A Ukrainian folk band for the 21st century
by editors@theworld.org (Emily Cohen) from The World: Latest Stories on (#74Q0Z)
The Ukrainian folk band Yagody mixes traditional Ukrainian folk harmonies with modern arrangements and instruments. Their haunting sound and theatrical performances caught the country's attention and led to their selection as Ukraine's 2024 Eurovision entrants. Reporter Emily Cohen caught up with the group at the acclaimed Big Ears Festival in Knoxville, TN, as part of their first American tour.