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ŠAKNYS
As a consequence of Galya Sky's Master Research and a search for empowerment through music, a ritualistic neo-folk band ŠAKNYS (Lith. - Roots) was born.
The ensemble features a diverse array of instruments that create a unique musical experience. At its core, the resonant tones of the cello blend harmoniously with the delicate strings of the kanklės, adding a melodic foundation. The screaming call of the horn and the endlessly sounding bagpipe create a sonic battlefield alongside the rhythmic heartbeat of numerous drums and buckets driving the tempo forward. With not one, but three bass instruments, the ensemble achieves a profound depth, complemented by the expressive warmth of the Birbynė, clarinet and occasionally the deeper voice of the bass clarinet. And just like it was in the old Baltic tribes, every lyric is voiced together, the band members and the audience bound in a single chant, reminding the power of community and the immense strength that togetherness holds.
ŠAKNYS empowers through earth-shaking drones, haunting ancient melodies and cathartic pulse-driven rhythms. Drawing inspiration from the old Baltic songs, ŠAKNYS bridges ancient traditions with contemporary expression, creating a hauntingly hypnotic sonic experience. With their deep-rooted connection to Nature, ancestral empowerment and mythology, Šaknys invites listeners to reconnect with the depths of the human soul, where darkness meets light and primal rhythms resonate with the echoes of ages past.
















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