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VOPLI VIDOPLIASSOVA NORTH AMERICAN TOUR 2025
🔥 40 Years from Ukraine to the World – Vopli Vidopliassova 2025 North American Tour
For four decades, Vopli Vidopliassova (VV) has been Ukraine’s ultimate cultural ambassador, with anthems sung by heart by every Ukrainian. As the first Ukrainian band to tour internationally and gain global fame, their music has crossed borders, bringing the spirit of Ukraine to the world through their explosive fusion of punk, rock, and folk.
From the Soviet underground to global festival stages, VV has shaped the sound of generations and remains a symbol of Ukrainian identity and resistance. They made history performing at WOMAD, Sziget, Montreux Jazz Festival, Woodstock Poland, and Rock am Ring. Over the years, VV has collaborated with world music icons like Goran Bregović, Manu Chao, and Khaled, continuously pushing boundaries. Their influence is undeniable—Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello calls them his musical teachers, a legacy now featured in a recent Gogol Bordello documentary.
Beyond his work with Vopli Vidoplyassova, Oleg Skrypka is also the founder of Kraina Mriy, one of Ukraine’s oldest and most influential festivals. A platform for cultural exchange and the development of new Ukrainian artists, Kraina Mriy has also become one of the most credible charity organizations supporting hospitals and other vital Ukrainian causes.
🔥 Now, after almost a decade, VV is returning to North America for an explosive tour celebrating 40 years of music, resilience, and cultural revolution! Experience their legendary hits, including Весна (Spring), Танці (Dances), Галя, ходи (Halia, Come Here), Країна мрій (Land of Dreams), Любов (Love), and День народження (Birthday)—and be ready for musical surprises!
💙 This tour is more than music—it’s a mission. 100% of the proceeds from charity auctions during each show will go directly to support Ukraine, including medical aid and humanitarian relief through Kraina Mriy.
For four decades, Vopli Vidopliassova (VV) has been Ukraine’s ultimate cultural ambassador, with anthems sung by heart by every Ukrainian. As the first Ukrainian band to tour internationally and gain global fame, their music has crossed borders, bringing the spirit of Ukraine to the world through their explosive fusion of punk, rock, and folk.
From the Soviet underground to global festival stages, VV has shaped the sound of generations and remains a symbol of Ukrainian identity and resistance. They made history performing at WOMAD, Sziget, Montreux Jazz Festival, Woodstock Poland, and Rock am Ring. Over the years, VV has collaborated with world music icons like Goran Bregović, Manu Chao, and Khaled, continuously pushing boundaries. Their influence is undeniable—Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello calls them his musical teachers, a legacy now featured in a recent Gogol Bordello documentary.
Beyond his work with Vopli Vidoplyassova, Oleg Skrypka is also the founder of Kraina Mriy, one of Ukraine’s oldest and most influential festivals. A platform for cultural exchange and the development of new Ukrainian artists, Kraina Mriy has also become one of the most credible charity organizations supporting hospitals and other vital Ukrainian causes.
🔥 Now, after almost a decade, VV is returning to North America for an explosive tour celebrating 40 years of music, resilience, and cultural revolution! Experience their legendary hits, including Весна (Spring), Танці (Dances), Галя, ходи (Halia, Come Here), Країна мрій (Land of Dreams), Любов (Love), and День народження (Birthday)—and be ready for musical surprises!
💙 This tour is more than music—it’s a mission. 100% of the proceeds from charity auctions during each show will go directly to support Ukraine, including medical aid and humanitarian relief through Kraina Mriy.
NORTH AMERICAN TOUR 2025
VOPLI VIDOPLIASSOVA. 40 YEARS OF VV
June 29, San Francisco (Guild Theater)
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July 1, Seattle
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OLEG SKRYPKA AND VOPLI VIDOPLIAsSOVA
JETLAG-2025
We are thrilled to announce that the Ukrainian folk rock legend—performing on stage since the ‘80s, championing the use of the Ukrainian language and identity in music, a symbol of Ukraine’s cultural awakening, a pioneer in neo-ethnic and world music, a collaborator with Khaled and Manu Chao, and even a “teacher” to Gogol Bordello according to Eugene Hutz, as well as a participant in WOMAD, Sziget, and the Montreux Jazz Festival, already beloved in the USA and Canada—will perform for the first time at JetLAG as part of their big North America Tour 2025 (stay tuned for more tour dates on rootsandchordsmusic.com).
Welcome to the trailblazers of ethnic folk rock!
Welcome to EUPHONIA!
Welcome to JETLAG-2025!
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June 20-22, 2025 | Downsville, NY
Welcome to the trailblazers of ethnic folk rock!
Welcome to EUPHONIA!
Welcome to JETLAG-2025!
🌲⭐️📯🐥🐢📯🪗🌲
June 20-22, 2025 | Downsville, NY
Oleg Skrypka & Vopli VidoplIasova
Trailblazers of Ukrainian Music Culture and Pioneers of World Music
Introduction
Oleg Skrypka and Vopli Vidopliassova (VV) are the trailblazers of Ukrainian music culture, leading the charge to bring the sounds and spirit of Ukraine to the global stage. As pioneers of world music, they have seamlessly fused the raw energy of punk, the richness of Eastern European folk, and the innovation of rock to create a sound that transcends borders and unites audiences. Revered as the «Godfather of Ukrainian Rock», Skrypka and VV broke ground as one of the first Ukrainian bands to perform internationally, introducing the world to a vibrant, defiant musical identity. Their performances are a visceral celebration of culture, rebellion, and resilience, earning them a place among the most influential acts in modern music history.
Key Highlights
- The Rebellion of Ukrainian RockVV’s story begins in the Soviet-era underground, where their electric fusion of punk, rock, and Ukrainian folk shook the foundations of the music scene. Their very first gig was opening for Sonic Youth in Kyiv—a prophetic start to their career as trailblazers. From there, they became symbols of Ukraine's cultural awakening, championing the use of Ukrainian language and identity in music.
- Trailblazers in Neo-Ethnic and World MusicVV redefined what it means to be a Ukrainian band. During their transformative years in France in the 1990s, they brought Ukrainian folk and rock to European audiences, performing in Ukrainian, Russian, and French. Their boundary-pushing sound earned them collaborations with world music legends like Goran Bregović, Manu Chao, and Khaled, solidifying their place as pioneers in neo-ethnic and world music.
- Inspiration for a New GenerationVV’s impact on global music is undeniable. Eugene Hutz, frontman of the internationally acclaimed Gogol Bordello, credits Oleg Skrypka and VV as his “teachers.” Gogol Bordello played their first-ever gig opening for VV in New York City—a testament to VV’s role in shaping the sound of future generations of world music innovators.
- Stage Legends from Kyiv to the WorldVV has conquered stages at iconic festivals like WOMAD, Sziget, and Montreux Jazz Festival, captivating audiences with their electrifying performances.
- Successful Touring in the USA and CanadaVV has achieved notable success touring North America, thrilling audiences across all major cities with their unique fusion of punk energy and Eastern European melodies. Their music resonates deeply with more than 3 million Eastern European immigrants in North America and beyond, serving as a vital cultural connection for these communities.
2025 Plans
In June 2025, VV will headline a major world music festival in upstate New York and is available for additional bookings across North America. This is a unique opportunity for festivals and venues to host one of the most iconic acts in Eastern European music, known for their electrifying performances and cultural resonance.
Oleg Skrypka and VV are more than a band—they are cultural ambassadors, innovators, and icons. Their music invites the world to dance, sing, and celebrate the unyielding spirit of Ukraine. Bringing them to your stage means hosting a piece of musical history and cultural revolution.
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