Eto ne lyubov... cover

Eto ne lyubov...

Kino · 1985

46 min · 14 tracks · new wave · post-punk

A haunting blend of post-punk melodies and poignant lyrics that capture the essence of Soviet youth disillusionment.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting melodies that linger
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • soviet youth disillusionment themes
  • reflective moments for solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1985, 'Eto ne lyubov...' was Kino's third studio album, following their breakthrough with '45' in 1984. At this point, the band was gaining significant traction within the Soviet rock scene, embodying the voice of a generation grappling with social constraints and existential themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Kraftwerk· Depeche Mode· The Cure

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Это не любовь 3:28
  • 2 Весна 2:00
  • 3 Уходи 4:36
  • 4 Город 3:44
  • 5 Проснись 3:31
  • 6 Рядом со мной 3:51
  • 7 Я объявляю свой дом 2:22
  • 8 Саша 3:16
  • 9 Верь мне 5:33
  • 10 Дети проходных дворов 1:46
  • 11 Музыка волн 4:10
  • 12 Разреши мне... 4:21
  • 13 Стишок 0:13
  • 14 Прохожий 3:34

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