Вій (Viy) is a Kyiv-based Ukrainian dark ethno-fusion band founded in February 1991 by Dmytro Dobryi-Vechir, Ihor Lemeshko and Oleh Kozlov. Drawing on Slavic paganism, Ukrainian folk mythology and instruments such as the kobza, hurdy-gurdy and flute, the band built a sound that sits somewhere between psychedelic rock and ancient ritual. They are widely regarded as one of the first dark-folk projects in independent Ukraine, and their influence on younger generations of Ukrainian musicians is documented by the 2007 tribute album 'Ochi Vidmy'.
Вій performed a live concert in Lviv at !FESTrepublic on 28 March 2025.
Вій held concerts in November 2024, with part of the proceeds donated to the 12th Azov Brigade.
Вій performed at Docker Pub in Kyiv in July 2024.
A stage adaptation of Gogol's chilling tale "Viy", following Khoma Brut through three nights of supernatural dread. A compelling evening for fans of gothic horror and Russian literary classics.
A stage adaptation of Gogol's "Viy" follows Khoma Brut through three nights of prayer over a dead witch's body, as the forces of darkness close in around him.