„Gogol Bordello“: Vilnius Declared the Cultural Republic of Gogol Bordero

Vilnius is awaiting an extraordinary cultural event – on July 30, the famous New York band Gogol Bordello will give a spectacular performance at Vasaros Terasos. On this occasion, an alternative cultural, punk republic of Gogol Bordero is temporarily declared in Vilnius, bringing together the city's creative spaces and inviting the community to support Ukraine.

The creation of this republic and the campaign to support Ukraine were endorsed by Eugene Hütz himself, the leader of Gogol Bordello, a star of the New York bohemia, Ukrainian singer, guitarist, and composer.

"Ukraine belongs to Ukrainians! We are an independent nation, clearly and forever distinct from our criminally insane neighbor. The proof you all see now is a fierce, mind-boggling battle watched by the world," says Eugene Hütz, the Ukrainian-born leader of Gogol Bordello.

"Please help us win this battle, help us end this catastrophe and bring the intruder to justice. Please support Ukraine in its fight for democracy and freedom. Please donate and raise funds with us. Ukraine needs all of you. All your support matters."

15 official spaces in the capital have already joined this unique fundraising campaign for Ukraine. Selected locations will become part of an alternative territory inspired by the spirit of Gogol Bordello – freedom, movement, and community. Starting Thursday (July 16), Vilnius cultural venues, bars, a skate park, and other spaces will turn into official institutions of the Gogol Bordero republic, where people can support Ukraine and pick up a special limited-edition Gogol Bordero republic pin.

"Music brought us here. Solidarity keep us together" – starting with this slogan, the Ukrainian support campaign invites residents and guests of Vilnius to visit the embassies of the Gogol Bordero republic, become part of the community, feel the spirit of Gogol Bordello, and support Ukraine. At the cultural spots of the Gogol Bordero republic, visitors can expect special offers that will allow them to experience the energy of the upcoming concert up close and contribute to the support of Ukraine.

How to become a citizen of Gogol Bordero?

Anyone can become an official citizen of the temporarily established Gogol Bordero republic and express solidarity with Ukraine. To do this, you need to donate to the Blue / Yellow organization. By visiting any of the official embassies of the Gogol Bordero republic and showing your donation confirmation to the staff, you will receive one of two limited-edition Gogol Bordero pins. This pin symbols official citizen status and community unity, bringing together music and a meaningful cause.

Official Embassies of the Gogol Bordero Republic in Vilnius:

• "Kernagis Bar" (Islandijos St. 1)
• "Slojikai" (Vokiečių St. 18a)
• "Boardsports Skatepark" (Plytinės St. 17b)
• "San Diego Pub" (Antakalnio St. 17)
• "The Portobello Pub" (Aušros Vartų St. 7)
• "Who Hit John Bar" (Didžioji St. 19)
• "Devinkė Bar" (Užupio St. 4)
• "Flow Bar" (Aušros Vartų St. 19)
• "Gringo Pub" (Vilniaus St. 31)
• "Piano Man Bar" (Islandijos St. 1)
• "Sparta Bar" (Švitrigailos St. 32)
• "Špunka" (Užupio St. 9-1, Etmonų St. 3, Savičiaus St. 9)
• "ŠMC kavinė Vėjai" (Vokiečių St. 2)

More information on the official website of the Gogol Bordero republic: www.gogolbordello.lt

Gogol Bordello - "Start Wearing Purple"

Gogol Bordello – Faithful Supporters of Ukraine

Eugene Hütz, the leader of the famous New York band Gogol Bordello, is a great Ukrainian patriot who organizes extraordinary support campaigns for his country. Born in Kyiv, the musician, whose ancestors partly hail from Lithuania, organized a massive all-star benefit concert to support Ukraine in New York City, USA, on March 10, 2022. He brought together top music stars like Patti Smith, Stephin Merritt of The Magnetic Fields, Craig Finn and Franz Nicolay of The Hold Steady, Matisyahu, Suzanne Vega, Jesse Malino, Lady Lamb, Marc Roberge of O.A.R., and many other artists. All funds raised went to Come Back Alive, the largest foundation providing support to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

Created a Song for the President of Ukraine

A few years ago, Gogol Bordello, along with members of Primus, The Police, and Sean Lennon, the son of the leader of The Beatles, introduced a track created about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called "Zelensky: The Man With the Iron Balls." The song, with lyrics written by Gogol Bordello leader Eugene Hütz and Primus frontman Les Claypool, was recorded in Ukrainian and English. Part of the proceeds from the soundtrack sales went to New Ukraine, a non-profit organization providing humanitarian aid to Ukrainians.

Les Claypool, Eugene Hütz, Stewart Copeland, Sean Lennon, Sergey Ryabtsev & Billy Strings – "Zelensky: The Man With the Iron Balls"

Gogol Bordello's European Tour Starts in Vilnius

The wild New York band Gogol Bordello will begin this year's European tour in Lithuania. The high-energy, temperamental musicians will perform at Vilnius's Vasaros Terasos on July 30. At the concert, the band will not only present their latest album "We Mean It, Man!", but will also perform their biggest hits "Wonderlust King", "Start Wearing Purple", "Pala Tute", "My Companjera", and many others. After their visit to Lithuania, the band will hold concerts in Estonia and Latvia. Tickets for the Gogol Bordello concert are distributed by Shownet.lt.

The group's latest vinyl album "We Mean It, Man!", released this year, can also be purchased online at the Buymusic.lt store.