Torn’ is the powerful new single from Steve Major. The track serves as a reflection of Steve’s close personal relationship with the country, having family there, and spending much of this time both working and living in Ukraine.

The Essential Advent Calendar: December 25 – The Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York, Children’s Choir Moloda Dumka and Acclaimed Conductor/Arranger Vasyl Hrechynsky Team Up with Haley & Michaels For ‘Shchedryk – Carol of the Bells

December 25, 2022

It’s Christmas Day December 25 and we’ve reached the final door of our Essential Advent Calendar. As we open the door we reveal The Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York, alongside conductor Vasyl Hrechynsky and Haley & Michaels, all of whom have teamed up to pay tribute to the 100 year anniversary of ‘Carol of the Bells,’ which was based on the Ukrainian song, ‘Shchedryk.’

Kalush Orchestra Release Unifying New Single ‘Nasze Domy’ Featuring Polish Rap Artist Szpaku

November 4, 2022

Eurovision-winners Kalush Orchestra have released a powerful new single with Polish rap artist Szpaku, ‘Nasze Domy’. Translating from Polish as “Our Homes”, the jointly released track is a song that addresses the pain and struggles felt in Ukraine while conveying a message of hope at its core.

Kalush Orchestra Release ‘In The Shadows Of Ukraine’ With The Rasmus

October 21, 2022

Kalush Orchestra, the winners of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest, have joined forces with Finnish rock legends and fellow Eurovision 2022 contestants, The Rasmus, to release a new Ukrainian-folk influenced version of ’00s rock mega hit ‘In The Shadows’. The new version, titled ‘In The Shadows Of Ukraine’, is out now via Relentless Records. Watch here.

Happy Birthday Jedward! We Celebrate The Irish Duo As They Turn 31

October 16, 2022

It feels like only yesterday that Dublin’s twin pop stars John and Edward Grimes first made their appearance on our tv screens and in our hearts, so it may be hard to believe that the pair turn 31 today.

Kalush Orchestra - photo credit Jens Sage

KALUSH ORCHESTRA RAISE 1.5 MILLION DOLLARS FOR UKRAINE

October 14, 2022

Kalush Orchestra have so far raised 1.5 million dollars for Ukraine. The 2022 Eurovision winners will take their fundraising mission to North America next week as they embark on their huge tour of the US and Canada.

Kalush Orchestra - Photo Credit: Jens Sage

KALUSH ORCHESTRA TO PLAY GLASTONBURY 2022 – THE UKRAINIAN EUROVISION CHAMPIONS’ FIRST UK PERFORMANCE WILL BE AT THE LEGENDARY FESTIVAL 

June 23, 2022

Kalush Orchestra, the winners of the Eurovision Song Contest 2022, will perform at this year’s GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL. It will be the Ukrainian band’s first ever performance in the UK, following their incredible win in Turin, Italy last month.

Three Chords And Your Truth: Neil Nathan Speaks To Us About New Single, ‘The Folly Of War’, His Greatest Inspirations, And Making A Stand

May 25, 2022

Lisa spoke to Neil Nathan about his new single and video, ‘The Folly Of War’, and how to fight the good fight.

Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra Triumph At Eurovision 2022 – The Band Has Released The Official Video For Winning Song, ‘Stefania’.

May 16, 2022

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know that Ukrainian band, Kalush Orchestra, triumphed in this weekend’s Eurovision Song Contest Final, with an incredible 631 points, 439 of which came from the public, making their victory unassailable, and establishing a more than comfortable lead over second place, United Kingdom’s Sam Ryder, who scored 466.