Max Barskih Draws 10,000 Fans to Launch Open Air Fest in Kyiv

Max Barskih’s Concert at VDNG

According to Главком: On June 27, Max Barskih performed at the VDNG exhibition center in Kyiv, marking the start of the nationwide Open Air Fest festival. The concert attracted approximately 10,000 attendees and featured a mix of his greatest hits alongside the debut of a new track titled "Kolye." This show carried particular weight, given the festival’s motto: "Today Makes Sense."

Before Barskih took the stage, the audience was treated to performances by artists including Sofia Nersesyan, Artem Kotenko, Ivan Lyulenov, and Kler. The entire event was accompanied by a symphony orchestra, which added a distinctive atmosphere to the evening. During the set, fans heard not only Ukrainian-language songs but also English-language tracks, such as:

• "Stomach Butterflies"
• "Sound of Bloom"

Among the hits performed were:

• "Tumany"
• "Zorepad"
• "Podruha-nich"
• "Kolyshnii"
• "Berehy"
• "Ne skladaietsia"
• "V tvoikh ochakh"

Premiere of the Song "Kolye"

The highlight of the evening was the premiere of "Kolye." Barskih co-wrote this composition with Ivan Klymenko, and the creative process took nearly a year. The music video was directed by Alan Badoev. "Kolye" was declared the official soundtrack of the show. During the performance, Barskih invited a six-year-old boy named Nazar onto the stage, attempting to sing "Kolyshnii" with him. Nazar also answered a question about a short poem with the word: "Matematyku."

An unusual incident occurred when a female fan climbed onto a metal structure not intended for spectators. Security personnel quickly removed her. The show’s partner was Sens Bank, with whom a one-year contract had been signed.

It is worth noting that Barskih recently released a new track titled "Liudyna dlia mene," and his upcoming Ukrainian-language album will include songs such as:

• "Zakokhanyi"
• "Ne skladaietsia"
• "Slozy"
• "Kolyshnii"

The Open Air Fest festival promises to continue with more musical events, allowing fans to enjoy the work of Ukrainian artists.

Barskih’s concert at VDNG marked a significant moment for the Ukrainian music scene, not only because of the large turnout but also due to the premiere of a new song that, according to the artist, holds special meaning. The Open Air Fest, which is touring across Ukraine, provides a platform for both emerging and established Ukrainian performers, helping to promote Ukrainian music and culture in today’s society.

The remarkable turnout at Max Barskih's concert highlights the immense popularity of the artist, which led to the relocation of the festival to VDNG due to overwhelming demand. This change reflects the growing enthusiasm for Barskih's music and the festival's significance in the cultural landscape of Kyiv.