thelastsunday x Jausmė is a creative collaboration and friendship between two musical worlds; a unique project where electronic music, Lithuanian lyrics, expressive vocal textures, and the sounds of traditional kanklės and other live instruments come together.
thelastsunday (Rugilė Norbutaitė) is an electronic music producer and artist whose work blends electronic production with live instrumentation and Lithuanian lyrics. Beginning her career in music production and songwriting, she later expanded into sound engineering, deepening her approach to creating immersive electronic soundscapes. Her music combines dance-driven rhythms with string and brass textures, orchestral melodies, and percussion inspired by cultures around the world, resulting in a sound that is both organic and experimental.
Jausmė (Jausmė Elena Stonkutė) is a distinctive singer, composer, and songwriter recognized for her innovative use of the traditional Lithuanian kanklės. Among the first artists to introduce this folk instrument to international audiences within a contemporary music context, she explores its expressive possibilities through modern compositions. Inspired by nature, Lithuanian heritage, and folklore, Jausmė seamlessly bridges tradition and innovation, creating music that honors the past while embracing fresh artistic ideas.
Together, thelastsunday x Jausmė create a sonic landscape where electronic music meets traditional instrumentation, opening new musical spaces through deep Lithuanian cultural motifs, immersive production, and contemporary expression. Their collaboration invites listeners into a powerful journey of movement, emotion, and connection.
Their latest release, the album Neriuos, further defines this artistic vision. Blending electronic production with the timeless sound of the kanklės, atmospheric vocals, and poetic Lithuanian lyrics, the album explores themes of identity, nature, and emotional depth. Neriuos reflects the duo’s commitment to reimagining Lithuanian musical heritage through a contemporary electronic lens while creating a sound that resonates with audiences beyond borders.