from Katowice,
Poland
"VOŁOSI is one of the most exciting, dynamic new bands on the contemporary scene."
*Gerald Seligman, former General Director of WOMEX*
"A spectacular live band, VOŁOSI should be on every festival's wish list."
*Simon Broughton, Songlines*
“VOŁOSI are a revelation – their compelling performance energy transcends musical and geographical boundaries to create a completely irresistible combination. I defy you not to love them!”
*Mary Ann Kennedy, BBC*
The VOŁOSI’s debut in 2010 at the ‘New Tradition’ Festival yielded all possible awards. In 2011 they confirmed their success by winning Grand Prix Svetozar Stracina for the best piece in the ‘world music’ category in Europe, in the contest organized by the European Broadcasting Union. In 2012 their first album entered the special World Charts Europe TOP20 selection. Since than VOŁOSI have constantly been on tour. All over the world they meet with spontaneous enthusiasm of the audience, and gain very positive critics’ reviews. Their concerts have been broadcasted by the 2 and 3 Programs of the Polish Radio, the BBC and the German WDR3. The VOŁOSI have collaborated with such artists and ensembles as: Mateusz Pospieszalski, Marek Moś and AUKSO Ensemble, Adam Klocek, the legendary Niaz Diasmidze, French group Lo’jo and Norwegian Moldestad Trio.
The critics universally agree that VOŁOSI have managed to achieve a unique and original musical style, escaping categorization. By exceeding the limits of string instruments they create music that can be described as thoroughly modern and attractive for contemporary listener – growing out of the Carpathian roots, but also bearing marks of jazz improvisation charged with rock energy and full swing of emotional content.
This phenomenon brings VOŁOSI praise among big rock festival audiences, as well as highly prestigious concert hall attenders, world music lovers and royal family members.
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