DDT in Berlin 2025

Russian rock as a phenomenon, born under strict Soviet censorship and total bans, which survived in the crucial time of perestroika, late 80s-early 90s, cannot be imagined without the band DDT.

It has always occupied a special niche in Russian music. By the songs of Yuri Shevchuk and bright performances of his team, you can study the history of modern Russia at its steep, unpredictable turns. DDT songs are not just music, they are a chronicle of the newest time, history and soul of the country. The band's musical language has changed dramatically over the course of its existence: from rhythm and blues to jazz, folk, industrial and indie music. Acute social problems can be heard in the lyrics and notes of philosophical lyrics.

During their long creative life DDT released dozens of popular albums. They toured the country and the world with several large conceptual concert programs, in which they widely used modern multimedia technologies. The band is known for their original video works, in the creation of which famous directors and artists not only from Russia, but from different countries took part. DDT's music is often heard in movies. Yuri Shevchuk has two poetry collections out at the moment. The band is actively involved in charity work, etc.

And whatever happens in our complicated, fragile world, in Shevchuk's songs a contemporary living in any corner of the earth will always find the most important things for himself: truth, love and hope. Perhaps this explains the phenomenal popularity of the band for decades.