Ukrainian Antytila on the front lines

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Taras Topolia is the lead singer of the Antytila band in Ukraine. When Russia invaded Ukraine, Topolia immediately joined Ukraine’s military and served on the front lines, as did some of the other band members. At the same time,Topolia continues to advocate for Ukraine through his music, even collaborating with Ed Sheeran, to forge an uplifting message for fellow Ukrainians. 

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