In 2022, the global situation called them to sing for peace. Together, they performed at six concerts in support of Ukraine. In addition to these, Neha! played nearly 30 more concerts that year and began getting accustomed to larger, more professional stages.

That same year, conductor and music producer Anton Popovič attended one of their concerts and soon joined Neha! as an artistic supervisor. Since then, his professional insight has helped shape their artistic potential on a deeper level.

The members of Neha! discovered early on that the group isn’t just about the joy of singing, though that’s a point they always return to. However Neha! wouldn’t be tenderness (the Slovak word “Neha” is translated into english is tenderness) if the singers didn’t put a lot of attention into interpersonal relationships. They understand that only by cultivating tenderness within themselves and among one another can they truly embody and share it with the world. The harmony of their voices is the result of shared days and nights, mutual support, witnessing each other’s vulnerability, deep listening, moments of struggle, and continuous learning.

Neha! isn’t only about singing, but also raising themes that are fresh and relevant, whether in the lives of the singers or in society. Thanks to their outlook on life and the concept of radical tenderness, Neha! has naturally become part of civic activism. Their mission is to bring a message of tenderness and understanding—one that unites and, even in highly polarized contexts, can introduce a sense of compassion and humanity.

Neha! creates space for improvisation in their performances and enjoys exploring the boundaries between audience and artist. The singers invite the audience into improvisation, and connect with them beyond the barriers of the stage. They experiment with different performative elements that enhance the experience.  

The World Music Festival Bratislava, led by Jarmila Vlčková, has played a significant role in Neha!’s journey, with members Belinda and Vranka contributing to its organization. In 2022, three singers from Neha! performed at the festival alongside Michal Smetanka, the band Wernyhora, and also with project Alapastel.

By 2023, Neha! took the stage in full ensemble for a showcase concert, introducing their work to delegates from international festivals.

These performances led to an exciting opportunity—an invitation to a residency and the Aux Heures d’Été festival in France. Neha! spent 11 unforgettable days in the charming city of Nantes, delivering a series of memorable concerts.

Neha!’s trips abroad always open up new horizons, strengthen the singers’ relationships and, most importantly, build friendships that remain in their hearts.

A special musical friendship was also formed during Neha!’s concert at the legendary A38 Ship club in Budapest in November 2023, where they shared the stage with the iconic singer Palya Bea. Another highlight of the year was their performance at the Atmosféra festival, an important milestone in their 2023 journey.

One of the most profound experiences for the group was the Radically tender tour in eastern Slovakia. In October 2023, Neha! visited four Roma settlements, continuing the initiative started by the band RozpoR with their Radikálne Ľudská Tour. With this project, Neha! set out to bring music to places that many tend to overlook.

You can read more about the Radically tender tour in articles available in the Press section of the EPK subpage.

2024 was the year Neha! truly brought all their forces together. Thanks to a successful Donio crowdfunding campaign, they raised the funds needed to record and release their album.

As a group of six women—one of whom was expecting a child at the time—they “gave birth” to their album, Neha! Svetu, in the recording studio. They were strongly supported by Tono Popovič and vocal coach Lenka Paulíková.

For the recording, they invited several guest artists, including beatboxer Emil “Esso” Smoliga, percussionist Roman Turtev, cellist Juraj Škoda, harpist Andy Aquarius, and percussionist Michal Fedor.

That year they also played at the important Alkantara Fest in Sicily, the Marathon of Music in Brno, performed at Teleráno, sang at a double concert with Trio Mandili and sang at many protests and rallies for culture, freedom, democracy and peace.