Voanerges. Hay "Da" Maky. (Steppe'N'Poppies) // www.UMKA.com.ua

Nothing to say – Voanerges' new work is a joy. Maybe, the thing is that the first album, "Zlata Vrata", consisted of pieces that had already been released before – and now we have a date with newer, fresh material. Or, possibly, it is just that during the time that has passed the guys have had something changed, something has crystallized in their very creative manner. Anyway, the new work by the group does sound nice. If before we could say that one of its main features is young cheerfulness, now – the lightness characteristic of mature people appears already. No visible haste, confident motions, precise lines, rich colors – but natural, not artificial. There is no dissonance in these bright flashes – that is why they come into notice, and at that they are not boring. There seems to be less external drive now, but the internal force has become more perceptible – and it touches deeper than the ordinary drive. For this reason, the whole album is accepted easily, deliciously, at one breathing. However, you'd better make sure herself.

Kana. V Tobi znaydu sebe. (In You, I'll Discover Myself)

"Kana" performs a folk-rock mixture with elements of jazz – and performs in an interesting, high quality way. On the one hand, the rhythm section comes into notice, on the other – the use of folk winds and violins, and the keys sound very organically here. Another decoration is the voices. Tastes differ, sure – but still it seems to us that real, light joy sounds with these voices.

Domestic price: 67.14UAH, International price: $14.92USD

Opozicia. Odyn iz tysjach. (One of Thousands)

..topics of songs by Opozicia cover an extensive range of themes. And, strictly speaking, Christian morality is the foundation, not a flag. That is why in the group's texts it is possible to hear a great number of poignant social issues – these guys are not afraid to admit that problems exist, they are not afraid to give them their true names.

Domestic price: ~~40.14UAH~~ 22.09UAH
International price: ~~$8.92USD~~ $4.91USD

Kroky. Volodar Tajemnyts‘. (Lord of Secrets)

The group Kroky (Steps) stands out for two reasons. First – against the general background, as creativity of the group is subordinated to ideas not quite typical for lyric underground. And to continue – the group advantageously differs even against the background of their trend colleagues.

Domestic price: ~~53.64UAH~~ 48.29UAH
International price: ~~$11.92USD~~ $10.73USD

Voanerges. Zlata Vrata.

The guys from the group name their music neo-folk. And they define "neo-folk" as a mixture of gospel, world, ethno, rock, funk, rap, hip-hop – finally, it is presently one of the most actual directions for development.

Domestic price: 49.14UAH, International price: $10.92USD