Аркона

Russian Pagan Folk Metal Band

Аркона (Arkona) is a Russian folk/pagan metal band from Moscow, formerly known as Гиперборея. Founded in February 2002, the band cease to exist in September 2003. It was reformed in 2004 by Мария Архипова (aka Masha "Scream") with the help of musicians of Nargathrond. Their lyrics and music are strongly influenced by Russian folklore and Slavic mythology. Line-up (2018): Мария Архипова aka Masha "Scream": vocals, keyboards (since 2002) Сергей Атрашкевич aka Сергей "Lazar": guitars (since 2004) Руслан "Kniaz": bass (since 2004) Владимир Решетников aka Vladimir "Volk": wind ethnic instruments (since 2009) Former members: Koroliov Alexamder "Warlock": drums (2002 to 2003) Влад "Artist": drums (2004 to 2013) Андрей Ищенко: drums (2014 to February 2020) Евгений Князев: guitars (2002 to 2003) Илья Богатырев: guitars (2002 to 2003) Евгений Борзов: bass (2002 to 2003) Ольга Логинова: keyboards (2002 to 2003) Guest: Владимир Череповский : wind ethnic instruments (2005-2009)