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Russian New Music Gets a Reboot

Russia's music scene is not resting on its historical laurels.

polyphony online

Yale Russian Chorus Joins Singers Around the World

Because choirs couldn't go to a Tbilisi symposium, the world got magnificent online performances.

In Russia, ‘There’s Nothing to Hide’: A Phone Call With One of Putin’s Closest Friends

Sergei Roldugin, the godfather of Putin’s first child, explains why — and how — he bought a $20 million Stradivarius violin.

'artists for peace'

‘Don’t Give Away’ Lukashenko, Star-Studded Music Video Tells Belarus

The Russian artists in the video were quick to distance themselves from the song's pro-Lukashenko message after its release.

Madonna Says Russia Fined Her $1M for Gay Rights Speech

Russian courts denied that the ruling took place.

STREAMING MEMES

Russians Rejoice at Spotify's Arrival With Memes

Russian meme-makers haven't been able to contain their excitement over the music-streaming giant's arrival.

songs on-demand

Spotify Expands to Russia and Eastern Europe

"We welcome fans and artists in growing music markets like Russia, where streaming is being widely adopted," Spotify said.

Raving for the trophy

Russia Sends Punk-Rave Sensations Little Big to Eurovision

The choice represents a break with Russia’s reliance on more traditional pop stars in the song contest.

Zaryadye Concert Hall - Modern Beauty

This concert hall in Zaryadye park is definitely worth a visit! The modern design is very impressive, bright, comfortable and has great acoustics.

16-Year-Old Russian Artist Lands Vogue Cover With Billie Eilish Drawing

Eilish herself reportedly hand-selected Nastya Kovtun, who hails from the central Russian city of Chaykovsky, to draw her likeness.

Russians Are Listening to More Heavy Metal, Sad Music — Study

'Tis the season to be emo.

Georgian Composer Giya Kancheli Dies at 85

Kancheli wrote the soundtracks for some of the best-loved Soviet films.

51 Years Ago, a Russian Folk Song Re-Emerged at the Top of the British Charts

The song's direct influence from Russian folk was a rarity for its time.

On This Day in 1906 Dmitry Shostakovich Was Born

Shostakovich is one of the greatest Russian composers of the 20th century.

Zaryadye Concert Hall Gets New Organ

A spectacular new instrument will debut in February

On This Day Alexander Rosenbaum Was Born

Rosenbaum is one of Russia's most famous bards, or singing poets.

U.S. Pop Star Billie Eilish Debuts Russian Remix of 'Bad Guy' on Russian TV

The 17-year-old Generation Z icon recently played sold-out shows in Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Pro-Government Rap Video Smashes Russian YouTube Record With 1M Dislikes

The video for "Moscow" became one of the 30 most-disliked videos worldwide before it was taken down.

Doors of perception

Opening Eyes to Sightless Life in Moscow

Moscow’s first musical in the dark engages four out of five senses.

Russia Hosts International Military Band March-Off

Thirty orchestras from 12 countries are taking part in this year's event and competing for the audience's admiration.

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