Recommended Russian artists: Popular international singers and singer-songwriters
Russia is a country that enjoys overwhelming support in classical and metal music.
In Japan, there isn’t much of a culture of listening to foreign music other than English and Korean, so many people may not be familiar with it, but the Russian music scene actually boasts world-class quality.
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Recommended Russian artists: Popular international singers and singer-songwriters (11–20)
МорякFEDUK
Fedok is a rapper gaining popularity in the Russian hip-hop scene.
Compared to the US and UK, Russia’s hip-hop is more musically diverse, sparking booms across many styles.
Among them, one popular trend is house rap.
Fedok is recognized as a leading figure in this house rap wave, earning props especially from younger audiences.
If you like laid-back hip-hop, be sure to check him out.
МОХOXXXYMIRON
Oksksuimayan is a rapper who represents the Russian hip-hop scene.
He is the founder of a label called Vangaband, which commands enormous support in the Russian hip-hop community, and he has released numerous hit songs to date.
While trap music is currently booming in the hip-hop scene, in his case, although he incorporates trap, he distinguishes himself by crafting a unique sound through his distinctive flow.
МолнияДима Билан
Dima Bilan is an artist from the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic of the Russian Federation who holds two honorary titles: People’s Artist and Merited Artist.
A highly accomplished performer who has competed in Eurovision twice, his songs are extremely catchy and widely popular among the public.
One of his signature tracks is “Молния” (Molniya, meaning “Lightning”).
It’s dance music that blends deep house and EDM, resulting in a stylish vibe throughout.
О ЛюбвиEMIN
Emin is a Russian artist who is also active as a businessman.
Born in Azerbaijan, he has released songs not only in Russian and English but also in Azerbaijani.
As a result, unlike straightforward Russian pop, his music incorporates Arabian elements characteristic of Azerbaijan.
While darker tones are mainstream in Russia, his works feel fresh because they blend that darkness with a distinct Arabian atmosphere.
Liki Bessmertnykh BogovARKONA
Russia is one of the countries where rock is particularly well developed.
Among its genres, symphonic metal and folk metal are especially popular.
Within Russia’s folk metal scene, the band Arkona commands overwhelming popularity.
They are known for lyrics centered on Russian folklore and Slavic paganism, as well as a musical style that features traditional Russian instruments, earning them high acclaim worldwide.
If you enjoy Celtic-style sounds, be sure to check them out.
AlexandraСергей Яковлевич Никитин
Sergei Nikitin and Tatyana Nikitina are a married couple with an unusual background: they are singers who also hold PhDs in physics.
“Alexandra” was used as the theme song for the 1980 film Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears.
Recommended Russian artists. Popular international singers and singer-songwriters (21–30)
КапканМот
MOT, an artist who enjoys immense popularity in today’s Russian music scene.
In Russia, there’s a major label called Black Star, and he’s essentially one of its flagship artists, releasing numerous hit songs to date.
Early on, he excelled at funky works, but since the 2010s he has specialized in stylish tracks like R&B and slow jams.
If you like chic melodies and production, be sure to check him out.