Members
- Наталія Жижченкоcurrent
Onuka's music features a unique combination of traditional Ukrainian instruments like the bandura and sopilka with electronic arrangements.
Their debut EP, "Look," was released on May 15, 2014, and debuted at #1 on iTunes Ukraine.
The band was formed in 2013 by Yevhen Filatov and Nata Zhyzhchenko.
Biography
Formation
Onuka is a Ukrainian electro-folk band formed in 2013 by Yevhen Filatov and Nata Zhyzhchenko. The name "Onuka" translates to "granddaughter" in Ukrainian, paying homage to Zhyzhchenko's grandfather, a folk music instrument maker. Zhyzhchenko, who previously performed with the band Tomato Jaws, aimed to revitalize traditional Ukrainian music by incorporating classic folk instruments like the bandura and sopilka into a modern electronic sound.
Breakthrough
The band made a significant impact with their debut EP, "Look," released on May 15, 2014, which quickly climbed to #1 on iTunes Ukraine. Following this success, Onuka released their self-titled debut album, "ONUKA," on October 15, 2015. The album was a commercial success, becoming the best-selling record of the month in Ukraine's iTunes and featuring a blend of traditional Ukrainian motifs and contemporary electronic arrangements. The album's release was celebrated with a concert in Kyiv, further solidifying their presence in the music scene.
Discography and Influence
Onuka's discography includes several notable albums such as "Mozaïka," "KOLIR," and "ROOM," as well as live recordings with the NAONI Orchestra. Their music is characterized by a unique fusion of experimental sounds and folk elements, earning them recognition and awards, including a YUNA award. The band's innovative approach has not only garnered a loyal fanbase but has also contributed to the revival of interest in Ukrainian folk music traditions, making them a significant force in the contemporary music landscape.
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Discography
ROOM2023
- 1.RANOK2:44
- 2.OZERNA3:10
- 3.SAMA3:22
- 4.LINA4:05
- 5.PEREMOHA3:50
- 6.30KM2:13
- 7.VDOMA3:30
- 8.ZNAIU4:55
- 9.DUSHA NARODU2:51
- 10.NICH1:12
KOLIR2021
- 1.VSTUP0:45
- 2.CEAHC3:14
- 3.ZENIT4:32
- 4.UYAVY5:21
- 5.TY3:13
- 6.GUMA3:24
- 7.XASHI4:07
- 8.NA SAMOTI4:03
- 9.SON3:58
- 10.23: 422:46
Live with NAONI Orchestra2020
- 1.Around Me
- 2.Misto
- 3.Time
- 4.Arka
- 5.Vidlik
- 6.Other
- 7.1986
- 8.Golos
- 9.Animal
- 10.Strum
- 11.Vsesvit
- 12.Zenit
- 13.All Friends
- 14.Xashi
- 15.Batpa
Mozaïka: Live2019
- 1.Zenit (live)5:12
- 2.Animal (live)4:57
- 3.Alone (live)4:57
- 4.Strum (live)5:03
- 5.Vatra (live)5:54
- 6.Vsesvit (live)4:26
- 7.Arka (live)1:55
- 8.Guns Don’t Shoot (live)5:03
- 9.All Friends (live)3:41
- 10.Golos (live)4:41
- 11.Xashi (live)5:17
- 12.Batpa (live)3:20
Mozaïka2018
- 1.Vsesvit4:02
- 2.Golos4:10
- 3.Animal4:27
- 4.Strum4:43
- 5.Хто4:07
- 6.Arka1:33
- 7.Guns Don't Shoot4:46
- 8.Alone4:46
- 9.All Friends3:19
- 10.Vatra6:24
Live with NAONI Orchestra2017
- 1.Interlude (live)0:52
- 2.Svitanok (live)4:51
- 3.Look (live)4:15
- 4.When I Met U (live)4:10
- 5.Animal (live)4:43
- 6.Don’t Fly Away (The Maneken remix live)7:02
- 7.Around Me (live)3:54
- 8.Untitled (live)4:53
- 9.19 86 (live)5:43
- 10.Siren (live)2:16
- 11.Intro (live)2:32
- 12.Vidlik (live)4:49
- 13.Other (live)8:01
- 14.Noone (live)4:22
- 15.Misto (live)5:39
- 16.Zavtra (live)5:48
- 17.Time (live)9:16
Onuka2014
- 1.Intro2:26
- 2.Around Me3:46
- 3.When I Met U4:08
- 4.Look3:37
- 5.Zavtra4:48
- 6.Noone4:16
- 7.Untitled4:50
- 8.Misto5:24
- 9.Time5:42
- 10.UA4:36
DZERKALO2025
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Сьогодні2024
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PEREMOHA2023
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CEAHC2020
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Голос води2019
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ZENIT2019
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ХАЩІ2018
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Mainland2017
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Vsesvit2017
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Guns Don’t Shoot2017
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Svitanok (radio edit)2016
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Look (original mix)2013
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KOLIR (remixes)2022
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Strum2018
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Vidlik2016
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Remixes2015
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Look2014
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LOOK REMIXES2014
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Identifiers & aliases
Onuka is a Ukrainian electro-folk band. The project was created in 2013 by Yevhen Filatov and Nata Zhyzhchenko. Other group members are Daryna Sert, Mariia Sorokina (percussionist) and Yevhen Yovenko (banduryst). The band's instrumentation includes electronic drums, trombones, French horns and Ukrainian folk instruments bandura and sopilka.
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