In April, Ukrainian band KOLA wrapped up their Canadian tour, performing in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton, and Vancouver. The shows were part of a new program the band presented live.
Each concert had its own unique atmosphere, yet all were united by a strong sense of connection. The Ukrainian diaspora in Canada warmly welcomed the artists, and this could be felt in every detail — from the first applause to the final hugs after the shows. People sang along, lived through the songs, shared emotions and support, and for many, these meetings became a chance to briefly reconnect with a sense of home.
The setlist included both new tracks and fan favorites such as “Chy Razom?”, “Bilia Sertsia”, “Salut Papa”, “Buty Prostym”, “Titanic” and others. Some of these songs were heard live with the full band arrangement for the first time — deeper, more emotional, and closer than ever.
“I’m still overwhelmed by this trip. We were welcomed so warmly — and that means so much to me. In moments like these, you truly feel how connected we all are, even if thousands of kilometers separate us. Thank you to everyone who came, sang with us, and lived through these concerts. And of course, I’m very grateful to my band for their support, professionalism, and for going through this tour together,” commented the band’s frontwoman Nastia.
KOLA’s Canadian tour became a powerful emotional experience for everyone who was part of those evenings. And once again, it proved: Ukrainian music unites us, no matter where we are.
