NICK NIKOLAEV
BULGARIA | Independent
Nick Nikolaev (born 1996) is a vibrant musician, drummer, and model who discovered his passion for drums at age 12.
By 13, he earned a special jury award at Sofia Drum Day 2010, and in 2013 won first place at the Rock Academy festival with his band Anekdot.
At 18, his energy and charisma earned him recognition as “most attractive drummer in playing” at the Bulgarian semi-finals of Wacken Metal Battle.
In 2017, he joined the band of Bulgarian X-Factor winner Slavin Slavchev (Julian’s Laughter), moving to Sofia, performing on national TV, and recording new music.
Since 2019, he has been the powerhouse drummer for pop/rock artist Stenli.
Known for his explosive energy and stage presence, Nick has collaborated with Jeff Scott Soto, Dino Jelusick, SEVI, Snowy Shaw, Mats Leven, and Mistheria.
He also works as a session musician and shares his passion as a drum teacher at Rock School in Sofia, inspiring the next generation.