Ukrainian Folk Group Brings Protest Anthem to Boulder

Ukrainian folk vocal group YAGÓDY, are debuting a defiant anthem of perseverance, freedom, and unbreakable spirit titled “BRamaYa.” As their homeland endures the realities of war, this powerful song serves as both a rallying cry and a tribute to resilience. Before heading out on their first North American tour this month, YAGÓDY has submitted “BRamaYa” to the Eurovision Songwriting Contest, amplifying their message of strength to a global audience. 

YAGÓDY is appearing at the Dairy Arts Center on April 22 as part of their tour.

“BRamaYa” is a call-to-action pulsing with the chant “Yanara,” a word inspired by the Roman god Janus, symbolizing both the pain of the past and the courage to move forward to the light. Its haunting vocal layers and tribal rhythms, influenced by musical traditions from Georgia, Turkey, and beyond, weave an atmosphere of raw urgency and cathartic release. 

“The song speaks to unwavering loyalty to the ideals of freedom, even in the darkest times,” says YAGÓDY. “It carries the weight of grief and loss, yet within that wound lies a source of strength—where the human spirit finds its rebirth.” 

With “BRamaYa”, YAGÓDY once again crafts a sound that is both deeply rooted in tradition and fearlessly forward-looking. Now available on all major streaming platforms, “BRamaYa” will take center stage as YAGÓDY embarks on their highly anticipated first North American tour. 

Upcoming Tour Dates:

• 4/09 Chicago, IL Old Town School of Folk Music
• 4/10 Minneapolis Dakota
• 4/12 Eugene, OR Unity of the Valley Eugene
• 4/13 Seattle, WA The Triple Door
• 4/15 Vancouver, BC Kay Meek Arts Centre
• 4/18 Mount Vernon, WA Lincoln Theatre
• 4/20 Berkeley, CA Freight & Salvage
• 4/22 Boulder, CO The Dairy Arts Center
• 4/24 Lake Charles, LA Bulber Auditorium at McNeese State University
• 4/25 Lafayette, LA Festival International
• 4/26 Lafayette, LA Festival International

About YAGÓDY 

Founded in 2016 by actress and vocalist Zoriana Dybovska, YAGÓDY emerged as a continuation of her lifelong passion for preserving and evolving Ukrainian music.  

The self-titled debut album, YAGÓDY, released in 2020 introduced the world to their unique sound, featuring renditions of Ukrainian, Bulgarian, and Serbian folk songs. In 2024, the group won over audiences at the Eurovision Songwriting Contest with their original song “Tsunamia” placing fifth at the national selection finals.  

YAGÓDY has performed at major festivals across Europe, enchanting listeners in Poland, Germany, and beyond. 

YAGÓDY, (“berries” in English) is made up of Zoriana Dybovska – vocals, percussion instruments, Vasylyna Voloshyn – vocals, Tetiana Voitiv – vocals, Tibetan bowl, percussion instruments, drymba, Nadiia Parashchuk – vocals, accordion, Vadym Voitovych – bass guitar, Teimyraz Gogitidze – drums, Vasyl Parashchuk – cymbals