Kalush is a Ukrainian rap band that was formed in 2019. Oleh Psiuk, the group's founder and rapper, is joined by multi-instrumentalist Ihor Didenchuk (previously a member of the electro-folk band Go A) and dancer Vlad Kurochka. Kalush is named after Psiuk's hometown of Kalush in the Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast. In 2021, the group formed the side project Kalush Orchestra, which included Tymofii Muzychuk, Vitalii Duzhyk, and Dzhonni Dyvnyy.Kalush Orchestra, in contrast to the main band, focuses on hip hop with folk melodies and elements from Ukrainian traditional songs. Also Read|Key points on Russia-Ukraine war discussed in Joe Biden-Mario Draghi meet Kalush Orchestra fought for the chance to represent Ukraine at the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 with the song Stefania on February 12, 2022. Vidbir finished second in the national selection final with 14 points (six from the jury and eight from the audience). Psiuk claimed that Alina Pash had been unfairly chosen as the winner due to technical issues during the voting procedure. Despite finishing second, the band was given the opportunity to represent Ukraine following Pash's withdrawal due to concerns surrounding her travel history in Crimea. Also Read|US says Russia ready for ‘long war’ in Ukraine as fighting rages in Donbas Kalush Orchestra accepted the offer on February 22nd. On the same day, the Ukrainian national channel Suspilne revealed the official Vidbir 2022 voting results, proving that Pash had been correctly selected as the winner, contrary to Psiuk's assertions. The trio represented Ukraine in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022 with the song 'Stefania,' and advanced to the final, confirming their position as favourites to win the competition. Also Read|When will Russia use its nuclear stockpile? Kremlin officials clarify 'Stefania', their song, was composed in honour of Psiuk's mother. When it was revealed that they had qualified from the first semi-final in Turin, the folk-rap band leapt to their feet, waving the Ukrainian flag. The Pala Alpitour audience reacted with a mix of delight and sorrow. Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February, there has been a surge of support for the band, and they're tipped as being favourites to win the Eurovision final.