Neil Young Announces Free Concert in Ukraine Ahead of European Tour

The iconic musician will kick off his 'Love Earth' tour with his first-ever performance in Ukraine, showing solidarity with the nation amid ongoing tensions.

• Neil Young revealed plans for a free concert in Ukraine before starting his European 'Love Earth' tour with his band, the Chrome Hearts, in June 2025.
• Specific details about the concert's date and location have not yet been announced, but it will precede the tour's official start on June 18 in Sweden.
• This will be Young's first performance in Ukraine, a country he has vocally supported since Russia's invasion in 2022.
• The announcement follows a tense meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which has drawn global attention and sparked international solidarity with Ukraine.
• Young, known for his activism, has consistently criticized Trump and continues to advocate for democracy and unity through his music and public statements.

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