Top Ukrainian artists 2025: current selection
Ukrainian music today is the voice of freedom, identity, and a new wave. In 2025, artists from Ukraine will be heard everywhere — from the country's main stages to international showcases. We have compiled a selection of the TOP Ukrainian artists — those who are most often listened to, searched for on Google, watched on YouTube, and whose concerts people go to.
This material is not just a list of artists. It is a guide to the modern Ukrainian scene, combined with a dynamic schedule: immediately after each description you will see the concerts of this artist, if they are available on Concert.ua
Ukrainian artists today
In 2025, Ukrainian musicians have established themselves as cultural ambassadors of the country. Their work is both protest, therapy, and inspiration. The selection helps you find new music, better understand the current mood of Ukrainian society, and also plan a trip to a concert.
How did we form the TOP artists of Ukraine?
- The selection is based on the following criteria:
- statistics from Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music;
- mentions in the media;
- availability of concerts at the time of publication (Concert.ua data);
- popularity on TikTok, Instagram;
- editorial assessment of trendiness and career development.
Artists in alphabetical order:
ADAM
Funk, pop and neo-soul in Ukrainian. The band ADAM creates music about love in the rhythm of the city - ironic, sexy, sensual. The songs are a soundtrack for a night walk or a spontaneous dance in the apartment and, of course, for concerts where everyone will feel life. Poster
Alena Omargalieva
Her hit ""Man"" went viral. In 2025, she is actively touring and continues to experiment with genres, combining pop, ethno, and lyrics. Poster
alyona alyona
She remains an icon of Ukrainian rap. Her powerful lyrics, social stance, and charisma make her a thought leader among young people. Poster
Anna Trincher
Anna Trincher is a young artist who confidently combines a blogging and musical career. Her voice is recognizable, and the emotionality of her performance attracts both teenagers and adult audiences. Poster
Antibodies
A band that combines pop rock with deep messages. Their performances are full of energy, lyrical ballads, and a big sound. Poster
Artem Pivovarov
One of the most popular artists of the decade, both in terms of the number of listeners on streaming services and the number of spectators at concerts, for which tickets are selling out at breakneck speed.
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Ukrainian rock band with a long history, both musical and touring. Their hits are regular guests on the radio. Schedule
BRYKULETS
A fresh voice of Ukrainian soul and rhythm and blues. Ivan Ishchenko combines jazz sensuality, neo-soul and modern pop delivery. His music is a soft intimacy that echoes from the stage as if he is singing just for you. Poster
CHEEV
A performer who combines pop and indie aesthetics. The artist wins over fans with his sincerity and minimalist sound. Poster
Chico & Qatoshi
The sound of this duo is a mix of urban, dance vibes, and modern pop aesthetics. Poster
DakhaBrakha
Ethnochaos turned into a cultural phenomenon. DakhaBrakha combines Ukrainian folklore with ritual rhythm, theater, and contemporary music. Their performances are a trance-like journey through historical memory and the collective unconscious. Poster
Children of engineers
Symbols of intellectual indie in Ukraine. Their music is a deep reflection on cities and people, with poignant poetry and minimalist arrangements. "Children of Engineers" create a chamber atmosphere that resonates with several generations at once. Poster
Dorofeeva
Her performances are always about visual aesthetics, energy, and spectacle. She combines pop music with electronics, elements of a dance show, and fashion looks. Schedule
Second River
A rock band with over 20 years of history that knows how to be relevant. Their style is a mixture of lyrics, protest, and guitar drive. Concerts are always deep and emotional. Schedule
Jamala
A singer with a unique voice and powerful drama in her songs. She combines ethno, soul and jazz in a modern sound. In 2025, Jamala again experiments and surprises. Poster
hate speech
A new voice of the Ukrainian scene. Their music is a sharp emotion, social criticism and the vulnerability of a generation. Poster
Tree
Drevo explores authentic melodies and combines them with electronics and art rock. His live performances are a profound performance on the border between ritual and concert. Schedule
Jerry Heil
Leader of streaming ratings. Her unique style is ironic, deep lyrics with pop melodies. Jerry Heil became famous as a hit writer, and her participation in the National Selection for Eurovision brought her even more recognition. Her concerts are sincere, emotional events with powerful vocals. Schedule
KADNAY
Dance pop-rock with a theatrical twist. They are not afraid to mix styles — from funk to electro — creating shows in which sound, plasticity, and image work as a single whole. Their performances are an emotional release, style, and freedom. Poster
Karna
Metal band with Hutsul flavor. Explosive energy and folklore motifs make them unique on stage. Karna's performances are a powerful show with an ethno-metal sound, where drive is combined with cultural heritage. Poster
KHAYAT
The owner of his own musical style, combining electronics, ethno and pop. KHAYAT brought oriental motifs, atypical melodies and shadow aesthetics to pop music. His performances are always a visual story with a multi-layered sound. Poster
Klavdia Petrivna
A bright star. Each of her songs is an emotional diary in which many women find themselves. Klavdiya has a strong fan base on social networks, participates in charity initiatives, and shoots atmospheric music videos. Poster
Cola
She captivates and holds attention thanks to her voice and delivery. Her concerts are tenderness and strength in one. KOLA's songs often make it to the Spotify and Apple Music charts, and her live performances are distinguished by the power of emotions and contact with the audience. Schedule
Kurgan&Agregat
Hyperrealistic hip-hop with elements of the grotesque, satire, and absurdity. Kurgan&Agregat is a cultural phenomenon that boldly trolls Ukrainian reality and at the same time puts a social nerve into the lyrics. Their performances are an explosive mix of drama, rap, and the theatrical show we deserve. Poster
Latexfauna
An indie-pop band with atmospheric music about youth, love and nostalgia. Their songs are easily recognizable by their style - lo-fi, synth, a bit of disco and funk. They skillfully combine humor with sentimentality, and their performances are almost like a summer festival, even when they take place indoors. Schedule
Lely45
One of the main characters of the underground scene 2025. Her style is a combination of dream pop, indie and electronica with a soft but clear feminist message. Lely45 is distinguished by her visual aesthetics, thoughtful conceptual videos and a loyal audience that grows with each release. Poster
MamaRika
A vocalist with a strong voice, known for her charisma and stage energy. Her music is a mix of funk, pop and social message. She raises topics of self-realization, female power, and everyday challenges. Her live shows are a charge of drive. Poster
Marina Krut
Bandura as an instrument of the 21st century. Marina Krut creates music where academic tradition meets original song, jazz and modern chamber aesthetics. Her voice is bright, expressive, emotionally precise. Poster
MELOVIN
A charismatic artist who combines pop and electronica with theatrical expression. His style is dark aesthetics, driving performances and bold images. After participating in Eurovision, he has maintained a strong fan base that continues to grow. Poster
MONATIK
One of the most famous artists of Ukraine. His show is always large-scale in essence, bottomless depth in sensations and lightness in perception. MONATIK maintains the position of a hitmaker, and his tours gather large halls. His style is a mix of pop, funk, R&B and electronics. Poster
WALL
A combination of digital aesthetics, electropop, and modern Ukrainian urbanism. Their lyrics are the voice of a generation growing up in the post-information era, a bridge between the past, which should not be forgotten, and the present, which should be lived in, not existed. Poster
NAME
An ensemble with a hypnotic sound. Nazva combines ethno, ambient, jazz and post-rock, creating an atmosphere of immersion in a world where music and voices are more than just sounds. Poster
Nikow
Alternative pop with cinematic depth. Nikow creates music that feels like the soundtrack to a slow-paced film about loss, love, and self-discovery. His sound is a mix of ambient, electronic, and live instruments, and his lyrics are both candid and delicate. Poster
One in a canoe
Minimalist folk with maximum emotional charge. "Alone in a Canoe" is the voice of silence that speaks louder than the noise. Their songs are diaries of inner experiences, where simple chords become the backdrop for complex feelings. Poster
Otoy
Otoy's songs are deep stories with a street vibe. In his music, Otoy raises themes of urban life, internal conflicts and social tension. His sound is a symbiosis of hip-hop, neo-soul and folk elements. Poster
Okean Elzy
The most famous Ukrainian rock band that needs no introduction. Their music is the soul of Ukraine. ""OE"" songs have become a soundtrack for several generations of Ukrainians. Their stage is always a great show, combining light, sound and deep emotionality. Poster
Parfeniuk
A melancholic artist who creates intellectual pop. In 2025, he is a favorite of urban romantics. His lyrics are about loss, the search for meaning, new sincerity and generational loneliness. Parfeniuk's music is subtle arrangements, gentle electronics and acoustics. Poster
Palindrome
The voice of the Kyiv underground. Poetry, existence and an unconventional sound. Palindrome is distinguished by deep lyrics with philosophical overtones. His performances are performances where the line between music and spoken word is blurred. Poster
Pie and Whip
A musical bard variety show at the intersection of folk, theater, and satire. "Pie and Whip" is an original song in the TikTok era, where the funny borders on the tragic, and folk tradition borders on post-irony. Poster
Phil It
Phil It is a stylish vibe, full of cheerful motifs and a feeling that everything will be fine. Their tracks are heard at summer parties, in cars and on the radio, and their live performances are a charge of energy without pathos. Poster
Shumei
Gentle lyrics, singing timbre and radio format. Their tracks reach the top of Ukrainian music charts. Shumei combine sincerity of performance with high studio quality. Poster
SKOFKA
Modern rap, street truth and TikTok hits. His style is a combination of raw sound with melody and deep personal experiences. Poster
Thekomakoma
Thekomakoma (Sergiy Silakov) writes and plays music for those who think and feel. His songs are inner monologues, electric tension, and nostalgia for the present. Poster
Tina Karol
The virgin of the Ukrainian stage. Her voice is the embodiment of strength and tenderness. Tina Karol combines academic school with pop aesthetics, creating deep and emotionally rich performances. Poster
Vivienne Mort
Dark lyrics and fragile expression. Vivienne Mort is a chamber art rock that speaks of the deep and painful in the language of beauty. Every concert is like a theatrical drama. Poster
Yaktak
A viral young artist who is firmly in the Spotify charts. His style is a modern pop aesthetic with elements of rap and lyrical confession. Yaktak has already gained popularity, but he does not stop and continues to release new and new hits both solo and in collaborations. Poster
Dial
An art-pop band that captivates the listener with its subtle emotional delivery, complex metaphorical lyrics, and exquisite sound. Their music balances on the border between the chamber scene and large festivals, and the visual aesthetics complement the atmosphere of dreaminess and tension. Poster
Zwyntar
A folk metal band that combines the mystical mood of the Ukrainian Carpathians with a modern heavy sound. Zwyntar are known for their stage costumes, shamanic approach, and participation in major festivals. Their performances are a real musical ritual. Poster
In 2025, dozens of artists will give active tours of Ukraine. Most often, concerts take place in Kyiv, Lviv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Odessa. Some performers also tour Europe.
How to buy tickets for concerts of Ukrainian artists?
- After the artist description, find the poster
- Choose a city or concert
- Click the "Buy Ticket" button
- Choose your seats (if there is a hall plan)
- Pay in a convenient way (Apple Pay, Google Pay, card)
- Receive your ticket by email
Conclusions
This material is a convenient guide to the best music in the country. We have combined cultural value with the convenience of buying tickets. Bookmark the page so you don't miss new artists and concerts.
FAQ
- What were you guided by when creating the selection?
A combination of streaming indicators, participation in media events, the presence of concert activity and the subjective assessment of the Concert.ua editorial team - Where can I see the poster?
Under each artist description there is a link to a page with all upcoming concerts. - What is the best way to buy tickets?
Through Concert.ua: convenient, fast and safe.