Hardkiss

Photo: The Hardkiss Official FB Page
‘The Hardkiss’ is a popular Ukrainian band with great potential and an ambition for international fame. Their music is both sweet and languid, with hints of hardcore, diluted with English verses. In fact, such a combination determined the name of the band. Since 2011, the duo has grown into a full rock band with two guitarists, a drummer, a keyboardist and the lead singer who is also responsible for writing lyrics and music.
Where: 119, Krasnozvezdna avenue, Concert Hall «Stereo Plaza», Kyiv
When: October 21-22, 2016.

Animals as Leaders

‘Animals as Leaders’ is an American progressive metal band from Washington, D.C. It is composed of guitarists Tosin Abasi and Javier Reyes along with drummer Matt Garstka, having been formed by Abasi in 2007. Their musical style has also been described as djent.[1] Prosthetic Records released the band's self-titled debut album in 2009. They went on to release the albums Weightless (2011) and The Joy of Motion (2014). The band does not have a vocalist; their music is entirely instrumental.
Where:  11, Shota Rustaveli street, Concert Club «SENTRUM», Kyiv.
When: October 03, 2016


Metallica cover show

Photo: Scream Inc. Official FB page
«Scream Inc» is one of the best tribute bands of the legendary band "Metallica", in Eastern Europe. The concert program will include all the best songs of the legendary band «Metallica".
The group was founded in 2008 and until the spring of 2013 it was called the «Y-axis». Each concert by «Scream Inc.» is laced with stunning energy and extreme rock drive.
Where:  11, Shota Rustaveli street, Concert Club «SENTRUM», Kyiv.
When: October 15, 2016


The 69 Eyes

‘The 69 Eyes’ is a multi-platinum selling Finnish rock band. Initially, the 69 Eyes' music style was of glam metal influenced by acts such as Mötley Crüe and Hanoi Rocks. However, they began to incorporate more influence from gothic rock bands such as The Mission, The Cult, The Sisters of Mercy and The Lords of the New Church. Their sound was described as a mix of the gloominess of gothic rock with guitar-powered rock'n'roll.[3] Their music continued to show further influence from other rock artists such as The Doors, Elvis Presley, and Billy Idol as well as vampire films and literature.[4] The term "goth 'n roll" is used by fans to describe their style.
Where: 11, Shota Rustaveli street, Concert Club «SENTRUM», Kyiv.
When: October 12, 2016

Garou

Photo: Garou Official FB page
Pierre Garand, known by his stage name Garou, is a French Canadian singer from Sherbrooke, Quebec. He is known for his work in the musical Notre-Dame de Paris and the No. 1 hits "Belle", "Seul", "Sous le vent", and "La Rivière de notre enfance».
Where: 103, Velyka Vasylkivska street, Concert Hall «Ukraina», Kyiv
When: October 13, 2016

Erik Truffaz

Erik Truffaz is a French jazz trumpeter, infusing elements of hip hop, rock and roll and dance music into his compositions. Truffaz gained international attention with his second album on Blue Note, The Dawn, produced together with Patrick Muller, Marcello Giuliani and Mark Erbetta. Since then they have produced many Blue Note albums together such as Bending New Corners, which became a Silver Album in France. The 2007 release Arkhangelsk is a mixture of pop songs, French chanson, and jazz-groove. In 2007 he and Ed Harcourt appeared in a Take-Away Show video session shot by Vincent Moon.
Where: 11, Shota Rustaveli street, Concert Club «SENTRUM», Kyiv.
When: October 21, 2016

Orphaned Land

Photo: Orphand Land Official FB page
‘Orphaned Land’ is an Israeli progressive metal/folk metal band, formed in 1991 under the name Resurrection, that combines Jewish, Arabic, and other West Asian influences. They are considered 'The pioneers of Oriental Metal’.
Where: 112, Peremogy Avenue, Concert Hall «Bingo», Kyiv.
When: October 28, 2016.

Read: Autumn 2016 Music Festivals in Ukraine
The fall concert season in Kyiv brings bands and musicians of various genres and kinds. «Destinations» rounded up top October 2016 concerts in Kyiv.