Russia has prohibited music from OG Buda and Platina

In a recent decision, the Presnensky District Court of Moscow has banned the distribution of five songs by the popular Russian band "Leningrad" in Russia. The court's ruling restricts the distribution of the disputed tracks, which include "Actress", "On the Trapeze", and "Gang Outro", among others.

The court's decision was based on the presence of "covert persuasive techniques" in the lyrics, promoting drugs, immoral behavior, and justifying terrorism. Unlike the earlier ban on songs by OG Buda and Platinum, the reasons for the ban on "Leningrad's" songs are different.

The initiative for the check on the songs came from Roskomnadzor, which received citizens' complaints about their content. The court agreed with the prosecution's arguments regarding the banned songs by "Leningrad".

The news about the ban on songs by "Leningrad" was reported by TASS, but the court did not specify which exact songs by the group were banned, apart from the mentioned tracks. The court press service noted that the lyrics contain elements promoting narcotic substances and justifying terrorist activities.

Interestingly, the decision to ban the songs was not initiated by Roskomnadzor, unlike the earlier ban on OG Buda and Platinum's songs. Instead, the court's decision was a separate ruling.

It's important to note that the news about the ban on songs by "Leningrad" was not reported by TASS in this specific paragraph. However, the court's decision was announced by the court's press service.

The court has also banned five additional songs by the group "Leningrad" in Russia. The ruling was announced on August 20, 2025, and the songs were banned for distribution in Russia.

This decision marks a significant move in the ongoing efforts to regulate the content of music in Russia, particularly when it comes to promoting controversial or harmful themes. As always, public discourse on these matters is encouraged to ensure a balanced and informed society.