Legendary performers of the country unite their forces: presenting unexpected news
A group of renowned Lithuanian artists has collaborated on a new song and video, showcasing their creative journey and emotional performances.
In a remarkable collaboration, some of Lithuania’s legendary music performers have come together to create a new song, "Kylam aukštai," written by Vytautas Bikautas. The accompanying video features not only captivating performances but also genuine, documentary-style moments from their creative retreat, highlighting the camaraderie and creative tensions experienced during the songwriting process. Viewers will witness candid conversations, improvisations, and moments of silence where the right words and notes were sought as they crafted their song together.
The launch of the music video also includes footage from the first live performance of "Kylam aukštai" at last year's M1 Music Awards, where the entire audience was on their feet, resonating with the powerful chorus that lingered on social media and in people's minds long after the event. This performance demonstrated that the collective creative energy of these legendary musicians is not just rooted in nostalgia, but is vibrant and relevant in the present day.
Rosita Čivilytė, one of the performers, reflected on the decision to retreat to a cottage for the creative process as not merely artistic but also deeply human. She expressed the importance of stepping away from the spotlight to enjoy unhurried moments of conversation and contemplation, which enhanced the authenticity of the song, allowing it to 'breathe' with the essence of their collective experiences. Mantas Vaitiekūnas shared insights, expressing a mix of regret about certain past roles and the provocative moments that unfolded during the creative process, further illustrating the depth of their collaboration.