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Recommended Russian artists: Popular international singers and singer-songwriters

Former vocal coach specializing in Western musicRyo
With the motto “Learn the basics and enjoy putting them into practice,” I worked as a vocal coach specializing in Western music. As a teen, I questioned the idea that “Western music equals English,” and started listening to songs from around the world. Today, I devour music from over 80 countries and run a personal blog introducing tracks. I often listen to genres like nuevo flamenco, bolero, canzone, and R&B. I’ll keep updating articles daily to find the one perfect song you’re looking for!
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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

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.

This time, I’ve picked out some artists and bands that are active in Russia.

I’ve selected songs from a wide range of genres, so please try finding a favorite artist.

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Recommended Russian Artists: Popular International Singers and Singer-Songwriters (51–60)

Поживи в моей шкуреАлла Пугачева

Алла Пугачева – Поживи в моей шкуре (HD)

Поживи в моей шкуреАлла Пугачева

Alla Pugacheva is a Russian female singer known for her distinctive husky voice.

A veteran performer active since 1965, she kept releasing hit songs up until her retirement at age 60.

Her popularity was immense; including the Soviet era, her record sales are said to exceed 250 million.

Her singing voice is extremely powerful, and combined with that husky tone, she has a vibe similar to Japan’s Yuki Katsuragi.

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РоманВинтаж

Винтаж – Роман

РоманВинтаж

Vintage is a Russian pop group active since the 2000s.

Although the lineup has changed, they essentially perform as a duo centered on music producer Alexey Romanov and singer Anna Pletneva.

While Vintage’s sound is classic pop-rock, they focused on Euro-pop before their debut, and those elements can still be felt in their songs today.

They’re a very catchy duo in Russia, so be sure to check them out.

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ГЛЮК’ОZANOSTRAГлюкозa

Глюк`ozа – Nostra

ГЛЮК'ОZANOSTRAГлюкозa

Natasha Ionova is a Russian singer who also worked as a child actor.

The band centered around her is called Glukoza, and this name is also used for her solo activities.

“ГЛЮК’ОZANOSTRA” is the title track of an album released in 2004.

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ПОЧЕМУ?MORGENSHTERN

MORGENSHTERN – ПОЧЕМУ? (Official Video, 2022)

ПОЧЕМУ?MORGENSHTERN

While more and more artists are starting out as YouTubers and later making it big as musicians, Russia appears to be no exception.

Born in 1998, Morgenstern, who began as a YouTuber and is now active as a rapper and singer-songwriter, creates melodious trap that resonates with Gen Z artists in the West.

He continues to build a global presence—collaborating, for example, with fellow Gen Z rapper Lil Pump from the U.S., who was born in 2000.

If you’re interested in non-English-language music, or if you’ve only ever listened to American-made trap, now’s the time to check out Morgenstern, an artist poised to expand his reach even further.

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Recommended Russian artists. Popular international singers and singer-songwriters (61–70)

Золотой рассветСве́та

Света – Золотой рассввет (Песни спетые сердцем)

Золотой рассветСве́та

Sveta is a singer from Rostov-on-Don.

She has been composing since childhood and was once a member of a children’s choir.

“Zolotoy rassvet” is included on her debut album, “Lyubov,” which was released in 1999.

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ResuRectionPPK

PPK – Resurrection (full version).mp4

ResuRectionPPK

A group I recommend for those who want to listen to Russian trance music is PPK, which was formed in 1998.

Their single ‘ResuRection,’ released in 2001, reached number 3 on the UK Singles Chart.

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In conclusion

Listening to Russian tracks this time, many of you might have felt a sense of cohesion, right? The Russian music scene tends to have a lot of darker songs overall, and it seems that, compared to other countries, even dark tracks are more likely to become hits. If you like pieces with a gothic atmosphere or somber melodies, definitely dive deeper into the Russian music scene!