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Iļģi
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The most famous world folk music band from Latvia Iļģi celebrated their 31st anniversary on April 21, 2012. The group started at the Cultural Centre of Iļģuciems, Rīga, Latvia in 1981 where Ilga Reizniece, a professional violinist, found… read moreThe most famous world folk music band from Latvia Iļģi celebrated their 31st anniversary on April 21, 2012. The group started at the Cultural Centre of Iļģuciems, Rīga, Latvia in 1981 where Ilga Reizniece, a professional violinist, founded an ensemble of Latvian folk music. She had just graduated… read more -
Imants Kalniņš
5,730 listeners
Imants Kalniņš (born May 26, 1941 in Riga, Latvia) is one of the most important composers in the history of Latvian music. Having studied c… read moreImants Kalniņš (born May 26, 1941 in Riga, Latvia) is one of the most important composers in the history of Latvian music. Having studied classical, as well as choral music, he has written six symphonies, several operas (including the fi… read moreImants Kalniņš (born May 26, 1941 in Riga, Latvia) is one of the most important composers in the history of Latvian music. Having studied classical, as well as choral music, he has written six symphonies, several operas (including the first rock opera in the USSR - Ei, jūs tur!/ "Hey, you th… read more -
Pērkons
3,537 listeners
Pērkons (this means Thunder in Latvian) was one of the most popular and scandalous bands of 1980's in Latvia. They formed in Rīga, La… read morePērkons (this means Thunder in Latvian) was one of the most popular and scandalous bands of 1980's in Latvia. They formed in Rīga, Latvia in 1981. Because of the bands politically sharp lyrics it was banned for some time. The lyric… read morePērkons (this means Thunder in Latvian) was one of the most popular and scandalous bands of 1980's in Latvia. They formed in Rīga, Latvia in 1981. Because of the bands politically sharp lyrics it was banned for some time. The lyrics of the songs were mostly poems by Māris Melgalvs and Klāvs… read more -
Čipsis un Dullais
1,644 listeners
Čipsis un Dullais is a Latvian acoustic folk/ballad rock duo from Rīga, Latvia that formed in 2005. The original lineup: Mārtiņš Ābols - sy… read moreČipsis un Dullais is a Latvian acoustic folk/ballad rock duo from Rīga, Latvia that formed in 2005. The original lineup: Mārtiņš Ābols - synthesizers, vocals; Ģirts Strumpmanis - guitars, vocals. http://www.facebook.com/cipsisundullais View wikiČipsis un Dullais is a Latvian acoustic folk/ballad rock duo from Rīga, Latvia that formed in 2005. The original lineup: Mārtiņš Ābols - synthesizers, vocals; Ģirts Strumpmanis - guitars, vocals. http://www.facebook.com/cipsisundullais View wiki -
Raimonds Pauls
10,128 listeners
The most distinguished writer of Latvian popular music and pianist Raimonds Pauls (born January 12, 1936) is a renowned composer of popular… read moreThe most distinguished writer of Latvian popular music and pianist Raimonds Pauls (born January 12, 1936) is a renowned composer of popular music. His music has been performed in countless countries and in the most prestigious concert ha… read moreThe most distinguished writer of Latvian popular music and pianist Raimonds Pauls (born January 12, 1936) is a renowned composer of popular music. His music has been performed in countless countries and in the most prestigious concert halls, and all of this was possible thanks to his unique flair… read more -
Jauns Mēness
4,858 listeners
Jauns Mēness is a Latvian folk rock band formed in Rīga, Latvia in 1987 by Ainars Mielavs and Gints Sola. Both of them are also the only re… read moreJauns Mēness is a Latvian folk rock band formed in Rīga, Latvia in 1987 by Ainars Mielavs and Gints Sola. Both of them are also the only remaining band members from the original lineup. During the last years Jauns Mēness was almost grown… read moreJauns Mēness is a Latvian folk rock band formed in Rīga, Latvia in 1987 by Ainars Mielavs and Gints Sola. Both of them are also the only remaining band members from the original lineup. During the last years Jauns Mēness was almost grown into a real orchestra - there were seven musicians with occ… read more -
Hospitāļu Iela
6,371 listeners
Hospitāļu Iela was a reggae band formed in Rīga, Latvia in 1997. In 1997, the leader and founder of Hospitāļu Iela, Edgars Šubrovskis (guit… read moreHospitāļu Iela was a reggae band formed in Rīga, Latvia in 1997. In 1997, the leader and founder of Hospitāļu Iela, Edgars Šubrovskis (guitars, vocals) decided to create a project for releasing his songs. In 1999, the band had too many u… read moreHospitāļu Iela was a reggae band formed in Rīga, Latvia in 1997. In 1997, the leader and founder of Hospitāļu Iela, Edgars Šubrovskis (guitars, vocals) decided to create a project for releasing his songs. In 1999, the band had too many unreleased songs, which they did not want to keep locked in a… read more -
Zigfrīds Muktupāvels
1,765 listeners
Zigfrīds Muktupāvels is a popular Latvian singer, violinist, songwriter, also a MicRec producer. From 1987 to 1991 Zigfrīds was a violinist… read moreZigfrīds Muktupāvels is a popular Latvian singer, violinist, songwriter, also a MicRec producer. From 1987 to 1991 Zigfrīds was a violinist, singer and key board player of the band Zodiaks, since 1991 he is a member of the band Bet bet, where is not only a performer, but also song writer. Most po… read more -
Baložu Pilni Pagalmi
6,467 listeners
Baložu Pilni Pagalmi is an indie rock band formed in Rīga, Latvia. They definitely are one of the most melodic bands in Latvia at the momen… read moreBaložu Pilni Pagalmi is an indie rock band formed in Rīga, Latvia. They definitely are one of the most melodic bands in Latvia at the moment. All their songs are more or less romantic and melodic love songs. The band was formed in 1994. … read moreBaložu Pilni Pagalmi is an indie rock band formed in Rīga, Latvia. They definitely are one of the most melodic bands in Latvia at the moment. All their songs are more or less romantic and melodic love songs. The band was formed in 1994. Its primary founder was Māris Šverns, who plays guitar and s… read more