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(Cheerful Company) was a prominent Lithuanian pop/folk music group active in the mid-1990s, specializing in party music ("balius"). The album "Naujas Balius 1" (New Party 1), released in 1996 by the label Martis, was the first installment in their successful series of danceable, ethno-pop compilations. Album Overview Artist: Linksma Kompanija Title: Naujas Balius 1 Release Year: 1996 Format: Originally released on Audio Cassette (MC) Genre: Pop, Folk, Ethno-pop

The success of the first album led to several sequels and variations including: Linksma Kompanija Discography: Vinyl, CDs, & More | Discogs linksma kompanija - naujas balius 1

(Best Songs of the New Party) – a later "best-of" compilation that drew heavily from the early volumes. Discography Context (Cheerful Company) was a prominent Lithuanian pop/folk music

Energetic group vocals typical of the "Balius" (party) music subgenre. Discography Context Energetic group vocals typical of the

Fast-paced, synth-driven versions of traditional and popular Lithuanian songs meant for weddings, anniversaries, and celebrations. Content & Musical Style The "Naujas Balius" series was characterized by:

While the specific tracklist for the first volume is a collection of Lithuanian party standards, is best known for tracks that appeared across their early series, such as: Palinkėjimai (Wishes) Kada meilės reikia (When Love is Needed)

Heavy use of synthesizers, electronic drums, and accordions to modernize traditional folk tunes. Popular Tracks Associated with the Group