I’ve recently discovered those on YT and can’t stop listening. Some of them I remember from my childhood, some are from films or even cartoons, many were completely new to me. I’m so happy to see positive reactions in comments, clearly a lot of Soviet music stood the test of time and still resonates with people around the world. It’s so refreshing to hear many different languages, some I speak or can at least recognise, and some I can’t place at all. I love how while clearly Western-influenced, the music sounds distinct and unique, using a lot of folk elements and harmonies native to various Soviet block peoples. Enjoy!
Bonus: here are 11 radio mixes by Funked Up East, thank you for the suggestion OrnluWolfjarl!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFJObiSSwr4&list=TLGGWmTjzJxF8jsyODAxMjAyNQ
There’s a few good channels dedicated to preserving Soviet music. Check Funked Up East if you are into electronic, jazz or funk.
This is amazing, thank you comrade!
I added their radio sets to the post. :)
I found a YouTube link in your post. Here are links to the same video on alternative frontends that protect your privacy: