IN EXTREMO

These men treat medieval instruments like Jimi Hendrix with their fender. They can perform songs in Welsh, Latin, Old French, and even Russian, but outwardly they resemble the pub regulars more than the linguists.

The group has a special relationship with our country. “Russia for me is like a bit of homeland, known since childhood,” says vocalist Michael Ryan. “It’s a harsh country with a warm heart, and it’s also one of the most beautiful places in the world.” The musicians once again proved their love for Russia by inviting the Moscow Cossack choir to work on one of the songs of their latest album Quid pro quo.