ALEKSEEV

**ALEKSEEV** (born Nikita Vladimirovich Alekseev) is a Ukrainian pop singer-songwriter known for his emotive vocals and genre-blending tracks that mix pop, electronic, and rock elements. Hailing from Kyiv, he first gained major attention in 2014 after competing on *X-Factor Ukraine*, but his career skyrocketed with the 2015 release of “П'яне сонце” (“Drunken Sun”), which became a cross-border hit. His music often explores themes of love, longing, and introspection, delivered with a moody, cinematic flair—evident in recent tracks like the wistful “Вальс” (“Waltz”) and the bittersweet “Назавжди” (“Forever”).

Alekseev’s stage name is a nod to his surname, and he’s built a loyal fanbase across Eastern Europe with heartfelt anthems like “Океанами стали” (“Became Oceans”) and the reflective “Як ти там” (“How Are You There”). Beyond music, he’s been vocal about supporting Ukraine during the ongoing war, even releasing updated versions of older songs as tributes to his homeland. Whether he’s crooning over pulsing synths or stripped-down piano melodies, ALEKSEEV keeps his sound fresh while staying true to his emotional core.