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The inaugural “Soulful Festival” will make its debut at the Sports Palace in Minsk on September 6-7, 2024, showcasing a diverse array of modern folk, soulful chanson, and retro music. This new annual event aims to promote a profound appreciation for native traditions, family values, and the revival of collective folk concerts.
The festival will feature three concerts with performances by prominent artists from Russia and Belarus. Among the anticipated headliners is Sergey Trofimov, a celebrated figure in Russian chanson, known for hits such as “Gorod Sochi,” “Snegiri,” and “Veter v golove.” Trofimov will be joined by Sergey Voitenko, Vladimir Zhdamirov, Artur Rudenko, Victoria Aleshko, Alexey Petrukhin, Vladimir Lyubich, and Andrey Tyamchik.
A highlight of the festival’s folk music segment will be Tatyana Kurtukova, who has gained considerable attention on social media with her viral videos for “Mother” and “I Loved the Falcon.” Joining her will be Sergey Voitenko, Bayan MIX, Alena Petrovskaya, Babkiny Vnuki, Lena Vasilek, Alexey Petrukhin, Alexandra Melekh, Vesyalukha NEW, “Byaseda,” and “Belye Rosy.”
The main attraction will be Alexey Glyzin, a renowned pop singer recognized throughout the post-Soviet space for popular tracks like “You’re Not an Angel” and “Winter Garden.” He will share the stage with Belarusian DJ and radio host Dmitry Sankovich, and groups including “Pink Roses,” Cosa Nostra, and “Ruki Vverh Band.”
Additionally, the festival will feature the concert “Narodnaya Dusha,” highlighting winners of the eponymous competition for solo performers and folk music groups. An international jury will judge the competition, which is expected to engage younger audiences and foster a sense of national pride and unity, as stated by the organizers.
With its rich program and cultural focus, the “Soulful Festival” is set to become a significant event in the regional music scene.
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