Vera Farmiga’s Band The Yagas Shares ‘I Am’ Live Performance From Bowery Ballroom
Oscar-nominated actress teases another track from debut album 'Midnight Minuet' releasing soon
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Award-winning actress Vera Farmiga is showcasing another dimension of her artistic talents with her band The Yagas, who just released a live performance video of their song “I Am” filmed at the iconic Bowery Ballroom in New York City.
The Instagram post features a snippet of the performance, highlighting the track which will appear on the band’s debut album ‘Midnight Minuet,’ scheduled for release at midnight. The video showcases Farmiga performing on stage with dynamic lighting effects, creating an atmospheric rock experience.
“‘I Am’ – Live from @boweryballroom ◾️ It’s another song off our debut album ‘Midnight Minuet’ out at midnight! 🌙 (link in bio),” reads the caption, indicating that fans can access the full album through links provided in the band’s Instagram bio.
The post also acknowledges support from Casa Gogol Records, Lewitt Audio, FIR Audio, and credits Fynn Hawkey for handling the strobe lighting during the performance.
Midnight Minuet: The Debut Album
The Yagas have been building anticipation for their ‘Midnight Minuet’ album through several recent posts. Just days before the “I Am” release, the band announced, “Our debut album #MidnightMinuet is out this Friday ◾️ Link in bio to pre-save it today 📌” encouraging fans to secure early access to the album.
The album follows the release of their emotionally charged single “Life of a Widow,” which garnered attention with its striking music video. According to previous posts, Farmiga described the song as “aching to feel the presence of a deceased loved one” and “a soul’s journey of yearning, pleading to crack the unbearable silence of solitude.”
The Yagas: Vera Farmiga’s Musical Project
While most recognize Vera Farmiga for her acclaimed acting career, which includes Oscar and Emmy nominations for roles in films like “The Conjuring” and “The Departed,” she has been pursuing this parallel musical path with The Yagas.
The band made their NYC debut at the Bowery Ballroom as part of Casa Gogol Records’ “NEW NEW YORK” lineup. That performance featured a special moment when Eugene Hutz of Gogol Bordello joined them on stage to perform “Chervona Ruta,” celebrating their shared Ukrainian heritage. Farmiga, who was born to Ukrainian American parents, has been vocal about her cultural roots throughout her career.
“I had a blast with my band @theyagas playing our #NYC debut at the legendary @boweryballroom with @casagogolrecords 🔥🔥🔥 lineup,” Farmiga shared in a previous post about the performance.
Connecting Music With Causes
The band has also used their platform to support humanitarian efforts, particularly related to Ukraine. One recent post asks fans, “Have you grabbed your ‘Chervona Ruta’ merch and clicked to learn more about the great work that @support_action_ukraine is doing? 🇺🇦🙌” indicating their commitment to raising awareness and support for Ukrainian causes amid the ongoing conflict.
Farmiga’s musical venture represents another creative outlet for the versatile artist, who has built a distinguished acting career spanning over two decades. Her work has ranged from independent films to major Hollywood productions, earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in “Up in the Air” (2009) and an Emmy nomination for her role as Norma Bates in the television series “Bates Motel.”
With “I Am” and the forthcoming ‘Midnight Minuet’ album, Farmiga continues to expand her artistic expression beyond the screen, inviting fans to experience another facet of her creative vision. The album’s release marks a significant milestone for The Yagas as they establish their presence in the music scene with their distinctive sound and compelling performances.
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