ARIA

ARIA is the most influential heavy metal band in russia, founded in moscow in 1985. Often described as the russian IRON MAIDEN, they built the foundation of the domestic metal scene through anthemic, NWOBHM-influenced heavy metal delivered in the russian language. Their discography spans four decades and encompasses war epics, historical narratives, religious questioning, and biker mythology. Currently on M2BA, ARIA are a national institution whose concerts regularly fill large venues across the former Soviet space.