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Branwen Jones

Welsh brothers see song about grief become an anthem in Ukraine

Two brothers from north Wales have spoken about their surprise that a song they penned in memory of their mum has gone viral in Ukraine. Ed and Pete Brookes, who are originally from Conwy and go by the name of Brothers Abide, wrote Til We Can Run as a song of hope, fortitude, and unity during a time of hardship.

However neither of the brothers imagined that the euro-pop styled song would become an internet sensation all over the world. A music video for the song has so far reached 140,000 views on YouTube.

Speaking to WalesOnline Ed explained that the song was written after they lost a loved one during the coronavirus pandemic. He said: "At the time we were all in lockdown and then suddenly my mum had a stroke.

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