It was a huge honor to represent Lithuania in one of the biggest TV shows in the World. We won 8th place in Eurovision 2021! We were seen by many eyes. Thank you for an endless stream of greetings! Special thanks to all the viewers. You are the reason we went to Eurovision. It's only the beginning of our musical journey. Let's discoteque!
What's in my genes?
Vaidotas: I was asked what my origin was? What's in my genes? Because I don't look like a Lithuanian. I believe that a pure single race or origin does not exist in the world. I was born and raised in Lithuania, I love my country! I am Lithuanian. However there's a mix of nationalities in me. I have Lithuanian, French, Russian and Tatar blood running in my veins. This proves that many different parts of the world can fit in one person.
On the Eurovision 2021 turquoise carpe
On the Eurovision 2021 turquoise carpet. Let the show begin! We feel great! Positive in life.
Flash mob
We made a flash mob with their song Discoteque at our hotel in Rotterdam.
New remix by worldwide known DJ is out!
“Discoteque (Deepend Remix)” IS OUT NOW!
Listen here: https://lnk.to/TheRoopDiscotequeDrmx
Intense day
Got up at 6:30 and went to Ahoy arena early in the morning. The rehearsal went great! We feel solid. Right after the rehearsal we had a million interviews. We love talking to journalists from different countries. It was also fun to meet Manizha, Hooverphonic, Ana Soklič. We like it here more and more.
Beautiful day
We went to visit the sea, where clear sand reminded us of Lithuanian seaside and soothed our minds. We ate a delicious vegan lunch in a nearby cafe. Walked through the old Rotterdam suburbs. During these few days we didn't sit with our arms folded, we had rehearsals and interviews. Tomorrow the long Eurovision marathon starts. We are ready!
2 Free days in Rotterdam
2 free days! After a long run we suddenly got some rest. Our hotel is located at the very center of Rotterdam, so we could safely walk around and see the city. We enjoyed very diverse and eye-catching architecture, water canals and blooming nature. We visited city's landmarks. Ascended the TV tower, listened to stories. We're glad that we are being recognized in Rotterdam streets more and more. People greet us, wave at us.
First day in Rotterdam
First day in Rotterdam was intense but at the same time full of laughter and good energy. We are happy with the first rehearsal. Only professionals work here, attentive to every detail. We had the first huge wave of various interviews. We hardly found time to drink water and sit down to rest. The day went fast and productive. The only problem - irregular eating schedule. But we'll fix that, because we need the strength for the long run!
Heading to Rotterdam!
The day has come! Even Airport wish us best of luck. We reached Rotterdam!
Sculptures around Vilnius dressed up in yellow
Yellow wave - 10 sculptures around Vilnius dressed up for The Roop's Eurovision discotheque. Expressing their support to the representatives The Official Development Agency of the City of Vilnius "Go Vilnius" team decided to dress up the most famous Vilnius sculptures with attributes of colour integral to the band's image, this way surprising the locals and the musicians who are getting ready for the competition. And it really SURPRISED us. THANK YOU!
The Roop fans can support the group by buying lovely merchandise items
This week The Roop will travel to Rotterdam to begin their rehearsals, and on May 18th, the group will open the Eurovision Song Contest semifinal. The Roop fans will be able to view the contest wearing exceptional “Let’s Discotheque” sweatshirts, graphic style T-shirts, or even other limited edition items on the website.
This year the bright and stylish group will participate on behalf of Lithuania with their musical material, which created an impressive yellow wave worldwide. The Roop fans including, young basketball players, students from different cities, office and factory workers and TV personalities, all film and share videos to social media of the finger dance, which has become a staple for the Lithuanian entry. “More and more people send in videos. They share dances on ”Tik Tok” or YouTube. Thank you for so much support!” says the leader of the group Vaidotas Valiukavičius.
From today there are even more ways to support your favorite group! Visit the link e-shop to view the merchandise. All quality clothing from eco-friendly companies and PETA patented vegan products. Merchandise proceeds will help The Roop and help the world get to know the group even better.
From now on, you can purchase wide-cut sweatshirts with an embroidered sign “Let’s Discoteque,” bright colored T-shirts with the graphic symbol “It is OK to Dance Alone,” bracelets with the iconic hand symbol from the iconic hand dance, shiny gold pins for the true Roop fans. The merchandise is not only for adults. Unique graphic T-shirts are made exclusively for the young fans of the group with a collage illustration made by the designer Laura Tulaitė.
The merchandise line was created by Deimantė Litvinaitė, the love and lifelong partner of Vaidotas. Together with Vaidotas and two kids, Tumas and Ignė, they memorialized the clothing and accessories in a photoshoot.
“The theme for the pictures was skewed mirror room effect, which used to excite us in theme parks. During the photoshoot, there a lot of laughter, joy, and improv. Tumas and Ignė, fans of the group, we’re excited to meet Vaidotas for the first time and felt like becoming celebrities after the photoshoot.
The Roop merchandise does not limit movement; thus, wearing them is an excellent opportunity to dance, while the group constantly reminds everyone that dance is the best therapy. It is scientifically proven that movement and dance have a postive impact on mental health, no matter the age.
Dance can happen with yourself, at home, when everyone sees or doesn’t; however you like,” says The Roop, starting their final preparations for the Eurovision Song Contest discotheque.
Photos by Tomas Juškevičius.
The Prime Minister met with THE ROOP
Prime Minister of Lithuania Ingrida Šimonytė met with “The Roop”.
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“Spread the yellow wave virus and promote the name of Lithuania. I sincerely wish you to win this year, because you are worth the victory”, - said the Prime Minister.
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This year’s Eurovision song “Discoteque” beat all Lithuanian online music streaming records during the first week of the release, “The Roop” and “Discoteque” became the phenomenon that united Lithuania.
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During the first month alone there were over 500 articles in international media covering the band and “Discoteque”, and the spread of the news is counted by tens of millions.
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According to the monitoring data of the Government office Image group, during the first half of 2020 and first quarter of 2021 “The Roop” contributed the most to the visibility and notoriety of Lithuania in the cultural sphere.
The Ocean Race and THE ROOP
The Ocean Race has a musical tradition - every team in the competition must have their song. A song that represents their values and inspires for a fight.
Ambersail 2 have chosen their own without any doubts and hesitations, because THE ROOP has truly captured the essence: there’s fire in their souls and the world is their desire. Yes, „Ambersail-2“ is on fire! Thanks to the Ambersail-2 crew for this wonderful evening onboard!
10 years of patience
It may seem that everything in our lives went easy. It’s not quite true. For example, 1,5 years ago Vaidotas was unemployed. He had no money, just a big dream. All band members did their best to keep themselves motivated and not give up. We felt that the time would come, but never knew when. We’ve been together for 10 years now, and we are happy to have this strong bond which is built of patience, support and trust.
4 M.A.M.A. awards!!!
It took us 10 years to reach this. It's never too late to follow your dreams. It was our night at M.A.M.A. Awards:
• Breakthrough of the Year - WINNER;
• Pop Band of the Year - WINNER;
• Song of the Year - 'On Fire' - WINNER;
• Band of the Year - WINNER.
Dance Tutorial
THE MESSAGE. With our song "Discoteque", we want people to move. When you move, you FEEL GOOD; it’s common knowledge. And everyone knows dancing is good for you and has POSITIVE EFFECTS on our physical and MENTAL HEALTH.
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A growing number of researchers have proven that, while dancing, an abundance of mood-improving chemicals are released within the body of the dancer. These chemicals help improve your mental state; even one dance session can reduce DEPRESSION.
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Music and dance LIBERATES everyone. There’s not a single person who cannot dance. This is innate. Dance is like a tool which can also HEAL SCARS. This song and movement aims liberate our minds, which contains too much self-criticism, fear of appearing different, reluctance to ACCEPT your body.
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So let's dance! Let's DISCOTEQUE!
Open Discoteque in Vilnius
Vilnius and the mayor of the city has raised the stakes for this year's Eurovision Song Contest by promising to create an open-air discotheque for everyone to party at if we win it all this May in Rotterdam! Make sure to support us and hopefully we can all meet and dance together at the Open Discotheque once it's safe to do so.
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Find out more about the Open Dicoteque here: www.opendiscoteque.com
Live on tape
Yesterday we had an important task. We spent all day at the “Avia Solutions Group” arena in Vilnius where we shot the backup performance for this year’s “Eurovision”.
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This option would be used in a scenario where the pandemic intensifies or artists get sick and cannot travel to Rotterdam. In that case this video would be shown.
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We had one hour to roll the cameras and shoot three takes. The whole process was monitored live online by “Eurovision” representatives, whom we can symbolically call inspectors. Then, together with the whole team, we chose which performance we liked best.
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By the way, these recordings along with scenography and visuals (except for backstage) would be kept secret until “Eurovision” - so that in case they must be used, they would be unseen for the viewers previously.
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We can, however, disclose several details. The stage that was constructed was the biggest ever in Lithuania. The screen alone was around 5 ares large. The stage was constantly maintained by around a 100 people. The performance went great! We are very satisfied with the result!
1 000 000
“Discoteque” hit 1 million steams on Spotify! Besides, it is still the most streamed Lithuanian song since the day it was released! Thank you!
