: The duo is shown eating raw meat at Vladimir Lenin's tomb , a stark mockery of state symbols. 3. State Reaction and Censorship
: The band reported being followed by undercover officers across various provincial cities.
The song (Russian: Смерти больше нет ), released by the Russian electronic duo IC3PEAK in October 2018, is a landmark piece of modern Russian protest art. This paper explores its significance through its lyrical themes, controversial music video, and the resulting state-led censorship. 1. Lyrical Themes: Despair and Apathy
: This campaign was part of a larger 2018 movement by Russian authorities to silence popular music acts that "corrupted" youth or expressed dissent, also affecting artists like the rapper Husky . Young Russian Musicians Struggle Under Government Scrutiny