In exploring 21st-century Russian culture since the Soviet Union's dissolution, one confronts a complex evolution marked by significant change and uncertainty. The period saw Russia grappling with defining itself amidst global influences, particularly from the West, which reshaped its cultural landscape.

From the 2000s onward, Russian culture increasingly leaned towards Westernization, influencing everything from fashion to entertainment and business practices. This mimicry, initially seen as a path to modernity, raised concerns about authenticity and identity loss, as Russia risked diluting its unique heritage.

Amidst this cultural assimilation, figures like Pasha Technique and Pasha Buttechno emerged as influential voices. Pasha Technique, celebrated for his lyrical prowess in rap and hip-hop, fused linguistic skill with social commentary, resonating deeply with a disillusioned generation. Meanwhile, Pasha Buttechno pushed boundaries in electronic music, blending techno with ambient and industrial sounds, asserting a Russian voice in a genre dominated by the West.

Despite differing styles, both embody authenticity and challenge societal norms, reflecting a broader cultural shift towards self-expression in Russia. Their journeys underscore the tension between global influence and local identity, shaping contemporary Russian cultural discourse.

Ultimately, figures like Technique and Buttechno serve as cultural touchstones, inspiring dialogue and redefining Russian cultural expression in a globalized world, illuminating pathways towards a nuanced understanding of Russia's place on the world stage.

*This project stands against Russian aggression in Ukraine.
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I made this track a couple of years ago. I remember seeing a couple of girls on Sauchiehall street and being really attracted to them. I had the sensation that due to my low self esteem I would be literally incapable of approaching anyone I was that attracted to. It was a strange moment. I went home and made this track. I was spending a lot of time in bed and rushing essays at the time; Sleeping through all my classes.

I'm not in a very good place in my life at the moment. I've recently started working for a gardening company in Edinburgh after coming home from getting cheated on in North Carolina in Febuary. I'm stressed and keep fucking up at work. I'm in a band also, which doesn't give me enough time to work on my own music the way I'd like. Everything in my life feels rushed and fleeting, some mad scramble. I get depressed often and wish I could cry but I never can. 

All I want to do is create great music and share it with the world the way my idols have in the past, that's all i've ever wanted. But sometimes I doubt my ability to follow in their footsteps, even though I know I'm capable. It often feels there's just an endless sea of musicians these days; infinite competition. Everyone is trying to get their head above the surface to breathe in the air of success and recognition, even if only for a moment before someone else pulls them back down and replaces them. 

I don't want to work some pointless job I don't care about for the rest of my life. I'm already drained. I'm not very smart, or confident. My ultimate nightmare is giving up. If I stopped making music I'd be nothing. Sometimes I think it would be better just to make music alone and not share it, but the act of sharing art and making a connection with the wider world is really the point of the act. I want to belong, but I don't want to be something unnatural.

I want to release ID#2 soon. I think I'm going to put a few hundred pounds behind getting it promoted. I don't really know how to do any of that stuff though. I'm tired.

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MM PREMIERES are meant to transcend the ordinary and immerse themselves in the sacred realm of music, beholding the unseen and embracing the new melodic tapestry even before it unveils itself to the world.

Operating under the evocative pseudonym, Fiesta En El Vacio, this artist masterfully summons a rich array of Latin musical influences that define her career. Here, the soulful strains of Castilian flamenco and the heartfelt ballads of Venezuela gracefully converge with the vibrant energy of new-age urban music, incorporating reggaeton rhythms and cutting-edge electronics.

Within these mesmerizing instrumentals, which challenge convention and infuse complexity into the narrative, the unyielding lyrics leave no room for compromise. This record, titled "Rosal," boldly proclaims the liberation of women, underscores the enduring battles for justice, and wages a resolute fight against a status quo that no longer serves anyone.

Today, we present the premiere of the track "Dimmi" from the album "Rosal" by Fiesta En El Vacio. "Dimmi" is not merely an impassioned outcry from the depths of the heart; it is, above all, an inspiring call to hope—a grand and benevolent initiative.
            
CREDITS :
Music, Voices, Lyrics: Luna Maria Cedrón aka @fiesta-en-el-vacio
Recording: Luna Maria Cedrón
Mix: Luca Retraite
Mastering: Manuel Duval
Artwork and Layout: Mona Chancogne
Label: @TeenageMenopause
Format: Vinyl & Digital
Release date: 22th of Sep 2023
Pre-Order here: https://teenagemenopause.bandcamp.com/album/rosal

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MM PREMIERE 008 | Fiesta En El Vacio - Dimmi [Teenage Menopause Rds]

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‘Since Buildings Seem To Whisper’ gathers sound, drawing, photography and text in a dialogue exploring the thresholds between dull routines and moments of emotional dreaming. Canvasses and rooms (waiting to be) filled with memories, presences. Moments of quiet noise and composed silence for an undisclosed ‘I’. A pirouette on a crumbling map–playful subjectivity on cold concrete.

Sounds, drawings and photographs by Benjamim Furtado
Words by Jan-Pieter ‘t Hart
Design by Tjobo Kho
Distribution by Jesse Presse
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Celebrating 5 years of Eastern Nurseries.

A communal release comprising 14 pieces of modern electronic music, “Diving Headfirst Into The Sun" marks yet another entry in an ever-growing series of Eastern Nurseries compilations, bringing together new and familiar faces to the label's roster.

Doesn't it amaze you, the way our paths crossed?

Mastered by Owen Pratt
Artwork by Tristán Alcover

Diving Headfirst Into The Sun

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