AIGEL: Russian music in the Tatar language // My favorite music from Russia

[@WWarped1]

Great video. As a music lover, I'm always open to new music from all over the world. I like their sound, and I am listening to the album Piyala. Thanks.

[@amorselofrussian9356]

It's really refreshing to listen to music from everyhere in the world, isn't it? A perfect oportunity not only to get introduced to the languages and cutures, but also to try and mae a guess as to a singer's personality, to appreciate the lyrics; it's also interesting to listen to kid songs, w,especially hen you are learning the language. For example, this one: "А кто увидит нас, тот сразу ахнет=)))" kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWGukJ-fo5V6hZo

[@vincent87210]

спасибо большое Natasha! Your video was so insightful and I enjoyed very much how you used the example of Aigel's music to broaden up to the topic of Tatar culture and ethnic minorities in Russia. Super interesting. I wish Aigel will come soon to perform in Western Europe also, her music is so great! Keep up with the good work in your videos. Cheers from Belgium!

[@DoktorDevious]

Super interesting, thank you. I'm from the UK and I love learning about these topics.

[@EscudoPadraoPrata]

She makes alot of propaganda.

[@DoktorDevious]

@@EscudoPadraoPrata 🥱

[@RichPal_]

I am from Scotland and I listen to Aigel quite a lot, I am unfamiliar with song names but I really like the one with the women in the woods, came out about 2 years ago and the one with the man coming out of jail, crashing a taxi and stealing someone skateboard. I listen to a lot of Eastern European music, tbh and I must say, you really do have some fantastic music over your side of the world 🌎

[@georgegeorge7967]

Freedom to Scotland!

[@sa6oy]

I remember hearing Aigel live in Plovdiv, Bulgaria in 2022. So personal, at the same time energizing and mesmerizing experience; and one of the best acts of the music festival for me (and not for the lack of competition).

[@lindac3395]

Thank you for introducing Tartar music to me. I love all types of music, jazz, classical, classic rock, electronic, pop, blues, world music! Music is SO POWERFUL and can transform us to another place and time within a second! Take care, great video today!!! 💕❤️✌🏻

[@chrishorst1318]

Cultural music is the best, (FOLK MUSIC) as well as learning about new and different cultures. It takes an open mind to appreciate. Natasha, and her supporters have open minds. The benefits of being open minded are reaped in the form of; art appreciation and love. But these arts and literature are on the verge of being extinct; at the hands of judeo'Christian, right wing dictators. We must stop these; governmental. book burning, music hating, and right-wing conservatives of every religion and nation at any cost.

[@pauld2810]

Checking out AIGEL music right after this video...

[@mikewazvid]

Well done, Natasha. Once again you show your instinctive skills for personal journalism. You started with a report on a performance by an exile Russian musical group, and wove in observations on culture, language, politics and more, giving us insight on the plight of artists struggling with a repressive regime.

[@Konkacha]

Genuinely one of the most interesting video's I've watched on this channel on-top of all the other fantastic videos you do.

[@purrsephone2904]

Thank you for this educational video. I really enjoy learning about Russia, Tatarstan, and other places.🌲

[@rupertbare2023]

Very instructive. Thank you, Natasha. As an old man, Aigel is not my kind of music. But I strongly support the celebration and survival of ethnic minority cultures, especially languages, in any country.

[@AbdulsCycles]

Wow such an incredible music,,,, Thank you for sharing this outstanding footage! Wishing you an incredible day ahead.

[@tazaoumur]

Thank you so much for this video ❤

[@richardrawson9430]

I loved your video, a low-key masterpiece. It brightened my day at 12:23 A.M. in California.

[@michaellittler2617]

As ever, you’ve put together a thoughtful, balanced, interesting presentation. Your personal opinions are expressed with gentle humility and have become a powerful signature. I’m beginning to think that personal documentaries are where you’ll make a well-earned name for yourself.

[@katharine5606]

Thanks for educating about Tatars and the band. Very interesting!

[@scottfulps2065]

I have a dear friend who is a Tatar from Uzbekistan. She now lives in Washington, DC. Very proud of her Tatar/Uzbekistan heritage.

[@ivanmatveyev13]

She is a nationalist?

[@karstent.66]

@@ivanmatveyev13 Have you even an idea what a Nationalist really is?

[@albertabashev9563]

it is rather stupid to be very proud of anyones heritage especially of tatar/uzbek heritage (i am a tatar from Uzbekistan , by the way)

[@scottfulps2065]

@@albertabashev9563 It is never stupid to be proud of one's family or heritage...unless you are stupid or ashamed. Smarten up.

[@karstent.66]

@@albertabashev9563 Tatar and Tartaria, its story and buildings from that time - are not related? Eventhough they once lived in the same region...

[@joannunemaker6332]

I am so glad you're doing well. I enjoyed this video. 😊❤

[@iainradvan6867]

Thanks Natasha. V interesting.

[@sylviakranawetvogl1525]

Hi Natasha, so interesting!! Thank you for that😊👏

[@notkalebvaughn]

Yayy!! A new video from Natasha!! Hope you’re doing well!

[@whitecrow1949]

Thank you for continuing to expand my world. 🌎

[@marthacichon5950]

Thank you so much Natasha for this video! Somehow listening to your analysis always gives me hope this is far not the end. Things will turn out the right way ✌🏻

[@deanosaur808]

Interesting video! I was tempted to skip this one, but curiosity got the better of me. It's definitely worth watching! 🤩

[@Alltagundso]

Thank you for one more video! 😊😊

[@sasan727]

Thank you for bringing this band to attention. The song 'two weeks' gave me goosebumps when I learned about the story behind it. Their music videos are amazing.

[@Onlygloo]

Thanks for introducing us to this band. Even though this is not the kind of music I usually listen to, I fell under the charm, voice and presence of the singer. I only regret not to be able to understand what she sings, but that's just a minor inconvenience. I wish you'll soon be able to return to your hometown without any fear or concern about your safety. 🐼

[@dougsrepair1060]

When Natasha has something to say about something she feels strongly about she can speak in a way that even when the listener isn’t necessarily interested in the subject, they will hear her out, and learn something along the way. Well done.

[@chrishorst1318]

Yes this is her strength. I get so mad at all her enemies. Even more than mine own. Idk why peace, understanding, and being open minded is so difficult? "OPEN MINDS WILL DOMINATE, THE HUMAN MACHINES OF HATE"-Burton C. Bell.

[@nataliaschmelzer2469]

Natasha 😊🌹🌹 Thank you!

[@waynegouin939]

Hi again. I think music is a very important part of cultures. "Almost" every song tells a story. Music allows artists to express themselves with sound, and words. I believe it helps us to evolve, and become better humans.✌️🗽♥️

[@ReshonBryant]

Right. People be getting mad when they can't copy your style and your band member is solid too🌝🍿

[@halmati2288]

I once spoke to a politician from my area about government bans on languages. I don't remember exactly how we came up with it back then. She worked for the German government as a consultant in Azerbaijan for several years. And she then said “Yes, it always starts with banning a language”. I thought of that when I saw your clip. And - but that’s a different topic - the Russian/Soviet “tradition” of relocating people to other parts of the country, many thousands of kilometers away. I very much hope that we will soon live in a better world - although as a German in the EU I can already live in a “good” world. Kind regards from Northern Germany

[@mitchyoung93]

There are 23 or so languages that have official status in some part of the Russian Federation. Im the Ukraine only Ukrainian has official status which is kinda funny because it is relatively recently and poorly standardized and Zelensky and Syrski dont speak it very well. Tatar has not been banned nor has Tatar language education. It is just no.longer mandatory in schools.

[@mh-qq2hj]

Great job as always! I love learning about different cultures and traditions. You are a very good teacher

[@chrishorst1318]

Good comment. I had no idea what reality in Russia is truly like b4, I began seeing her videos 3 yrs ago. I have a new perspective on everything now. Sadly, though, it made me see how true what ppl in the West always say to me is: corruption in Russia has always been there. It's like how the rich v. poor in capitalism is, yet even worse...the divide, that is....just there it's government vs. the ppl, rather than class war as in capitalism in west. Both sides are wrong. And there's enough shame on every side to fill an eternity. If Vlad putin is what the west victory over communism looks like? It is safe to say that; the united states of schizer lost the cold war. At least in Ussr they had voting and changes in leadership.

[@1337Unlucky]

I really like that band too, thanks for talk about it.

[@jembexil]

I'm so happy, that you talked about Aigel. I'm also a very big fan of IC3PEAK. The only little critic of my part, is not to talk about Aigels song "Gas". I discovered Aigel with that song and I got so much tears im my eyes, because of that song. I think, it is one of the most brutal and best anti-war songs, Ive ever heard in my life. And I think, it deserve a little boost. But in every case, thank you so much for this video about Aigel. merci!

[@ronin47-ThorstenFrank]

Holy crap, you, made your Moscow video in 2019?!? 5 years ago? I´m getting old. Thanks for the shout out for Aigel!

[@withoutthegate]

Great insight. Excellent communicator!

[@SuperShikaku]

Great video about a great band, Natasha! Thank you for this, you have introduced me to a new favourite. You should also check out Shortparis (although you might have heard about them), I love their music.

[@Tiki_Media]

Thank you for sharing some nuances regarding Russian and Tatar music.

[@islammehmeov2334]

As CRAMIAN TATAR this wes really beautiful 🥲

[@LoyalEvil]

Discovered a cool band, thanks!

[@plt4415]

I'm a Tatar (from Turkey) and I love the way you stand up... We Tatars love you

[@JimScholfield]

I really appreciate your honesty and peaceful outlook Natasha. You should know that a whole lot of us recognize your courage and sadly how that compares to so many other russians.

[@gabyd5662]

Democracy and freedom

[@EscudoPadraoPrata]

She lies alot...

[@BartBart22]

What, do you think the CIA had the right to run a coupe in Kiev in 2014 in order to let the banksters and hedge fund kleptocratic steal the Donbas from Russia?

[@BartBart22]

@@gabyd5662 Very little of which and less every day is left in western so called liberal democracies.

[@ЧерныйЛебедь-н5м]

Иди поплачь.

[@gabriellagirardi4741]

Great video Natasha. Thank you for sharing 💕🪻🌷⚘️

[@mezcal187]

Interesting topic. Thank you for sharing.

[@1206anton]

I like the video very much Natasha. You are doing great. I learned a lot about the people in that part of the world I didn't even know that it existed.

[@ScarsUnseen24]

I started learning Russian 3.5 years ago. Around 3 years ago, my Russian internet friend told me about Aigel and I love them. I might see them in NYC soon.

[@newfeanor]

What I sincerely admire in you and your adventure, is how you manage the paradox of embracing what is true and cherishable in your homeland, on the other hand clearly rejecting the evils of it. And what I wish for you, that one day you might enter the country you dream about.

[@waynegouin939]

Hi Natasha. Yes, music is the universal language. And a great stress reliever. A little bit of happiness for all to enjoy. I have always loved music, it is sacred to me. Thank You for this interesting video. I love it!

[@mathedguy]

Very interesting update ! Thanks Natasha ! So nice to see and hear you !

[@2000jago]

Did you watch the video? It wasn't an "update".

[@asan1050]

Natasha's Adventures, Thanks for posting this video

[@imrebalint6809]

Interesting, enlightening video.....as usually....

[@wardtroetschel3362]

Thank you for your important and thoughtful video. 😃

[@oooohokay]

Thank you Natasha for a great video

[@ramirovego]

Incredible and interesting video. Thanks!

[@zolandia5262]

Thanks very interesting to hear something about the situation of minority languages in Russia.

[@embobineuse1]

This evening, I just talked about IC3PEAK and Aigel in our concert venue and I played Aigel in public. Just there, KZbin proposed me your video. I finished my concert now, and I looked at this video. I'm so happy, because I listen IC3PEAK and Aigel since some years and I think, they have a courage, I even cannot describe. The only thing, I missed in your video, was a talk about the song "Gas" (ГАЗ). When I saw the video and when I understood the codes (200 for "dead soldiers"), I had tears in my eyes. I saw a lot of horrible things in my life, but that song melted me totally. This song is totally underrated. But in every case, I'm totally glad, that you talked about Aigel. They are so famous now, and nobody knows their history. Thank you so much btw even today, one and a half years later, every time, I listen "Gas", I'm moved to tears.

[@Mayaaaaax]

Thank you for making a video about them. I was at their concert recently in Berlin! ^^

[@juanfrankazofeifagonzalez6583]

- Very Good Work Dear Friend...~🙂🎑🧚🏼‍♀️

[@peterrichardson4192]

Very interesting. It still baffles me how you manage to get all those pictures. And Video pictures. Excellent work Natasha..

[@leedensmore5970]

Very interesting video. Thanks Natasha!

[@harrydecker8731]

I always find your videos interesting, Natasha. I never heard of Aigel, but I see they have several videos on KZbin. I watched one that was filmed inside a tunnel. I found it surreal and the music reformative and haunting.

[@user-hp8fn1wd7t]

Paka, paka Natasha, never miss even one video.

[@dennisfitzgerald8486]

Great video Natasha, you are always very interesting, stay safe my friend.

[@PowerElectronic]

Interesting video, Natasha

[@thornshar]

Fascinating! As an American, this is an amazing window into a world I otherwise have no insight into. Thanks!

[@arthurmcgee4746]

Thanks for the good video Natasha.

[@me_and_two_cats]

Thank you, Natalia. I watched the series the boys' Word, and I remember the song from this band. Interesting movie. Good to see you interacting with your ordinance again. Keep the faith and look after yourself 😊🤟

[@TangBengYong]

Thank you for a very educational video that highlights the challenges faced by ethnic and linguistic minorities, especially in authoritarian states.

[@chrishorst1318]

I agree great comment! :)

[@sbx1720]

Thanks for recommendation. Listening to piyala. For the 25th time.

[@Ruger-h5h]

That's cool, I've been listening to the Indigenous Siberian band Otyken, there music is made up of Sib tribal instrumental sounds and throat singing.

[@lutztilker550]

Happy birthday Natasha🎉 all the best!!!

[@chrishorst1318]

When is it? How can you trust your source. I feel she has kept her personal info from public very well. And I do not blame her. I hope she gets all the privacy my life never was permitted via both government and citizens exploitation of me.

[@lutztilker550]

@@chrishorst1318 I know it from her very trustful first hand source. When you have a look on her first video years ago, you can verify it yourself.

[@lutztilker550]

@@chrishorst1318 I know it from a very trustful first hand source. And if you have a look on her older videos years ago, you can verify it yourself.

[@lutztilker550]

I know it from a very trustful first source. If you have a look on her older videos years ago, you can verify it yourself.

[@LordJinkies]

I had the impression that no one identified as Tatar anymore. I thought it Kazan culture was Tatar culture, that it had just morphed. Great video, very informative.

[@johnstevens6865]

Thanks!

[@phibian00]

Thank you for this content.

[@alexanderreintzsch5315]

Thank you very much for this video, Natasha. It made me cry at the end. You made a good point, saying that "all regions [within the Russian Federation] are colonies of Moscow." And a colony is - unfortunately - only meant to be exploited and not to be developed. There will never be a beneficial development under such conditions, neither for the people nor for the culture. I really hope that cultures survive and regain some livelihood once this nightmare of a corrupt, central government ends in Russia, though it will be hard because of all these traumatized people who had been made Gopniks.

[@blue-fj9ky]

American life long fan of rock music. Very interesting thank you for posting!

[@ayrat7410]

As a Tatar, thank you Natash! Also, you made me think about our Tatar privileges as a titular nation of our republic.

[@arttoegemann]

Thanks again Natasha, for your intelligent observations on political difficulties in your area of the world. Artists and journalists are very courageous in the face of violent tyranny.

[@irmavalkeapaa5928]

Kiitos paljon Natasha.👍👍❤❤🌹🌹

[@Sven-ErikJohansson-tn6hx]

Yuor a real russian warior, love that thing you, r doing BIGG love ❤💪🇺🇦🇫🇮🇸🇪

[@raysstlyn6346]

I wanted to take my time with this video, I'm in the music industry and I can't help you enough for sharing your perspective. Thank you ❤

[@Florida-Bob]

Very Very interesting Natasha and Thank you so much. (Florida Bob) USA.

[@vell2994]

I love your view on the history part. As a historian from Europe, this all what you said is so clear, as we learn it rational and not twisted in some country ideology

[@leonafaryna7617]

Thank you for the very useful Tatar education. You are an honest, hard worker and I appreciate you 🪺🍃🌻

[@SecretSquirrel2023]

Great stuff , articulate and important. An intelligent observation of now and an optimistic evaluation of what should be next.

[@RichPober]

Well said and well done for highlighting the oppression of freedom of expression in the RF.

[@TomHolz-e9x]

Good to hear from you again! Informative and interesting! Stay strong, don’t despair, some day you will be able to return ! Nothing lasts forever, even Putin !

[@RoyCousins]

Great video, thanks Natasha. Interesting to hear about non-Z Russian culture.

[@joe-qs1yf]

cool, interesting vlog miss Natasha.. my god u are such an idealist 😇, i worry about u living gorgia. i really hope the best for u and your friend. 😺

[@chrishorst1318]

Me too. I only learned how fascist n right wing conservative Georgia is until she moved there. I feel bad I never knew ru invaded them. And idk how the wretched leaders of Georgia think being like Russia will save them from Russia. Their medical system is almost as abysmal as Russia.

[@joe-qs1yf]

@@chrishorst1318 fukin Germany going under to fascist now too, bad times ahead

[@joe-qs1yf]

@@chrishorst1318 yea well one can be hopeful for the best. I never knew it was such a beautiful part of the world,, amazing land.

[@KaiCarver]

You rock!

[@BlaiseMonton]

🙏👌♥️ thank you, Natasha.

[@timthomson5674]

Thanks for sharing the Russian multiculturalism! Long live diversity all around the world!!!

[@brucemckean2848]

Thanks

[@filepz629]

❤️‍🔥 NATASHA ❤️‍🔥

[@mountainhobbit1]

As an older American who LOVES the WORLD beat especially talents of The Russian Federation, A big "thank "you for education on Tatars and Tatarastan. Thanks Natasha, I think I have become a fan of a new group or of Aigel. Keep up your awesome work that you do for the benefit of the world.

[@JohnDarwin7]

What separates you from other people is you stand by your principles and I respect you and love you for that.🌹❤️🌹👍🖖

[@Majesticscroopz]

going to see Aigel today in Chicago

[@ropolito1980]

I know nothing of Russian music or musicians. I like this video because I get to meet other bands and sounds. I like this band. Thanks for opening my musical horizons

[@joshyaks]

7:17 - "tracks that raise questions are completely excluded" Ah, the role of art in society: to not ask questions!

[@witsunshifrin3776]

Natasha you and your friends have a great taste in both music and other arts. a few months ago while watching your older video i paid attention to a detail where you sampled lines from a song ab out Vladivostok, so that the rhythm repeated in a fun way, a bit like a dj sampling parts of songs at a club. it's fun. keep up the interesting ways to edit things etc!!!