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Take a look at Go_A’s second rehearsal from Ukraine

A few moments ago, the EBU published visual content about the second rehearsals of the Ukrainian delegation on the stage of Eurovision Song Contest 2021.

“The lead singer of Ukraine’s band Go_A, Kateryna Pavlenko, reported feeling a little unwell this morning. In accordance with the health and safety protocol she has undergone a PCR test for COVID-19 and, as a precautionary measure, Kateryna will miss this afternoon’s rehearsal and press conference.

The other members of Go_A have all tested negative for COVID-19 and will perform with a stand-in singer. They will also attend Ukraine’s press conference later as scheduled.”

Here you can see a fragment of the second Ukrainian rehearsal:

Below you can see a gallery of images about their second contact with the stage and the cameras.

Photos: EBU / THOMAS HANSES

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The story of the band began in 2012 when producer Taras Shevchenko met singer Kateryna Pavlenko, and after recording several songs, they realised that Ukrainian folklore and electronic music are a perfect match, combining energy and emotions into an engaging mix.

Kateryna has studied folklore most of her life. She sings using the ancient folklore technique of “white voice” (based on an open throat and free volume with a bright colour) and has a command of extreme vocals.

Taras Shevchenko is a keyboard and percussion player and is Go_A’s producer. He works in various music styles and knows how to harmonise completely different things in music, like the Ukrainian sopilka and Brazilian drums, or the bandura with heavy guitar riffs and drum ‘n’ bass.

Ihor Didenchuk is a folklorist and unique multi-instrumentalist whose rich musical arsenal includes traditional Ukrainian instruments such as the sopilka, frilka, floyara, telynka, trembita and the drymba. Ihor is also a member of a rap group.

Ivan Hryhoriak grew up in the Carpathian Mountains and has been experimenting with musical styles and sounds, including acoustics (finger style), prog metal (bass guitar), double bass in a folk orchestra, and electric guitar. Ivan also works as a vocal coach.

Don’t forget you can download the official ESCplus handbook at the following link. Here you can find all the information regarding the Eurovision Song Contest 2021, biographies, points tables and everything you need to experience the event to the fullest.

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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and the contest’s organisers (NPO, NOS and AVROTROS) announced last january a final decision regarding the scenario that will ensure the health and safety of all people that will be involved in the Eurovision Song Contest next May in Rotterdam. From all the initial four scenarios they considered at the beginning, the organisers have decided to implement ‘Scenario B’.

The health safety and protocols that will be followed match with the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment guidelines for similar large-scale events such as sports competitions.

Remember that you are also in time to vote in our poll, support your favorite topic and give it your 12 points.

Eurovision 2021 - Semi-Final 1
Malta: Destiny - Je Me Casse
3220
Cyprus: Elena Tsagrinou - El Diablo
2939
Lithuania: The Roop - Discoteque
2504
Croatia: Albina - Tick-Tock
2119
Romania: Roxen - Amnesia
1981
Ukraine: Go_A - Shum
1971
Azerbaijan: Efendi - Mata Hari
1956
Russia: Manizha - Russian Woman
1690
Israel: Eden Alene - Set Me Free
1688
Norway: TIX - Fallen Angel
1673
Sweden: Tusse - Voices
1668
Belgium: Hooverphonic - The Wrong Place
1521
Ireland: Lesley Roy - MAPS
1453
Australia: Montaigne - Technicolour
1077
Slovenia: Ana Soklič - Amen
884
North Macedonia: Vasil - Here I Stand
482
Number of voters: 442
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