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International collaborations, like Antytila's "2Step" featuring Ed Sheeran , have helped keep global attention focused on the war while raising funds for defense and humanitarian efforts [13, 17].

Music serves as more than just morale-boosting; it is a critical component of Ukraine's cultural defense [22]:

Many artists, such as Anton Slepakov , have stopped performing in Russian, viewing the Ukrainian language as a vital tool for asserting sovereignty [19].

From violinists playing in bomb shelters to Kalush Orchestra's "Stefania" winning Eurovision, music provides a space for "shared meaning-making" among a traumatized population [7, 17, 23].

For those looking to explore this landscape further, curated playlists on platforms like Spotify offer a comprehensive overview of the songs defining this era of Ukrainian history.