Soviet Rock Compilation: A Comprehensive Track Listing
This compilation brings together some of the most influential names in the Soviet rock scene, organizing a diverse array of sounds across four distinct sides. From the poetic depth of Aquarium to the iconic energy of Kino and Alisa, this collection serves as a sonic map of a pivotal era in music history.
Key Facts
- Four Featured Artists: The collection includes works by Aquarium, Kino, Alisa, and Strange Games.
- Vinyl Exclusives: Certain tracks, such as "Rock'n'Roll is dead," "Night," and "Paper Flowers," are available only on the vinyl release.
- Diverse Sources: Tracks are drawn from multiple seminal albums including Taboo, Noch, Energy, and Metamorphoses.
- Multi-Language Appeal: The collection features original Russian titles with English translations.
Side 1: Aquarium
The first side is dedicated to Aquarium, featuring selections from the albums Taboo, The Children of December, and Radio Africa. These tracks showcase the band's eclectic approach to rock and songwriting.
- "Пепел" (Ashes) – 3:10
- "Сегодня ночью" (Tonight) – 4:36
- "Танцы на грани весны" (Dance on the edge of the spring) – 4:25
- "Жажда" (The Thirst) – 3:56
- "Сны о чём-то большем" (Dreams Of Something Bigger) – 4:20
- "Рок-н-ролл мёртв" (Rock'n'Roll is dead) – 3:27 (Vinyl exclusive)
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Side 2: Kino
Side 2 focuses on Kino, one of the most legendary bands of the era. The tracks are pulled from three different releases spanning 1984 to 1986, highlighting the band's evolution in sound and style.
- "Видели ночь ([We have] Seen the Night)" (from Noch, 1986) – 3:04
- "Фильмы (Movies)" (from Noch, 1986) – 3:32
- "Ночь (Night)" (from Noch, 1986, Vinyl exclusive) – 5:25
- "Город (City)" (from Eto Ne Lyubov..., 1985) – 3:46
- "Это — любовь (This is Love)" / "Проснись (Wake up)" (from Eto Ne Lyubov..., 1985) – 2:51
- "Троллейбус (Trolleybus)" (from Nachalnik Kamchatki, 1984) – 2:24
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Side 3: Alisa
The third side is entirely composed of songs from the album Energy. Alisa's contribution provides a cohesive listening experience, drawing from a single thematic source.
- "Экспериментатор" (Experimentor) – 4:31
- "Мы вместе" (We're together) – 2:43
- "Доктор Буги" (Dr. Boogie) – 3:49
- "Плохой Рок-н-ролл" (Bad boy) – 3:21
- "Соковыжиматель" (Juice squeezer) – 3:14
- "Ко мне" (Come to me) – 5:01
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Side 4: Strange Games
The final side features Strange Games, with tracks sourced from the albums Metamorphoses and Look at Them Both.
- "Метаморфозы" (Metamorphoses) – 2:38
- "Хоровод" (Chorovod song) – 3:21
- "А телефона нет" (No telephone) – 2:51
- "Эгоцентризм" (Egocentrism) – 4:29
- "Если ты думаешь" (If You Think) – 3:54
- "Бумажные цветы" (Paper Flowers) – 4:20 (Vinyl exclusive)
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Compilation Summary
| Side | Artist | Source Albums | Vinyl Exclusives |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aquarium | Taboo, The Children of December, Radio Africa | 1 |
| 2 | Kino | Noch, Eto Ne Lyubov..., Nachalnik Kamchatki | 1 |
| 3 | Alisa | Energy | 0 |
| 4 | Strange Games | Metamorphoses, Look at Them Both | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which tracks are only available on the vinyl release?
The vinyl-exclusive tracks are "Rock'n'Roll is dead" (Aquarium), "Night" (Kino), and "Paper Flowers" (Strange Games).
Which artist's tracks all come from a single album?
All of the tracks featured for Alisa on Side 3 are from the album Energy.
What albums contributed to the Kino section?
The Kino tracks were sourced from Noch (1986), Eto Ne Lyubov... (1985), and Nachalnik Kamchatki (1984).
How many artists are featured in this compilation?
There are four artists featured: Aquarium, Kino, Alisa, and Strange Games.
Which albums were used for the Strange Games tracks?
The tracks for Strange Games were taken from the albums Metamorphoses and Look at Them Both.