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Ты не играй со мной Galiy

Galiy (Bogdan Galiy) is a Russian singer-songwriter working in chanson and author song. He was born on February 19, 1975, in Severny near Vorkuta (Komi ASSR), and in early childhood his family moved to Lyudinovo, Kaluga Oblast, where he spent his school and youth years. After technical college, Bogdan worked in IT, but music remained the main pursuit of his life: he writes lyrics and music himself and records songs in his home studio.

His first album, Topolinaya zima, was released in 2010 — it included twelve original compositions, including the title track from 1991 and “Daleko” (1992). Since then, Galiy has regularly released new work, often co-writing with poets Anatoliy Dolginov, Yuriy Trofimov, and Nadezhda Verkina. His music resonates with listeners who value honest, unvarnished lyrics.

Galiy (Bogdan Galiy) is a Russian singer-songwriter working in chanson and author song. He was born on February 19, 1975, in Severny near Vorkuta (Komi ASSR), and in early childhood his family moved to Lyudinovo, Kaluga Oblast, where he spent his school and youth years. After technical college, Bogdan worked in IT, but music remained the main pursuit of his life: he writes lyrics and music himself and records songs in his home studio.

His first album, Topolinaya zima, was released in 2010 — it included twelve original compositions, including the title track from 1991 and “Daleko” (1992). Since then, Galiy has regularly released new work, often co-writing with poets Anatoliy Dolginov, Yuriy Trofimov, and Nadezhda Verkina. His music resonates with listeners who value honest, unvarnished lyrics.

Well-known songs include “Bessmertnyy polk,” “Voina,” “Komandirovka,” “Ya byl,” “Na pole ratnom,” and “Kartochki lyubimykh.” Streaming platforms feature the albums Izbrannoe, My speshim k lyubimym (2018), Voina (2022), and Odnokoy dushi listopad (2023). Galiy’s songs are heard at concerts, online, and on music platforms, finding an audience among fans of Russian chanson.

Bogdan Galiy’s style is lyrical, civic-minded chanson focused on memory, love, homeland, and human destinies. His voice and lyrics sound simple and direct, like a conversation with someone close. It is the music of an author who writes for his own circle, yet finds new listeners across Russia year after year.

Today’s entry into the catalog: hit play, open the lyrics or a guide — then follow related tracks from here.

Hit of the week

А колеса чух чух чух DJ KAIFAR

DJ KAIFAR, also known as Didzhey Kayfar, is a Ukrainian DJ and music producer working at the intersection of pop, disco, and dance electronics. His sound is built on bright beats, catchy melodies, and a modern delivery that works equally well in clubs, cars, and short-form social videos.

In his tracks, DJ KAIFAR combines contemporary dance production with Ukrainian motifs and a recognizable feel-good energy. He releases both original songs and remixes, focusing on rhythm, accessibility, and emotional clarity for a wide audience.

DJ KAIFAR, also known as Didzhey Kayfar, is a Ukrainian DJ and music producer working at the intersection of pop, disco, and dance electronics. His sound is built on bright beats, catchy melodies, and a modern delivery that works equally well in clubs, cars, and short-form social videos.

In his tracks, DJ KAIFAR combines contemporary dance production with Ukrainian motifs and a recognizable feel-good energy. He releases both original songs and remixes, focusing on rhythm, accessibility, and emotional clarity for a wide audience.

Notable releases include Obman, Tsyganko nagaday, Bagryane nebo, Lito, Prints, and Vezi mene layba. He frequently collaborates with vocalist Amaya Roma; their joint tracks and the Dolya EP — featuring songs such as Qartuli Disco and Kayfuyem — have significantly expanded the project’s reach.

DJ KAIFAR actively promotes his music through YouTube, TikTok, and streaming platforms, where his tracks quickly gain traction. He represents modern Ukrainian dance music — energetic, melodic, and built for everyday listening.

This week’s catalog beacon: listen to the pick, read the lines, and browse the guides — then choose your own path.

How to choose

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