BASEL – Ukraine’s musicians can’t escape war, even at the Eurovision Song Contest. Rock band Ziferblat were in Basel, Switzerland to represent their country when they learned the home of backing ...

Dnipro, Ukraine — The cherished, century-old Ukrainian song that Americans know as “Carol of the Bells” was written for layers upon layers of voices to fill churches, concert halls and city squares.

Since Russia’s full-scale invasion, many Ukrainian songs have become symbols of defiance and resilience in the face difficult circumstances. Aside from the national anthem, though, one song has stood ...