Vopli Vidopliassova (VV) are world music icons, genre-shaping performers, and the founders of Ukrainian rock. For over four decades, VV has redefined the boundaries of Ukrainian music—leading a cultural revolution that fused traditional folk roots with the energy of punk and the sophistication of art-rock. Emerging from the Soviet underground, the band gave voice to a generation seeking freedom, pride, and
creative expression.

VFronted by the legendary Oleg Skrypka, VV was among the first bands to champion the Ukrainian language in contemporary music, forging a bold, new sonic identity. As their reputation grew, so did their global reach—touring extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, while building a loyal multi-generational fanbase. Their groundbreaking sound has influenced artists around the world; Eugene Hutz of Gogol Bordello calls VV his artistic “teachers.”

VV’s collaborations span genres and geographies, with notable projects involving Manu Chao, Khaled, Hazmat Modine, Lemon Bucket Orkestra, and Les Hurlements d’Léo. They have performed on world-renowned stages including WOMAD, Montreux Jazz Festival, Sziget, and countless others. Their live shows are immersive and electrifying—infusing music with theatricality, ritual, and resistance.

VV continues to lead with fearless creativity and cultural resonance. As they enter their fifth decade, their legacy remains not just musical—it is deeply social, emotional, and global.