Classic Russian Rock

Classic Russian rock is a distinct genre that emerged in the late Soviet era, diverging significantly from Western rock traditions. Characterized by a blend of poetic lyrics, often infused with deep metaphors and socio-political commentary, and a diverse musical palette ranging from hard rock to folk influences, it reflects Russia's unique cultural and historical landscape. The genre is noted for its emotive vocal delivery and the use of both electric and acoustic instruments, creating a sound that can oscillate between the raw energy of punk and the melancholy of traditional Russian music. Bands and artists in this genre, while varied in their stylistic approach, share an authenticity and a connection to the zeitgeist of the Russian people, making classic Russian rock a powerful and resonant force within the country's music scene.

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Sanja
Album - 8 Tracks - Released March 5, 2025

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Agatha Christie
Alisa
Animal Jazz
Aquarium
Aria
Chaif
Chicherina
Grazhdanskaya Oborona
Korol i Shut
Krematorij
Linda
Louna
Lyapis Trubetskoy
Mashina Vremeni
Nautilus Pompilius
Nochnye Snaipery
Nogu Svelo!
Okean Elzy
Piknik
Slot
Smyslovye Gallyutsinatsii
Tantsy Minus
Tracktor Bowling
U-Piter
Valeriy Syutkin
Vopli Vidopliassova
Vyacheslav Butusov
[Би-2]
ДДТ
Сергей Курёхин
Стас Намин & Группа Цветы
Чиж & Co
Korol i Shut
Okean Elzy
[Би-2]
Nautilus Pompilius
ДДТ
Aria
Lyapis Trubetskoy
Agatha Christie
Grazhdanskaya Oborona
Aquarium
Mashina Vremeni
Nochnye Snaipery
Piknik
Smyslovye Gallyutsinatsii
Tantsy Minus
Чиж & Co
7B
Vopli Vidopliassova
Slot
Animal Jazz
Krematorij
Chaif
Alisa
Louna
Vyacheslav Butusov
Linda
Chicherina
Valeriy Syutkin
Стас Намин & Группа Цветы
Nogu Svelo!
Tracktor Bowling
U-Piter
Сергей Курёхин