What makes Artyom by Slava Marlow notable?

The EP quickly gained traction, with 'Снова я напиваюсь' becoming a viral hit on social media platforms like TikTok. Its candid exploration of themes like intoxication and vulnerability resonated with a younger audience, solidifying Marlow's status as an influential figure in modern Russian music. When 'Artyom' was released in October 2020, Slava Marlow was emerging as a significant voice in the Russian hip-hop scene, building on his viral success from earlier singles. This EP followed his breakout track 'Скрепы', which had garnered considerable attention and set the stage for his artistic identity.

Artyom works well if you're into quick bursts of energy, catchy hooks for sing-alongs and raw introspection in short tracks.

How many songs are on Artyom?

Artyom has 5 tracks, running approximately 9 minutes.

Released 6 years ago this October

Artyom

Slava Marlow · 2020

9 min · 5 tracks · hip-hop

A raw blend of confessional lyrics and minimalist beats that capture the chaotic spirit of contemporary Russian youth.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Снова я напиваюсь — This track captures the essence of party culture and emotional escapism, showcasing Marlow's knack for relatable storytelling through catchy hooks.
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По глазам — With its introspective lyrics, this song delves into personal connections and emotional honesty, illustrating Marlow's depth beyond surface-level themes.
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Злой — This track exemplifies Marlow's ability to convey anger and frustration, using sharp delivery over minimalist production to create a striking contrast.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

47 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The EP captures contemporary themes in Russian hip-hop with a blend of raw lyrics and minimalist production.

What we noticed

The EP opens with a skit that sets a conversational tone, followed by a shift to more structured tracks that feature rhythmic verses over minimalist beats.
The lyrics across the tracks are confessional and personal, often reflecting themes of youth struggles and emotional vulnerability.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

quick bursts of energy
catchy hooks for sing-alongs
raw introspection in short tracks
for upbeat gatherings

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
seek complex narrative structures

Where this album fits

Career context: When 'Artyom' was released in October 2020, Slava Marlow was emerging as a significant voice in the Russian hip-hop scene, building on his viral success from earlier singles. This EP followed his breakout track 'Скрепы', which had garnered considerable attention and set the stage for his artistic identity.
Stylistic neighbors: Miyagi & Andy Panda· Gone.Fludd· L'One