Zlata Ognevich

2017–2018

In 2017, Ognevych presented her solo concert programme ‘‘My Story’’ at the National Palace of Arts “Ukraina” in Kyiv. The show was directed by Olena Koliadenko, while the choreographic performances were presented by Freedom Ballet. Due to high demand for tickets, the organisers announced an additional concert date.^[22]

On 23 September 2017, she appeared as a special guest performer at a concert by Andrea Bocelli held at the Olympic National Sports Complex in Kyiv.^[23]

In late August 2018, Ognevych and professional dancer Dmytro Zhuk became contestants on the Ukrainian television show Dancing with the Stars (Tantsi z zirkamy) broadcast by 1+1. The pair was eliminated during the second live show following the audience vote.^[24]

On 18 December 2018, Ognevych released her debut studio album Hrani (Edges), consisting of eight tracks.^[25] The album featured collaborations with songwriter and composer Mykhailo Nekrasov on the tracks "Tantsiuvaty", "Do Mene", "Doloni" and "Yedynyi". The song "Spovid" was co-written with Kateryna Rohova and arranged by Constantine and Yevhen Filatov. "Chekai" was written by Oleksandr Lozovskyi and arranged by Vadym Lysytsia, while "Syla" was produced by Dynamika Music together with Kyrylo Matiushenko. The album also included a contemporary arrangement of the Ukrainian folk song "Chom Ty Ne Pryishov".^[26]

In 2018, Ognevych performed as a special guest at a concert by Montserrat Caballé at the National Palace of Arts “Ukraina” in Kyiv.^[27] According to Ognevych, the Spanish soprano personally invited her to participate in the programme. During the concert, the singers performed a duet, and Ognevych also presented several solo compositions. In later interviews, she described the collaboration with Caballé as an important milestone in her artistic career that influenced her professional approach to vocal performance.^[28]

2019–2020

On 23 May 2019, Ognevych released the music video for the song "Solodka Kara" ("Sweet Punishment"), which she had previously presented on the television programme Evening of Premieres with Kateryna Osadcha.^[29]

In 2019, Ognevych released the studio album Syla Pokolin (The Strength of Generations). The record featured Ukrainian folk songs in contemporary arrangements, including "Shchedryk", "Silent Night", and "Chom Ty Ne Pryishov". The album was produced by Mykhailo Nekrasov. Music critics noted its combination of traditional folk material with contemporary pop music.

2021–2022

In 2021, Ognevych became the face of a marketing campaign for the Ukrainian jewelry brand ‘‘Zolota Kraina’’.^[30]

On 10 April 2021, the character Sun won the second season of the Ukrainian television show ‘‘The Masked Singer Ukraine’’ (’‘Maska’’). The performer behind the costume was revealed to be Ognevych.^[31]

Later that year, she became the lead participant in the second season of the reality television series ‘‘The Bachelorette Ukraine’’ (’‘Kholostiachka’’) on STB.^[32] In the finale, she chose entrepreneur Andrii Zadvornyi; however, the couple announced their separation shortly after filming concluded.^[33]

Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Ognevych remained in Kyiv and became involved in volunteer activities.^[34] She participated in charity initiatives, performed at concerts supporting Ukraine,^[35] and assisted territorial defence units. Since the first months of the war, she has performed for Ukrainian service members in military hospitals,^[36] rehabilitation centres, and military bases. She also joined charity concert tours across Europe and the United States to raise funds for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and humanitarian aid projects.^[37]

2023–2024

At the final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 on 13 May 2023, Ognevich was the spokesperson for the Ukrainian national jury, announcing that its twelve points had been awarded to Sweden.^[38] In 2023, Ognevych and singer SHUMEI released the duet single "Bureviiamy".^[39] The song was written by Gerald Estrada, Oleh Shumei and Ognevych. It reached high positions on Ukrainian streaming charts and won several domestic music awards, including ‘‘Duet of the Year’’ at the MEGOGO Music Awards.^[40]

Later that year, she performed the solo concert ‘‘Viddaiu’’ at the International Center of Culture and Arts in Kyiv, marking the fifteenth anniversary of her artistic career. The programme was accompanied by an instrumental band and a string orchestra.^[41]

In 2024, Ognevych released the extended play Viddaiu, consisting of five tracks. The project was produced in collaboration with sound producers Serhii Ranov and Yevhen Tryplov.

That same year, her song "Ptashka" became the official soundtrack for the Ukrainian feature film Konotop Witch.^[42] Ognevych dedicated the song to Ukrainian women. The official music video combined scenes featuring the singer with footage from the film.^[43]

In December 2024, she held her annual winter solo concert at the International Center of Culture and Arts in Kyiv.

Also in 2024, Ognevych made her debut as a voice actress, providing the Ukrainian voice of Glinda in the musical film Wicked. In the original version, the character was portrayed by Ariana Grande. Ognevych voiced both the spoken dialogue and all of the character’s musical performances.^[44]

2025–present

In 2025, Ognevych released the studio album Tut i Zaraz (Here and Now), featuring the songs "Vilna", "Na Nashomu Poversi", and updated versions of several previously released tracks. The album was produced by Vadym Lysytsia and Serhii Ranov and included duet recordings with YATSUTA and CHEEV.^[45]

Later that year, she released the compilation album The Best, which included her best-known songs as well as tracks that had not previously been available on digital streaming platforms, including "Zapaly Vohon", "Za Litom Za Vesnoiu", "Tantsiuvaty", "Bureviiamy", "Ptashka", and the duet "Preriia" with Artem Pivovarov.^[46]

On 30 January 2026, Ognevych was selected as a member of the jury for Ukraine’s national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026.^[47]

In February 2026, she officially released the English-language single "One Day".^[48] An earlier version of the song had been performed during Ukraine’s national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest in 2012. The new arrangement was produced in collaboration with Ukrainian and American musicians and incorporated elements of gospel music and African-American backing vocals.^[49]

Singles