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Total Balalaika Show – Helsinki Concert

Leningrad Cowboys

93 min · 22 tracks · glam metal · comedy rock

A vibrant fusion of rock anthems and traditional melodies delivered with humor and theatrical flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • festive sing-alongs with friends
  • theatrical performances and humor
  • upbeat energy for celebrations
  • nostalgic covers with flair
  • varied tempo for dancing

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike playful, theatrical vibes
  • prefer serious, introspective music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Total Balalaika Show – Helsinki Concert' marked a significant moment for Leningrad Cowboys as they combined their comedic rock style with traditional Russian music on an international stage. This album followed their earlier work, showcasing their growing popularity and unique performance style that mixed humor with serious musicality.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Massacration· Hanoi Rocks

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Finlandia - Hymni 1:47
  • 2 It’s Only Rock ’n’ Roll 4:48
  • 3 Let’s Work Together 2:35
  • 4 Volga Boatmen 4:08
  • 5 Happy Together 2:50
  • 6 Yellow Submarine 3:27
  • 7 A Cossack Was Riding Beyond the Duna 3:20
  • 8 Proud Mary 2:58
  • 9 Delilah 4:29
  • 10 Katjusha 2:45
  • 11 Dancing in the Street 3:45
  • 12 Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door 6:30

Disc 2

  • 1 Oh, Field 3:06
  • 2 Sweet Home Alabama 4:47
  • 3 Kalinka 5:17
  • 4 California Girls 2:45
  • 5 Gimme All Your Lovin’ 3:33
  • 6 Those Were the Days 4:50
  • 7 Dark Eyes 4:55
  • 8 Stairway to Heaven 9:07
  • 9 Glory Hallelujah 5:22
  • 10 Just a Gigolo (I Ain’t Got Nobody) 5:43

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