HOLiDAY ON iO is a music project based on Nordic and other European music traditions, leaping into modern compositions and experimental arrangements. HOLiDAY ON iO is a true crossover project, spanning everything from different kinds of traditional music to jazz, blues, pop, progressive rock and not least electro-acoustic music and classical compositions. Through both conventional and controversial methods of creation, they try to achieve a music that has a mindset of its own, aiming to find the best mix of features from the different genres and personalities of their band members. In this mixture of different inspirations and impressions, there is one style of music that got them together and which continues to be the greatest connection between them: the Nordic folk music. Its traditions have a wide variety of sounds and colours and a rich treasure of melodies and atmospheres that really intrigue the members of the band. However, this does not imply that HOLiDAY ON iO only play traditional material, on the contrary their repertoire consists mostly of original compositions. 

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HOLiDAY ON iO are:

David Lombardi: Fiddle (Ita)
Elias Frigård: Saxophones (Swe/Fin) 
Markus Räsänen: Accordeon (Swe/Fin) 
David Henriksson: Guitar (Swe) 

Ruslan Trochynskyi – Vocal, trombone, scythe.

Juhan Suits ( Juss ) – Estonian bagpipes, wooden horn, whistle, vocal,  jew’s harp.

Robin Mäetalu – Acoustic guitar

Karl-Heinrich Arro – Drums, Percussion.

Alo Jaanivald – Sound engineering.

Kevin Kangur - Sound engineering

Terje Trochynskyi – Manager.

BIOGRAPHY

Svjata Vatra (“holy fire” in Ukrainian) is an Estonian-Ukrainian “fire-folk” band – a simmering pot of roots, folk, world and ethno with its flaming and vigorous performances – founded in 2005.

The band’s line-up is a specialty in itself; the temperamental trombone and the Estonian bagpipes together weave eerie sound patterns that burst into vibrant and exotic spheres, backed up by powerful yet dynamic rhythms, leaving no-one unaffected by the band’s versatility and virility.

The band’s trademark can rightfully be said to be their flaming live performances where the potent energy emanating from the leader of the band progressively spreads among the musicians and ultimately engulfs the entire audience in ”holy fire”.

Svjata Vatra have played more than 300 live-concerts in over 14 countries. They have performed in France, Russia, Ukraine, Sweden, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Germany, Czech Republic, Romania, England, Poland, Netherlands and Belgium in festivals like Colours of Ostrava, Urkult, Viljandi Folk Music Festival, FelSziget, Positivus, London International Festival of Exploratory Music, Maailmakülä and the journey has only begun.

In 2009 Svjata Vatra’s song Kalyna was awarded as best folk/world music song in Estonia was performed at Showcase festivals: Tallinn Music Week and Eurosonic, Netherlands.

February 2014 Svjata Vatra released a single “Vogon zapeklyh ne peche” (Fire does not Burn Toughened People), which is dedicated to all those brave people who were and are standing in Maidan square in protection of democracy and human rights. What is going on in Ukraine has transcended much further than the borders of just one country. The musicians of Svata Vatra have allways valued family, a free state, everyone´s right to speak up in their community and to support democratic values. As musicians they can show support through their own personal example and, of course, through their music. The song “Vogon zapeklyh ne peche” is written in commemoration of the people who were killed in Maidan square and for the people who have been supporting the Ukrainian pursuit for freedom, either in Maidan square or elsewhere in the world. This song speaks about freedom in the general sense, not only in Ukraine but everywhere – people need to be honest and dignified in their lives. Only through honesty and cooperation can we build a free society, where peace and love reign.

Svjata Vatra was one of the organizers of the support concert “For Ukraine” at 16 of March in Tallinn (Estonia) at Freedom Square. There was performing lot of well-known Estonian artist and Svjata Vatra played together with Police and Border Guard Orchestra. The concert was broadcasted live by Estonian Public Broadcasting.

Powerful performances by captivating audience, generating an energizing ambiance and setting aglow people’s hearts – that is what Svjata Vatra is about.

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Tintura blend beats and traditional music from their native Estonia to create a soundscape the seamlessly reflects the ancient songs and tunes of their homeland. They occupy a space where Baltic electronica meets tender folk song and fiddle music.

Karoliina Kreintaal - vocals, violin, 3-string viola, Estonian zither
Lauri Täht - samplers, effects, scratching
Taavet Niller - Bass, vocals
Arno Tamm – vocals, guitar, keyboard instruments

Trad.Attack! is an Estonian trio whose sound can fill stadiums and is excited about folk re-invention. As their name suggests, their approach to songcraft is with great vigour, power and passion. 

In the nine years since coming together, Trad.Attack! has released 5 albums, reached every continent and performed in 38 countries at significant festivals such as the Woodford Folk Festival (Australia), Womad (UK, Chile), Rudolstadt Festival (Germany), Rainforest World Music Festival (Malaysia) and many significant showcase festivals (e.g. Womex, Folk Alliance International). 

Back home in Estonia, Trad.Attack! blasted into the scene and has been revolutionizing it ever since, having won a whopping 29 music awards, including best band and best album. Band's latest album "Bring It On" was released in March 2023, featuring many Estonian and international artists: Canadian folk-pop band The East Pointers, Georgian vocal choir Iberi and Ravid Kahalani from Yemen Blues.

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