Rock, Roots, Relativity, and ‘Russianness’

Slovo Journal of Slavic Languages Literatures and Cultures 2026 Open access

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Authors: Yngvar B. Steinholt
DOI: 10.33063/slovo.v65i.1150
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Abstract

But," maintains the research interviewer, "What, beyond the lyrics, are the Russian qualities of russkiy rok?" -"Dunno," replies the Russian rock legend, "Bad drumming?"

Fields of Study & Subjects

Music History and Culture Musicology and Musical Analysis Soviet and Russian History

Publication details

Journal / source
Slovo Journal of Slavic Languages Literatures and Cultures
Volume
65
Publication date
5 March 2026
Language
EN