- October 2, 2025
- 5:56 pm
- Israel
“I am a soldier
Haven’t slept for a long time, but I am fueled by masculine strength
Native land under my feet
I am a soldier
To those who came to us with a holey head
I will kick it with my bootsYo-yo-yo, let the enemy scream
In a torn mouth — they will be dust
We tear them without fear
Better than all medicinal drops
“Russian warship, go f*ck yourself!”
On October 30 in Tel Aviv, Sergey Babkin — musician, actor, and co-founder of 5’nizza — will perform. A two-hour live show with doors opening at 19:30 promises a warm, conversational atmosphere and sound that draws people to live concerts.
Sergey Babkin’s concert will take place in Tel Aviv-Yafo on October 30, 2025 at the club The Zone (a-Eizor). It starts at 20:30, featuring solo hits and 5’nizza songs.
When and where
The dates and timing are simple and convenient. Doors open at 19:30, start at 20:30, duration — about two hours. The venue is The Zone (a-Eizor), a cozy Tel Aviv club that values live sound and audience interaction.
Tickets: https://nikk.kassa.co.il/announce/83704
What will be played: familiar and new
Expect recognizable 5’nizza hits and solo tracks from different years. There will be both lyrics and drive, that very “conversational” delivery where each song is like a story. Songs will be performed in Ukrainian and Russian, adding to the emotional palette.
“Sergey Babkin’s concert is not just a setlist, it’s an exchange of energy,” say the organizers.
“When the audience breathes in sync, the music works stronger than any decorations.”
Briefly about the main thing: why this event is worth your evening
Tel Aviv loves artists who keep the audience at arm’s length. Babkin is just such an artist: here, melody, a look from the stage, and simple phrases between songs are important. And also — the sense of the moment: when the audience laughs, and a minute later — silence and goosebumps.
Biography in three strokes
Sergey Babkin was born on November 7, 1978, in Kharkiv and graduated from the University of Arts. In 2000, together with Andrey Zaporozhets, he created the duo 5’nizza, which instantly became cult. Meanwhile, Sergey released solo albums, experimenting with sound and themes.
TOP-10 songs by Sergey Babkin
- I am a soldier (I am a soldier / 2022 Version)
The main hit, without which no performance is complete. In the new version, it sounds even more powerful, with relevant meaning. - Spring (5’nizza)
A light and beloved song by many, creating a festive mood. - Jamaica (5’nizza)
A hit associated with a carefree atmosphere and freedom. - Oxygen (solo)
A lyrical composition, one of the most touching in the repertoire. - Muzasfera (2018)
A song and album that became a turning point — the first work entirely in Ukrainian. - Where would I be (2017)
A melodic Ukrainian-language song, often performed acoustically. - Flash (2020, duet with Olena Kravets)
A modern track that appealed to a young audience. - Different.Equal (2020, feat. Alina Pash, YUKO)
A hit with a social message — about equality and respect. - Birdie (2022, duet with Volodymyr Udovenko)
A song dedicated to the paramedic of the “Azov” battalion with the call sign “Birdie”. Very emotional at concerts. - 127MA (2023)
Written specifically for the Kharkiv 127th Territorial Defense Brigade. In Israel, it sounds especially strong — as the theme of war and resilience is close to the local audience.
Support for Ukraine: Sergey Babkin’s role during the war
“Russian warship – go f*ck yourself!”
From the first weeks of the full-scale Russia-Ukraine invasion, Sergey Babkin’s name became associated not only with music but also with an active civic position. His songs became a way to talk about the war and help those in the most difficult circumstances.
First steps
On April 8, 2022, the artist released the song “Dali mi sami”. All proceeds from streaming and YouTube monetization were directed to Kharkiv Children’s Clinical Hospital No. 1. This was one of the first examples of music directly turning into aid.
In the summer of 2022, he, along with colleagues, recorded the composition “We are from Ukraine”, which became a hymn of resilience and was heard not only in Ukrainian cities but also at concerts abroad.
New releases about the war
On August 19, 2022, Babkin released the maxi-single “I am a Soldier (2022 Version)” — a reworked classic of 5’nizza in three languages: Ukrainian, English, and Russian. In the fall of the same year, the song “Birdie” was released — a duet with young performer Volodymyr Udovenko. The composition was dedicated to the paramedic of the “Azov” battalion with the call sign “Birdie” and was a reaction to the tragedy in the Olenivka colony, where more than 50 Ukrainian prisoners of war died.
And in May 2023, he presented the single “127MA”, written specifically at the request of the commander of the 127th Territorial Defense Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This track instantly became a symbol of support for the defenders of Kharkiv.
Charity concerts and personal involvement
Despite the difficulties and refugee status in Germany, where the family moved in the summer of 2022, Babkin soon returned to Ukraine with concerts. In November–December 2022, he performed in Kyiv and Lviv, gave a concert for children at “Okhmatdyt”, and also for the fighters of the 127th brigade right in Kharkiv at the Architect Beketov metro station.
From the end of 2022 to the end of 2023, he held about 70 charity concerts in different countries — from Ukraine to Europe. All fees went to help volunteers and Ukrainian territorial defense.
Recognition and awards
In February 2023, during a charity tour of Ukrainian cities, Sergey and his wife received official thanks from the commander of the Kharkiv territorial defense. These awards confirmed that music in difficult times can be not only a consolation but also a real tool for supporting the army.
NAnews — Israel News: editorial view (for our audience in Israel)
NAnews — Israel News tracks cultural events that connect Israel and Ukraine. This concert is just such a case: the diaspora, the Jewish community, the common context of security and human stories. The stage in Tel Aviv, the conversational tone, songs that were heard in Jerusalem and Haifa.
We write Israel news for those who live here and keep two worlds in mind. Tel Aviv and Kharkiv, survival habits, and a stubborn desire for a normal life — all this is heard in the music if you listen carefully.
Venue atmosphere: why The Zone (a-Eizor) suits him
The club is intimate, with honest and close acoustics. The music literally “sits” in the hall, without unnecessary distance. This format is Babkin’s strong point: songs unfold when the artist hears the reaction of each row.
For whom this evening
— For those who grew up on 5’nizza and want to hear familiar tunes here in Israel.
— For those who love a warm, “intimate” concert instead of giant arenas.
— For those who value live speech from the stage, where a joke neighbors with a confession.
Evening program: mood guide
- Block of recognizable hits — so the hall immediately breathes together.
- Solo tracks — from early to recent releases.
- Small talks from the stage — that very “pause-smile” without which you can’t do.
- Emotional finale — when the audience is already singing along.
Why this is important here and now
In Israel, music is often about resilience and support. When songs are heard in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, where Ukraine is audible, it builds bridges between people. This is a conversation of the diaspora without intermediaries: about memory, about today’s concerns, and about tomorrow’s hope.
NAnews — Israel News follows such evenings because they contain the nerve of the time. Here culture and context, economy and everyday life, family and friendship meet. These are not loud words, this is an experience familiar to many of our readers.
What else to know about the musician: quick facts
— Originally from Kharkiv, he didn’t abandon acting school even in music.
— In his solo career — experimentation, but without losing melody.
— Support for volunteers and the military is part of his public biography.
— At concerts, there is often a feeling of a “home” evening in a big city.
Mini-guide to preparing for the concert
— Arrive a little earlier: the queue at the entrance usually gathers quickly.
— Bring light water and a charge of positive expectations.
— Tune in for a dialogue: here it is customary to listen to the silence between the lines.
Track guide (fan expectations)
— 5’nizza songs from the “golden” period — for shared memory.
— Ukrainian-language compositions from “Muzasfera” — for the intonation of today.
— Releases of 2022–2023 — for the meaning that doesn’t fit in one verse.
If you’re looking for a concert where you can hear the breath of the audience and the author himself — this is it. A small stage, honest sound, songs that have lived through more than one flight. Tel Aviv gets an evening with enough space for those who have been in Israel for a long time and those who have recently moved.
Practice and details
Date: Thursday, 30.10.2025 (Tel Aviv-Yafo).
Doors: 19:30. Start: 20:30. Duration: ~2 hours.
Venue: The Zone (a-Eizor) club, known for live sound and coziness.
Tickets: https://nikk.kassa.co.il/announce/83704
FAQ
Where and when will the concert take place?
In Tel Aviv-Yafo, The Zone (a-Eizor) club, on October 30, 2025. Doors 19:30, start 20:30.
What’s on the program?
Solo songs by Sergey Babkin and 5’nizza hits, presented in a warm, intimate manner.
For whom is this evening?
For fans of live sound, for the diaspora, for those who love conversation from the stage and music without unnecessary pomp.
Where to buy tickets?
Online on the event page: https://nikk.kassa.co.il/announce/83704
