Photo by Dennis Swiatkowski
We Miss Summer Already
Photo by Monika Penkutė
"Not Too Late" 360 Video Released 6 Years Ago
6 years ago we released a unique music video for “Not Too Late”. Back then it was probably the first music video to combine video and animation into a 360 image. Even today it brings big joy and surprise. On this occasion Vaidotas visited the set to tell what’s the best way to enjoy the video. We invite you to remember (or maybe discover) “Not Too Late” and its visual presentation.
Play the video on YouTube. Watch it on full screen and move your device around.
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Last Show of Summer '21 And New Upcoming Things
September 11 show in Šiauliai finalized our summer concert marathon. It was an insanely good summer! Thank you for coming to our shows and sending all the positive energy. We want to remind you of what we talked about at our concerts, and it is important:
Don’t let others belittle your dreams;
It is very important what words you say in your mind;
Tell yourself 3 compliments before going to sleep. You deserve that.
Meanwhile we are already in big preparations for the new music video and recording fever of the upcoming album. Many great things are on the horizon!
First Time in Tallinn (EE)
Thank you, Tallinn, for such great mood! We’ll come back for sure! Until then, enjoy the captured moments.
THE ROOP Visit Warner Music Baltics Office in Tallinn, Estonia
We visited Warner Music Baltics office in Tallinn and finally met the Warner team live (with most of them we interacted online before). We were presented awards for "Discoteque" global achievements. This makes us very happy and motivates us to work further! Let's go!
Finger Dance by The Roop Inspires Summer Tourism Campaign in Lithuania
Lithuania has collaborated with The Roop, Lithuania’s Eurovision representative and travel ambassador in launching another instalment of the campaign “Break Your Screen Routine in Lithuania.”. The new initiative focuses on travelling through the sensory experience of touch. It also showcases Lithuanian experiences that revive the senses in one’s fingertips, such as picking ambers, touching the urban architecture, or trying out pottery.
Visit for more: CLICK HERE
Eurovision 2021 - THE ROOP won 8th place!
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.
