Atlas Festival 2026 in Kyiv to Host Australian Duo breathe. for Their First-Ever Performance

Breathe. Set to Perform at Atlas Festival 2026

According to РБК-Україна — Lite: Despite having turned down all tour dates for 2026, the Sydney-based duo breathe.-comprised of musicians Andrew Grant and Sean Walker-will make an exception for a live show at Kyiv’s Atlas Festival 2026. The festival will continue its charitable Drone Fall project in partnership with the Come Back Alive foundation, while also launching a new campaign called Collection 150%, aimed at supporting Ukrainian military personnel.

Specializing in downtempo and electronic soul, the duo will travel from Sydney to Kyiv specifically for this performance. In their own words:

“We’re going to Ukraine because some connections need to become real-face to face, in one room, breathing the same air. For those who feel. For Ukraine-breathe.”

Festival Lineup

Atlas Festival 2026 has also announced the return of the band Boombox, alongside other acts including:

• KOLA
• SadSvit
• Kazhanna

The event will take place at Blockbuster Mall, which houses Ukraine’s largest State Emergency Service-certified shelter, ensuring attendee safety throughout the festival.

By blending music with philanthropy, Atlas Festival 2026 aims to be more than just a musical celebration-it seeks to serve as a meaningful platform for supporting Ukrainian troops through charitable initiatives. The participation of international artists like breathe. underscores global solidarity with Ukraine amid ongoing challenges. This combination of live performances and fundraising could help raise awareness about the situation in the country and channel additional resources toward both military personnel and civilians.

As the Atlas Festival 2026 prepares to welcome international artists in support of Ukraine, the city is bustling with cultural events. This May, attendees can also explore a variety of art exhibitions, live music performances, and stand-up comedy shows throughout Kyiv. For a comprehensive guide to the vibrant happenings during the May Day weekend, check out our overview of Kyiv's May celebrations.