Alkonost is a Russian epic folk metal band formed in Naberezhnye Chelny, Tatarstan, Russia in 1995. Starting small and gradually building a local Russian fanbase, they are now known to rock fans throughout Eastern and Northern Europe. [...]
Those who have been following the Eastern European metal scene will no doubt remember a band called Pagan Reign.For those that don’t, Pagan Reign was a folk metal band from Russia that was actually one of the best bands that few knew about. [...]
Pagan Reign – The year was 1995. Orey, being influenced by metal and inspired by Russian Paganism, began composing his own original lyrics and musical arrangements. [...]
Arkona (Russian: Аркона) is a Russian pagan metal band. Their lyrics are heavily influenced by Russian folklore and Slavic mythology, and their music incorporates several traditional Russian musical instruments. [...]