In the early independence years, rock band Foje was particularly popular and gathered tens of thousands of spectators to the concerts. After disbanding in 1997, Foje vocalist Andrius Mamontovas remained one of the most prominent Lithuanian performers and an active participant in various charity events. Marijonas Mikutavičius is famous for creating unofficial Lithuania sport anthem ''Trys milijonai'' (Three million) and official anthem of the EuroBasket 2011 ''Nebetyli sirgaliai'' (English version was named ''Celebrate Basketball'').