Katrīna Gupalo: Jauns singls un koncerti Latvijā

Singer Katrīna Gupalo has released the single “Vasaras vējš,” a track developed during her nine-month residence in Vietnam. According to Gupalo, the composition focuses on romantic companionship and life’s journeys, specifically highlighting a production process that excluded artificial intelligence in favor of human musicians.

Who contributed to the production of “Vasaras vējš”?

The track was created by a collective of human musicians to ensure no artificial intelligence was used in its production. Co-author and music producer Edgars Vilcāns led the project alongside guitarist Armands Varslavāns and backing vocalists Signe Aizupiete and Jānis Aizupietis.

The production featured international talent, including Vietnamese trumpeter Ngujens Čungs and Ukrainian musicians Jaroslavs Larčikovs on saxophone and Dmitro Tereščenko on trombone.

Did You Know? The recording of “Vasaras vējš” involved a multi-national collaboration featuring musicians from Latvia, Vietnam, and Ukraine.

How did travel influence Katrīna Gupalo’s new music?

Gupalo moved to Saigon in August of last year, describing the city as one of the most dynamic and energy-filled in the world. During her time in the region, she also visited Seoul, Tokyo, and Bangkok.

The singer attributes the song’s inspiration to experiences such as nights in the jungle, sunrises in oyster-fishing villages, and the turquoise waters of the South China Sea. Gupalo stated that these travels helped her remove “unnecessary emotional baggage” to focus on what is most valuable.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that Gupalo’s explicit rejection of AI in favor of a diverse, international ensemble represents a strategic pivot toward “human-centric” artistry. By utilizing session players from Vietnam and Ukraine, the artist anchors the music in the actual geography of her inspiration rather than synthetic approximation.

Where can fans see Katrīna Gupalo live this summer?

Gupalo has scheduled four performances in Latvia for the current summer season. She is slated to perform on July 2 at the Igo music and art center “Ceplis” and on July 29 at the Āraišu windmills.

Katrīna Gupalo – jauns singls

The tour continues in August with a performance on the 20th at the Dole people’s house and a final date on August 22 in the courtyard of the Dobele city Culture house.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where was the single “Vasaras vējš” created?
The song was created in Vietnam, where Katrīna Gupalo lived for approximately nine months.

Was artificial intelligence used in the making of the song?
No. The production explicitly excluded AI, utilizing human musicians including a producer, guitarist, and several instrumentalists.

Which cities did Katrīna Gupalo visit during her time abroad?
In addition to living in Saigon, Gupalo visited Seoul, Tokyo, and Bangkok.

How does the use of international musicians change your perception of a song’s authenticity?