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Sydney band breathe. performs at Kyiv music festival during war
Sydney electronic act breathe. has performed as the sole international group at Ukraine's Atlas music festival amidst ongoing regional conflict.
By The Victoria Brief News Desk
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A Sydney band has become the only international act to perform at Kyiv's prominent Atlas music festival, navigating the realities of a wartime setting to deliver their set.
According to reporting by wire services, the electronic duo breathe. travelled to the Ukrainian capital despite the ongoing conflict. Their preparation for the event was marked by the sobering task of monitoring air raid alerts and counting incoming missiles as they geared up to take the stage.
The Atlas festival, which was once one of Eastern Europe's largest music events, has had to adapt significantly due to the war. The presence of the Australian musicians marked a rare moment of international cultural exchange since the conflict escalated.
Members of the band indicated that the experience of performing under such volatile conditions has been deeply impactful. The sights and sounds of a city under constant threat of aerial bombardment, juxtaposed with the resilience of local music fans, remain etched in their collective memories.
Specific details regarding the logistics of their travel to Ukraine, the size of the crowd, and the security measures in place during the performance have not been fully detailed in initial reports. It is also unclear how many other international acts were originally scheduled to perform before safety concerns led to cancellations.
The band's performance highlights the ongoing efforts by Ukrainian cultural organisers to maintain some semblance of normalcy and community solidarity, even as military operations continue across the country.
Watch for updates on how other international artists respond to invitations to perform in Ukraine as the conflict continues.
This report draws on original reporting by Wire report.
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