Are you ready to find out about one of Kazakhstan’s biggest and most important music groups? Meet the Orda Brothers!

The group is well known for its powerful singing, memorable tunes and choreographed dance routines. Singing primarily in Kazakh, the band has helped keep the language alive through their music; as a result, they’re considered cultural icons in their home country— and have been for quite some time.

Here is what you need to know about the Orda Brothers.

🎤 Who is the Orda Brothers?

The band is called “Orda” (which means “Horde” in Kazakh). The name “Orda Brothers” is often used because two of the main members are brothers.

The Members: The core members of the group are Yerbolat Bedelkhan, Yesbolat Bedelkhan, Dastan Orazbekov, and Nurlan Alymbekov.

The Start: The group officially started their musical journey around the year 2000. They started by performing in a dance show, but soon they focused on singing and making their own music.

• Their Music: They mix modern pop music with a special Kazakh style. Their songs are known for being very popular and memorable.

Why Are They So Important?

The Orda Brothers are more than just a pop group. They have helped shape the music industry in Kazakhstan.

Pioneers of Q-Pop: One of the most important things they have done is help start the music genre called Q-Pop. Q-Pop is a new type of Kazakh pop music that takes inspiration from K-Pop (Korean Pop) but is sung in the Kazakh language.

Creating a New Sound: The band’s music was fresh and different from the older, Soviet-style pop music. This helped a new generation of Kazakh artists find their own voice and style.

• Cultural Pride: By singing in Kazakh, they helped make music in their own language popular again, connecting with young people who wanted modern music that was still deeply Kazakh.

Popular Hits and Achievements

The group has had many great moments in their career:

“Platinum” Song: One of their biggest songs, “Kily Zaman,” was a massive hit. It stayed at the number one spot on radio charts for almost a year!

Movie Stars: The group even made a film about themselves called “Forbidden Dance” which was released in 2013.

International Recognition: They have also performed in international contests. For example, they won second place in the Türkvizyon Song Contest in 2015.

Quick Facts About Orda Brothers

Fact	Simple Explanation
Origin	Kazakhstan, Central Asia
Language	They sing and speak in Kazakh
Genre	Pop, R&B, Dance, and Q-Pop
Active Since	Around the year 2000
Key Members	Yerbolat and Yesbolat Bedelkhan, Dastan Orazbekov, Nurlan Alymbekov