Russian rock was shaped by the now-classic rock bands of the late Soviet era. Operating underground and within the increasingly permissive environment of Soviet rock clubs, these bands blended Western and local influences. The artists of Russia’s “wild 90s” continued these traditions after the fall of the USSR. Some of the groups considered below had […]
Estrada is a musical style largely defined by its performance. Its stars are larger-than-life personalities who draw audiences into the show through expressive singing and direct engagement. Most often classically trained vocalists, they often have operatic ranges and typically perform songs written by professional composers and poets. Performances typically lean heavily on spectacle, with large […]
