Since the invasion of Ukraine 🇺🇦, the vast majority of international artists have boycotted Russia 🚫. However, not everyone joined the cultural blockade. Here are the Top 5 Western metal bands that decided to perform in Moscow anyway, ignoring the global sanctions 🌍.
The List:
Warhammer 🎸 — Moscow, Gorod Club | 🗓️ Dec 5, 2024
Ektomorf 🤘 — Moscow, 1930 Club | 🗓️ May 14, 2025
As I Lay Dying 🇺🇸 — Moscow, VK Stadium | 🗓️ Oct 30, 2025
Sadist 🇮🇹 — Moscow, Svoboda Concert Hall | 🗓️ Nov 7, 2025
Celeste (FR) 🇫🇷 — Nizhny Novgorod | 🗓️ May 21, 2025
Bridging the gap or ignoring reality? Let us know in the comments! 💬
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