Laboratorium Pieśni

Laboratorium Piesni (Song Laboratory) is an all-female vocal ensemble from Gdansk, Poland, that has become a leading force in the contemporary global neofolk scene. Formed in 2013, the group specializes in traditional polyphonic singing, particularly the 'white voice' (spiewokrzyk) technique common in Eastern Europe.

Their sound identity is defined by a rigorous archival approach to folk songs from Ukraine, Poland, Belarus, and the Balkans, which they then recontextualize through a minimalist, ritualistic lens. Unlike many of their peers who lean into 'Pagan Folk' or 'Medieval Rock' tropes, Laboratorium Piesni maintains a stark, organic focus on the human voice as the primary instrument. Their career arc has seen them evolve from a small vocal workshop into an internationally touring act, with albums like 'Rasti' and 'Hé oyáte' expanding their palette to include more diverse global influences and subtle instrumental drones. They occupy a unique cultural position at the intersection of ethnomusicology, feminist spirituality, and the 'New Age' revival, drawing a dedicated following among both traditional folk enthusiasts and practitioners of holistic wellness. Their critical consensus highlights their technical precision and the emotional depth of their improvisational passages.