Leonid Rudenko is the only Russian musician who immediately entered almost all European dance charts in 2006/2007: 9th place in the Dutch hit parade, 12th in France (Highest new entry - the most successful start), 8th in the American dance chart and 65th place in the ranking of the most popular songs in Germany (by rotation in clubs). Leonid's tracks are licensed in 10 countries and receive support from the most authoritative representatives of the industry. Leonid is the only Russian musician whose copyrights are monitored by Europe's largest company Talpa Music, which also represents the interests of such artists as David Guetta, Faithless, Bob Marley, etc.

Leonid works with the largest labels in Europe in the field of dance music: Kontor/Egoiste, Cyber, Happy Music, Blanco y Negro, Time Records Italy, Fektive, Nervous USA, Quake Japan. Leonid Rudenko's tracks are included in more than 20 compilations around the world, by such companies as Sony-BMG, Ministry of Sound UK, PIAS, Universal, etc. Leonid's singles are in rotation on BBC Radio 1 (LR - Stardisease was included in the list of the best tracks 2006 aired last Saturday on the BBC), Galaxy FM UK (Leonid Rudenko feat. Vicky Fee - Real Life was named as one of the most important songs of the coming summer) as well as on many other radio stations around the world.

Leonid Rudenko is the only musician from Russia who has worked with the most authoritative and respected vocalists in his field. A track is being prepared for release together with the dance diva of England - Shena. She has more than 20 songs in the UK Top 10, including world hits Junior Jack ft Shena - Stupidisco, Michael Gray - The Weekend, De Souza - Guilty. Moreover, Leonid recorded a song with a singer from London, Kay Jay, whose voice can be heard in the song Seamus Haji - Last night the dj saved my life, released on Universal UK, which is storming all the world's hit parades.

The first single together with American vocalist Leonid Rudenko feat. Daniella – Summerfish, was released in the summer of 2006 in Holland, France and Japan. In France, the track was released 2 times on the Cyber ​​(Royal Flush) label, where such stars as Junior Jack are published. In total, more than 5,000 records were sold (Vinyl 12”). In the largest online store selling mp3 beatport.com (the largest store in the field of dance music, analogous to I-tunes in the pop industry), Summerfish remained in 1st place for more than a month in overall sales, and did not leave the Top 10 for several more weeks. Thus the song became the most legally sold vocal and dance track of the summer of 2006 (about 5000-6000 mp3s were sold).

On June 1, 2007, the large American company Nervous from New York (which licenses most of the mainstream dance music from Europe, including the hit Mason vs. Princess superstar - perfect exceeder and Supafly - moving too fast) releases Maxi Cd Single Summerfish (10 tracks). The track gets 1st place in rotation on the largest dance radio in America (analogous to Russian DI.FM and Energy), and appears in rotation throughout the country. The radio receives more than 400 orders per day.

Leonid Rudenko – Summerfish is included in the compilation Tiesto – In search of sunrise.

Leonid's tracks enjoy constant support from leading Russian Djs: Grad, Kolya, Kiriloff (Radio Maximum), Pimenov. Moreover, Leonid Rudenko - Real Life made their remixes Grad, Dj Kolya, Agent Smith, which can be regularly heard on the air of their show on Dynamite FM.

Leonid Rudenko – Real Life opens the official collection of FortDance 2007 (Mixed by Grad).

In Germany, the rights are held by Kontor/Egoiste. Kontor, owned by Universal, handles such artists as ATB, Supermode, Michael Gray.

In France, the release rights are owned by Happy Music, whose portfolio includes artists such as Deep Dish, Eric Prydz, Freemasons, Michael Gray and Fedde le grand (author of No. 1 UK Chart – Put Your Hands Up For Detroit)

Each single is released with a large number of remixes from famous Western producers: Mischa Daniels, Ben Macklin, JS 16 (one of bombfunk mc's producers). In particular, the new single Big Boss will be released with a remix from one of the most popular producers in Europe - Thomas Gold. Thus, Leonid Rudenko occupies the niche that is occupied in Europe by David Guetta and Bob Sinclar, whose works are successfully heard both in clubs and on the radio and TV.

People first started talking about this person in 2008. Russia has recognized a new musician, a lover of electronic music, and a DJ. His first singles were received with a bang, but few people know that he began conquering the musical Olympus long before his creative recognition in our country. However, first things first.

This man's name is Leonid Rudenko. The DJ's biography is in our article.

Love for music since childhood

The future conqueror of nightclubs was born in 1985 in Moscow. Leonid began to get involved in music from a young age. Moreover, according to his admission, completely different. He liked many performers. Among his favorites were Bogdan Titomir and foreign pop stars - Prodigy and Chemical Brothers. Later, the young man would discover new styles: techno, house, ambient and trance, for which he would develop a special love for many years to come. At this time, musician Leonid Rudenko will appear. His biography includes many interesting facts, which we will learn about later.

Long road to recognition

How did the musician’s creative path begin? As he himself recalls, at the age of 20, Leonid understood perfectly well that he was unlikely to be able to quickly get to the top. But he did not give up. Demo recordings, covers, and remixes became the first compositions that he sent en masse to recording studios in the hope that at least someone would pay attention. But there was no answer. Then the enterprising musician chooses a different path. Leonid Rudenko, whose biography knows many victories, sends recordings to producers of Western companies. And almost immediately he receives an answer: Paul van Dyk’s manager offers Rudenko the first contract in his life.

Let's conquer the West first!

According to the contract, Leonid creates four tracks and a new arrangement of one of van Dyke’s songs. The written tracks enter the charts in the Netherlands. Musicians from Holland, Great Britain and Denmark are ready to meet Rudenko. A Belgian label that produces local artists is offering a new contract. Nightclubs and music festivals are waiting for new arrangements from Rudenko. The world will finally know what DJ Leonid Rudenko is like. The biography of this man and his debut solo compositions become known in many countries in which he receives recognition.

Summer motives in debut singles

Summerfish becomes the first composition recorded in the period 2005-2006. Its release took place in Holland, so it can rightly be said that this country became the first state to provide the opportunity for a musician to express himself. Then Japan and France followed the same example, where Summerfish successfully took root. According to general estimates, the circulation of this single exceeded 6,000 copies. It became the top seller in 2006.

A year later, the track is released in America. It is being promoted by the Nervous studio. One of the largest dance radio stations is very pleased to take Summerfish into rotation.

The conquest of Russia began with the release of the song Destination in 2008 and the simultaneous release of a video clip. The song successfully topped the first lines of the domestic charts. As soon as the single reached listeners, Leonid Rudenko became the object of increased attention. The biography and personal life of the musician are the most discussed topics among his fans. Leonid acquires his own fan club and constantly feels the support of fans.

The track Everybody, which appeared after Destination after a short period of time, goes beyond the borders of our country. In particular, it was especially loved in England, ranking at number 24 on the UK Singles Chart.

Russian citizen

By 2009, the musician finally received recognition in Russia. This is facilitated by the release of the first and so far only album. The record was called Album. It included 11 compositions. The disc took fifth place in domestic rotation. The overall success of the album indicated low sales. Contrary to expectations, the Album did not reach gold status, not even selling 50 thousand copies. Critics' ratings made the situation worse. In their opinion, the disc is not of particular value, and if Rudenko’s previous success spoke of him as a promising musician, now his bar has dropped significantly. In 2014, the musician became the guest of honor at the opening of the Sochi Olympic Games.

Failure only spurred Leonid on. The DJ is not going to stop there. Leonid Rudenko, whose biography is full of interesting facts from life and creativity, is still doing what he loves. The public loves him and is waiting for new hits. And this, you see, is the most important thing.

Childhood and family of Leonid Rudenko

A native Muscovite, Leonid Rudenko devoted himself to music from the age of 12. The young man quickly achieved amazing results. Here we must pay tribute not only to his talent, but also to the passion with which he relates to music and hard work.

Inspired by Bogdan Titomir, Prodigy and Radio Station 106.8, he began sending his musical demo samples to Russian record companies.

Not getting the desired result, Leonid sent his compositions via email to managers working in Western companies. Paul van Dyk's manager was the first to respond. Rudenko wrote a remix of his composition and created four tracks.

This made it possible to convey the work of the novice DJ to the musical circles of England, Holland and Denmark. His tracks appeared in the Netherlands Armada Music and BlackHole. And one of the largest labels in Belgium offered the musician a contract, which Leonid signed with pleasure, anticipating future victories.

Career of DJ Leonid Rudenko

Leonid Rudenko managed to do something that no one had achieved before. He is the only Russian musician who simultaneously took positions in all European dance charts in 2006-2007.

None of the Russian musicians can boast that the large European company Talpa Music monitors their copyrights. And Leonid Rudenko can, along with such celebrities as Faithless, Bob Marley, David Guetta.

The first joint popular single was recorded with an American vocalist. Leonid Rudenko feat. Daniella – Summerfish was heard in France, Japan and Holland in the summer of 2006. In France, the composition was released twice on the Cyber ​​(Royal Flush) label. The label deals with publications of such stars as Junior Jack and others.

A`Studio & DJ Leonid Rudenko - Charging

The total number of vinyl records sold was 5,000. Summerfish held the sales lead for more than a month, and remained among the top ten most popular hits for several more weeks. As a result, the song became known as the best-selling legal track of the vocal-dance music genre of the summer of 2006.

Summerfish also takes the place of the leader in rotation on the largest American dance radio. In Russia, its analogues can be called DI.FM and Energy. In one day, the radio receives more than 400 orders.

Tracks created by Leonid have the support of leading Russian Djs: Grad, Kiriloff (Radio Maximum), Kolya, Pimenov, etc. Dynamit FM regularly airs shows in which you can hear remixes of Grad, Dj Kolya, Agent Smith created by Leonid Rudenko - Real Life.

Leonid Rudenko achieved worldwide fame. His tracks are played by the world's most famous Djs: Paul van Dyk, Tiesto, Judge Jules, PeteTong, Eric Morillo. Each new single comes with a huge number of remixes from recognized Western producers: BenMacklin, Mischa Daniels, etc.

Leonid Rudenko is among such European celebrities as David Guetta and Bob Sincla, whose works are desired and loved by the club public, and are also popular on radio and TV.

Leonid Rudenko Feat Nicco - Destination

Summerfish, Everybody and Destination have long been the most famous and beloved compositions of the best radio stations in Russia. And not everyone knows that their author is Leonid Rudenko. Critics and connoisseurs of modern music consider Leonid to be that rare and unique performer who predetermines the future development of the music industry.

Quite often, representatives of the media ask questions regarding his fame in Russia. After all, they don’t really know him at home. They love melodies, but few people know the author. The musician calmly reacts to this fact. He believes that if a person is popular and famous in the West, then in Russia they will definitely know about him. But if it’s the other way around, then it’s still unknown how it will turn out.

Leonid Rudenko, a world celebrity, is distinguished by his simplicity and friendly disposition. He is a pleasant conversationalist and a handsome young man. He willingly communicates with journalists and colleagues, if time permits, because most of his life is spent in the sky, on air travel between countries.

Personal life of Leonid Rudenko

Leonid Rudenko has a surprisingly charming smile, a little sly. Any beauty can fall under her charm. However, the successful musician is in no hurry with his personal life.

Or rather, his heart is occupied with what he loves. And there is simply not enough time for personal happiness yet. A successful man is always very busy, and the search for his beloved is postponed until later. But, as Leonid says, the work is also a favorite one.

Secrets of the soul

There is something hidden in the life of Leonid Rudenko that he does not like to remember. At a time when the DJ was not yet rich and famous, he had a muse, beloved and dear. However, she did not want to share her workday with him and left for a wealthier and more famous married man.

Leonid achieved stellar heights through hard work and talent. Both money and fame appeared. The muse wanted to return. But the artist did not accept her. It is not in his rules to betray himself, and he does not forgive those who once betrayed him.

The DJ dreams of living with his future family outside the city. The wife must certainly be caring and very careful.

Hobbies and small weaknesses

Leonid loves cars. He collects a collection of cars of various brands.

The artist is a night owl by nature and loves to sleep late.

Leonid Rudenko's big dream

Leonid Rudenko wants to become like Paul van Dyck. And there is every reason to believe that his dream will come true. And not only. He will be better. Such personalities are born rarely and are never repeated.

There is controversy about DJ Leonid Rudenko. Are there many DJs who could say that about themselves? Press releases call his success in the West the third breakthrough of Russian pop music after PPK and Tatu. And Leonid himself is gradually becoming a pop star in Russia itself.

Rudenko’s successes in the dance world are truly impressive compared to other Russian DJs. The composition Leonid Rudenko - Summerfish was in the Top 30 Dance Air Play in the USA and in the Top 100 downloads on iTunes and beatport.com for several weeks (including first place). His tracks are licensed in 15 countries around the world by such giants as Sony BMG or Ministry Of Sound.

But the real breakthrough in both Russian and international charts came with the release of the track Everybody in February 2009, the same press releases report. It was released in more than 30 countries around the world, hit the Top 40 UK, and the video for Everybody is played on many TV channels around the world. Leonid's tracks are played by all the most authoritative DJs in the world: Tiesto, Judge Jules, Eric Morillo, Pete Tong, Paul van Dyk, etc.

Recognition in Russia also followed, if you can call it such an invitation as a special guest to the Muz-TV award - 2009. Which, however, allowed the ambitious artist to write on his MySpace: “Having made a name for himself in Russia, Leonid Rudenko is now making plans to conquer the rest Europe".

So where did this elusive Rudenko make a name for himself? Is the artist being dark? Chaskor music columnist Guru Ken talks about this with the same Leonid Rudenko.

- This is true? Is your Everybody video really playing in many countries around the world?

Right up until when we came to work and at the same time relax in Turkey, our video was also playing in the hotel there... I managed to become not only a local character. And these are not unfounded statements, but facts. And when I communicate with our Western-oriented artists, for example with Sergei Lazarev, they understand what it is, we speak the same language.

The music I make is difficult to play live. You can hire session musicians and add instruments, but the bulk of the music is made on computers. That's why I act as a DJ. Igor Krutoy plays the piano at his concerts, but it’s not easy for me to play my plans on the keys. I didn’t invent this technology; it existed long before me.

- What is the difference between Rudenko the DJ and Rudenko the composer?

All the music of Leonid Rudenko, which is heard on the radio and on TV, was written entirely by me.

In Moscow, a certain Soviet club format has been formed, which includes remixes of Russian songs interspersed with popular hits heard on the radio. Things are a little better in the regions. Few people in Moscow know about real club music. I'm not talking about club music as a niche product. What about music to which people openly dance, rather than stand or sit with cocktails? You have to dance to this kind of music, it’s not called dance music for nothing.

Dance music has little in common with radio music. Although there are successful experiments with radium fate, for example Chemical Brothers. But in general, artists like David Guetta are completely different - as DJs and as radio musicians. It’s impossible to create a set list only from your own compositions, but my compositions are the stoppers that people come to my performances for.

- Do you ever sing at your DJ sets?

Everything in my songs was invented by me, except that I don’t sing and I have co-authors on the lyrics. I heard myself, my voice, and it seems to me that this is not my talent. I don’t know if I’m a talented person, but singing is not my strong point. People should do what they are good at.

Right after our meeting, I'm going to start recording a new song. Contrary to rumors, I do not write for multi-million dollar studios. Everything is recorded in Moscow.

- Do you invite session vocalists to your concerts?

No, vocalists participate in my concerts in exceptional cases, when there are big concerts like the “Olympic” at the Muz-TV awards or grand open venues. Usually my tours are a two-hour DJ set.

- Does the laptop sing for the vocalists?

Have you been to clubs? Does anyone sing in clubs?

- Katya Chekhova sings.

Here's which side to turn. Let's take the songs of David Guetta. It's always a duet between Guetta and a guest star, like Willis. And now Guetta plays sets for 200 thousand people. He's alone on stage. If Chris Willis gave a concert, Willis would sing, and Guetta's music would come from the laptop.

In my situation, the key figure who accumulates all musical processes is me, Rudenko. Therefore, in the vast majority of cases I travel alone, like a DJ.

- So at your concerts, those songs that are played on the radio are played from a recorded disc?

I guess, yes.

- But what prevents you from bringing a guest vocalist with you and doing a full-fledged concert?

Firstly, this is the specificity of DJ tours, it’s customary. Secondly, foreign singers sing with me, they simply will not go on tour with me in Russia. I have Americans, British, etc. singing. It is simply not economically profitable to carry them all over Russia. I can’t hire a music school student for a hundred dollars because I have international status.

- What is the proportion of live sound and pre-recorded samples in your sets?

You are asking the question in such an unprofessional manner because you are not in the know. Everything you hear in the songs was played by my hands. But that doesn't mean I play everything live. I only have two hands, but eight parts are played at the same time: guitar, bass, pad, drums... You can’t play them with two hands. Therefore, my music is studio in nature.

- So you always perform under plywood? And at the Muz-TV awards there was also a performance under plywood?

Why do you think so?

- You talk about it yourself.

Why do you think so? Listen carefully to the radio version and what was played at the awards. In one place an a cappella appeared, the parts were swapped.

-Have you played this live?

Watch the recording. I have equipment there, CD players... You shouldn’t expect such a live sound from this kind of performance as a symphony orchestra. Do you understand?

- Okay, I'm not waiting anymore. On what basis do you choose vocalists?

Based on the way she sings. When I make songs, I have an idea of ​​how I want them to sound. And I am embodying what was playing in my head. If I want Britney Spears to have the same vocals on Everybody, I look for them. And I found it.

- Why don’t other famous DJs write their own songs?

Few people write their own songs. And this is the situation on a global scale. But on the other hand, most world-famous DJs write their own songs. Among those who attract hundreds of thousands of people to their performances, everyone writes their own songs.

No matter how much you disdain DJs, show me other artists who can collect hundreds of thousands and millions for their concerts. Show us artists who can keep this audience enthralled for hours, making people clap, squeal, and dance. Not many pop artists can do this.

DJs are also part of the culture. If their songs began to be played on the radio, this indicates that they have become a full part of the global music industry.

- Musicians don’t like DJs because they think they just play other people’s records.

But such DJs will not attract hundreds of thousands of people. People will only come to those whose songs they know and want to listen to.

- Do you use songs as a catalyst for success?

I write songs because I love music. I love doing what I do. I don't write songs to become a star. I've loved songs since childhood. When, at the age of 10, my parents gave me my first computer, I immediately began to learn from my friends how music was written on it. I absorbed the first wave of electronic music - The Prodigy, Scooter, Chemical Brothers...

- You haven’t listened to Russian pop music at all, it turns out?

Yes, she completely passed me by. In fact, now many hits are the same electronic music as my Everybody. But if there is a person standing there with a microphone, then it is considered pop music. And if DJ Rudenko is behind the turntables and spins his songs, then this is considered electronic music.

- Could you give up DJ sets and just write music?

I don't consider both of these activities to be mutually exclusive. If 3.5 thousand people come to my sets and they like it, I myself get great pleasure. This is a much greater release of emotions than sitting at home and listening to your songs being played on the radio.

There are producers who compose music and then send bands to perform with their music. I couldn't do that.

- How did a simple Russian guy manage to break through the wall that prevents Russian musicians from advancing in the West? Did you have any blat? Rich dad?

I didn't break through any walls. And I didn’t make any plans. This was the only possible continuation of my career. I initially thought of my career in this way. I liked Western music, because electronic music was invented there. I listened to foreign DJs and tried to do the same. Some things worked, some didn’t. I knew where to go and where this music was being received. In-depth study of the English language helped me a lot.

It just so happens that we don’t have prophets in our country. The big industry is there, abroad. And the only opportunity to express yourself is there too. Otherwise, you can drive around the cities and towns of our homeland for decades - and no one will know about you.

- How it all began? Have you sent your songs to labels?

Yes, I did that. At first I sent CDs, then I started writing emails. And they didn’t answer me for many years! I wasn’t upset and reasoned like this: since they didn’t answer, it means I sent a low-quality track. So I have to do better.

- And when did the first result appear?

Around 2005, my instrumental song was broadcast on BBC Radio 1. It was played on the Saturday program nine times in a row, and was included in the first big collection for the whole world. Then several successful local songs appeared. Then several more songs ended up in different collections. Then Destination appeared...

- What pitfalls await a musician in the West?

At first I signed one of those enslaving contracts that are often offered to young musicians. The contract was for five years, but I soon got out of it. Then he signed a contract with a small Dutch company and also quickly parted ways with it. Then another contract. And then I saw the light - situations with lawyers taught me a lot. I barely fought back sometimes.

And lately I’ve been quietly writing new songs. I have a standard contract with European labels for publishing and distribution. I don't depend on anyone. I have a label in each country that handles distribution. For example, in Russia it is Ikra Music, in Spain - Universal Music, etc.

- Are you satisfied with the results of your sales in the West?

Royalty money is quite long-term money; it takes a long time to collect, at the end of the year. The reports will come next year, we'll see. It seems like it should be decent, but I won’t be able to buy a private jet.

- When can we expect a big concert from you in a decent capital hall?

I dream of taking a large hall, gathering authentic vocalists, ordering decorations, doing everything very beautifully, with ballet. Get it all on DVD. But all this is very labor-intensive and expensive. I'm not ready for this yet.

But everything is going as it should be. Sometimes it's better not to rush things.

Because when something happens, you often think how good it is that it didn’t happen a year ago, when I was not yet ready for it.

06.01.2018 |

Irina Dubtsova is one of the brightest stars of Russian show business. Her songs captivate more and more listeners every year. The popular vocalist and author of her compositions is also a wonderful mother who devotes every free minute to her son Artem.

Leonid Rudenko and Irina Dubtsova

In 2014, it became known about the singer’s relationship with the famous DJ Leonid Rudenko.

The lovers looked great with each other, appeared together at parties, and went on tour.

It was noticeable that they were united not just by love, but also by strong friendship.

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A few months later, the young man moved away from Dubtsova, and they stopped communicating.

However, at the beginning of this year, Rudenko again became close to the singer. They worked together on a video called “Moscow-Neva”.

The young people were planning a joint vacation in the Maldives, but due to his busy schedule, the DJ was unable to go with his lover and her son.

Dubtsova's husband - Roman Chernitsyn

The singer’s ex-husband is the lead singer of the famous rock band “Plasma” Roman Chernitsyn.

They met when Ira was only 16 years old, but their relationship began 2 years later.

The young man made a marriage proposal in 2004 quite spectacularly - live on the “Star Factory”. Dubtsova accepted the ring, and they got married that same year.

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The musician divorced his wife shortly after the birth of his son, and until 2011 he did not communicate with the child. Now he takes an active part in raising his son.

It is known that Roman is now married and gets along well with his ex-wife. Irina notes with pleasure that she maintained a warm relationship with Chernitsyn after the divorce.

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After breaking up with Chernitsyn, Irina met Tigran, a famous Moscow businessman and dentist by training.

However, the romance was short-lived; after two years of communication they broke up.

Son of Irina Dubtsova - Artem

At the moment, the artist has one child - son Artem, who was born in 2008.

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His father is musician Roman Chernitsyn.

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Now the boy is 9 years old, he supports his star mother in everything.

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Artem is an excellent student at school, enjoys skiing and snowboarding, and receives awards for his sporting achievements.

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The artist spends all her free time with her son. Almost the entire spring of 2017 she was with the boy in the Maldives.

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The child is prone to allergic reactions, so they left Russia during the period of active flowering of vegetation.

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The singer constantly shares fresh photos with her fans.

Singer Irina Dubtsova today

Singer, composer and experienced musician Irina Dubtsova gives many concerts, takes part in various shows, and records new tracks. Her lover Leonid Rudenko actively helps her in her work.

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Over the entire period of her career, Irina has released 12 discs and received many music awards. Fans especially remember her participation in the X-Factor project in Ukraine.

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Dubtsova mentored talented participants. In addition, her participation in the show “Exactly” was outstanding.

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Now the girl is recording a new album, participating in charity events, helping sick newborn children. Her perseverance, efficiency and desire to move forward deserve the highest praise.

Dubtsova is a singer who is incredibly popular in our country. She has won many music awards for both performance and authorship. She prefers not to talk about her personal life, focusing only on raising her child. For Irina, her son is a real pride and joy.