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The Sound of Russian Chanson

“The Sound of Russian Chanson” is a dive into the raw, often sentimental world of Russian popular music that blends urban folklore with everyday storytelling. This playlist brings together gritty ballads, emotional duets, and streetwise anthems from genre mainstays like Mikhail Krug, Irina Krug, and Lesopoval, alongside contemporary voices like Sergey Sukhachev and Lyubov Shepilova. With tracks like "Фраер," "Шмон," and "Ни гвоздя, ни жезла," it captures familiar themes of love, fate, hardship, and loyalty that define the chanson tradition.

Blending dramatic lyricism with melodies drawn from Russian folk, pop, and even prison song traditions, the playlist takes listeners through late-night barrooms, long country roads, and quiet moments of personal reflection. Whether it’s the direct sentiment of “Ты наливай мне коньяка” or the nostalgic pull of “Белая Берёза,” there’s a steady thread of intimate storytelling and real-life emotion throughout. It’s a soundtrack for those who appreciate music with a little edge and a lot of heart.

Lyubov Shepilova 5 tracks
Irina Krug 3 tracks
Александр Вестов 3 tracks
Lesopoval 3 tracks
Андрей Шпехт 3 tracks
Sergey Lyubavin 3 tracks
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