DDT

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Russian rock as a phenomenon — born under harsh Soviet censorship and total bans, and surviving the turbulent era of perestroika in the late 1980s and early 1990s — is impossible to imagine without DDT. The band has always occupied a special niche in Russian music. Through the songs of Yuri Shevchuk and the band’s powerful performances, one can trace the history of modern Russia in all its sharp, unpredictable turns. DDT’s songs are more than just music — they are a chronicle of contemporary times, the history and soul of the nation.

The band’s musical style has undergone dramatic transformations over the years, ranging from rhythm and blues to jazz, folk, industrial, and indie music. Urgent social issues resonate in their lyrics, interwoven with philosophical reflections and lyrical depth. DDT has released dozens of popular albums and toured extensively in Russia and abroad with several major conceptual concert programs. The band is also known for its original video works, often created in collaboration with renowned directors and artists from Russia and other countries. Their music frequently appears in films. Yuri Shevchuk has published two poetry collections. The band is also actively involved in charitable work.

No matter what happens in our complex, fragile world, people everywhere can always find something essential in Shevchuk’s songs — truth, love, and hope. Perhaps this is what explains the band’s phenomenal popularity over the decades.