“Yuzhny Dvizh” (Southern Drive): Arkany (Arcana), Crocodile Spears, Donera, Gabarit (Dimensions) at Diesel Hall, Voronezh

Voronezh’s Diesel Hall on April 30 became a magnet for all fans of punk rock, metal, and simply good music and a vibrant show.

The evening was opened by the Novovoronezh band Arkany (Arcana), who introduced their new vocalist and a new track recorded on the label. Right after them, Voronezh’s Crocodile Spears burst in with energetic power—a large ensemble with absolutely crazy tracks! Then we were treated to the Saint Petersburg band Donera (lit. “BC”), fronted by a stunning vocalist. After them, their fellow St. Petersburg band Gabarit (Dimensions) took the stage with soul-piercing tracks. The evening concluded with performances by headliner Bez B (Without B) and the band Roman Malov, creating a unique atmosphere for everyone in attendance.

I was accompanying Arkany and stayed with them at the venue until it was time to leave, so unfortunately I missed the finale. That’s why I’ll share a few shots from the first half of this fiery rock night: