Alexander Vyacheslavovich Shoua. Born on December 26, 1973 in Ochamchira (Abkhaz Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic). Russian composer and singer, member of the duet “Nepara”. Honored Artist of the Republic of South Ossetia (2014).

By nationality - Abkhazian.

Grew up in musical family. My father was a guitarist and drummer. His uncle sang excellently and played various musical instruments.

At the age of four, Alexander began to study music - he learned to play the piano. At the age of nine he became a member of the children's music group“Anban”, in which he learned vocals, as well as drums and guitar.

At the age of 13 he entered the Sukhumi Music College in the pop department.

However, the outbreak of war between Georgia and Abkhazia interfered with the plans of the Showa family. They were forced to leave their homes and move to Moscow. They had to start practically from scratch. Worked for different jobs. Alexander himself had the opportunity to be a loader in a grocery store.

Despite difficult life circumstances, he did not forget about music, to which he devoted every free minute.

His life changed dramatically when he met one of the musicians of the Aramis group. He was a backing vocalist, keyboard player and arranger in the band. Then he worked for some time as a demo vocalist in Germany under a contract with PolyGram, one of the largest in Europe record companies. He performed on the stage of the German concert venue "Globe". But he got bored with work in Cologne and returned to Moscow.

Back in 1999, he met the singer. After Showa returned to Moscow, in 2002 they created a pop duet "Nepara". Regarding the name, Victoria Talyshinskaya said: “We racked our brains for a very long time, and when you think for a long time, nothing useful comes out. There were some ideas up to “Fantasy”, but it was not close to us. And somehow our producer Oleg Nekrasov heard one of our quarrels. He laughed and said: “What kind of duo are you? You are not a couple." And suddenly it dawned on us. And they made a grammatical mistake in the title on purpose.”

Nepara - Another reason

The author of the words and music was Alexander Shoua. A year later they came out debut album"Another Family", which was certified platinum. The duo instantly became famous. Solemn and holiday concerts. Tours trips throughout Russia and abroad did not stop.

In 2006, their album “All over again” was released, and in 2009 - “Doomed/Betrothed”. The hits were the duet’s compositions “Another Reason”, “They Have Known You for a Long Time”, “God Invented You”, “Cry and See”, “Run-Run”, “In the Clouds”.

In 2012, Showa began his solo career, leaving the Nepara duet. The first song to get into rotation was “The Sun Above My Head.” Then the video “A Million Sounds” was released.

However, already in 2013, the Nepara duet reunited. “It was my decision. Vika was ready instantly, half a second of conversation was enough for her to accept my offer again,” said Alexander

The first song of the newly reconstituted duet was “A Thousand Dreams”. The group began to acquire a rich repertoire; they wrote for it not only famous composers, but also Alexander Shoua himself. Later the compositions “It doesn’t matter”, “Beloved People”, “Don’t Cry” were recorded.

In parallel with his work in the duet, he continued his solo career. In 2016, Alexander Shoua released solo album“Your Voice”, recorded in 2012-2013. The disc contains 16 songs.

Recorded a duet with singer Arthur Best.

Alexander Shoua and Arthur Best - I will steal her

In 2018, he decided to take part in the 3rd season of the show “Three Chords” on Channel One, where his competitors were Irina Apeksimova, Eva Polna, Alena Sviridova, Mariam Merabova, Anastasia Makeeva, Dmitry Pevtsov, Igor Sarukhanov, Dmitry Dyuzhev, Yaroslav Sumishevsky .

Alexander Shoua's height: 165 centimeters.

Personal life of Alexander Shoua:

In the 1990s he was married. In his first marriage, a daughter, Maya, was born.

In the 2000s, he was in a relationship with his partner in the duet “Nepara” Victoria Talyshinskaya. They admitted this in 2013. Victoria later married restaurateur Ivan Salakhov and gave birth to a daughter.

Second wife - Natalya, lawyer. In 2015, the couple had a daughter, Taisiya.

Discography of Alexander Shoua:

As part of "Nepara":

2003 - “Another Family”
2006 - “All over again”
2009 - “Doomed/Betrothed”

Collections as part of the duet "Nepara":

2009 - “Get in Touch”
2010 - “The Love That Was”
2011 - “In the Clouds”

Video clips of Alexander Shoua:

As part of "Nepara":

2002 - Another reason
2003 - They have known each other for a long time
2004 - God invented you
2006 - Cry and See
2007 - Run-Run
2011 - In the clouds
2013 - A Thousand Dreams
2014 - Doesn't matter
2015 - Favorite people
2016 - Don't cry

Solo:

2012 - A Million Sounds
2016 - What a pity
2016 - You are alone
2017 - Only you

Alexander Shoua, singer, musician, member and ideological inspirer of the Nepara duet, announced his departure from the group and the start of his own solo career.
During the ten years of its existence, “Nepara” caused a lot of rumors regarding the reasons for its creation and the relationship between the soloists. Alexander and Victoria were credited passionate romance, joint family life and even family ties. Today Alexander Shoua admits that the moment has come when even long-term joint activities are not able to keep people together. He does not deny the fact of the affair between him and Victoria, but claims that the feelings have long since become obsolete. It was Showa who initiated the departure from the team. A musician with extensive experience, Showa has long not only performed, but also written words and music. He is the author of many of the group’s hits, such as “Another Reason”, “How So”, “Fork”, “Everything Will Be” and others. And recently Alexander began work on musical arrangement full-length feature film. As the musician admits, he clearly understood that the time had come to move forward, open new doors, conquer new heights. One of which became solo project, in which he hopes to realize himself in a new way, without looking back. Alexander Shoua makes no secret of the fact that in Lately relations in the duet became increasingly tense, which also served as a definite impetus for the start of their own project. Today, his repertoire includes six full-fledged compositions and the same number are at the arrangement stage. The song “The Sun Above My Head” recently started on the music charts and a video for it is planned to be shot in the near future. Alexander Shoua does not plan to perform songs from the “Nepara” repertoire in the future. The musician of the group is Sergei Nedzelsky (drums), in official group duet in one of social networks thanked fans: " Thank you all! If it weren't for you all, this would have ended much sooner"

Guppa co strange name“Nepara” brought to the domestic pop scene an unknown and fresh genre of “songs for those over thirty,” or so.

This is a duet consisting of a thirty-year-old composer and singer Alexander Shoua and a twenty-six-year-old beauty with magnetic eyes named Vika. The group's first song, “Another Reason,” won over the audience almost instantly. It seemed that before, almost no one sang about the relationships of people who would like to, but cannot due to various social reasons, such as: another family, children, work, home, an established life. Well maybe closer to people at the age of the duet members?

The band members themselves strongly support the idea of ​​ownership

this “unpairedness” and at the same time intrigue the audience in every possible way, both by performing heartfelt songs about “other families” and by tender hugs on the booklet attached to the debut album. “We met by chance,” the artists say, “you know what happened next.” So think what you want.

As for the actual musical material, then almost all of it is worthy of all praise. The album “Another Family” was released quite recently, but in all music stores it takes pride of place on the largest shelf with the most important new releases

And. “Nepara” is being sold like hot cakes: it is a truly great album. It could have been even better if the arrangements had not used disco elements, since the music of “Nepara” itself has nothing to do with disco.

But the artists decided otherwise - their right. The important thing is that these constant disco inserts (high violin passages, light guitar, sometimes even the harmony itself) do not look like carelessness or inability to create an arrangement. They look like a conscious move by the songwriters. And if it seems to them that this is how it should be, this opinion is needed

press. Although, in my opinion, a calmer sound would be more natural for such music.

The theme of the songs is generally the same as in the title “Another Reason” - as we would like, but it is not possible. Oddly enough, I feel the effect of that theme even on my cynical and seemingly unsurprised soul. And if the problems of eighteen-year-olds have not touched me for a long time, then the problems that “Nepara” sings about, you know, have touched me. A rare fact.

There is also a very funny song on the album. This is a cover of the megahit “Boney M” “Sunny” called “Autumn”. What-

then tells me that this song is destined for a sweet and cloudless summer life.

The summary is simple. The album “Neparas” Another Family should definitely be purchased by anyone interested in Russian pop music. It's so rare now to hear something we haven't heard before. Even if this previously unheard piece is framed with hackneyed disco techniques, the melodies and lyrics of “Nepara” are worthy of all attention. Unless, of course, you are closer to thirty. I think young people are unlikely to be interested in all this. Young people simply won’t understand what we’re talking about

Biography: The group with the strange name “Nepara” brought to the domestic pop scene an unknown and fresh genre of “songs for those over thirty,” or so. “Nepara” is a duet consisting of a thirty-year-old composer and singer Alexander Shoua and a twenty-six-year-old beauty with magnetic eyes named Vika. The group's first song, “Another Reason,” won over the audience almost instantly. ...

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Biography: The group with the strange name “Nepara” brought to the domestic pop scene an unknown and fresh genre of “songs for those over thirty,” or so. “Nepara” is a duet consisting of a thirty-year-old composer and singer Alexander Shoua and a twenty-six-year-old beauty with magnetic eyes named Vika. The group's first song, “Another Reason,” won over the audience almost instantly. It seemed that before, almost no one sang about the relationships of people who would like to, but cannot due to various social reasons, such as: another family, children, work, home, an established life. What could be closer to people the age of the duet participants?

The band members themselves strongly support the idea of ​​their own “unpairedness” and at the same time intrigue the audience in every possible way, both by performing heartfelt songs about “other families” and by tender embraces on the booklet included with the debut album. “We met by chance,” the artists say, “you know what happened next.” So think what you want.

As for the musical material itself, almost all of it is worthy of all praise. The album “Another Family” was released quite recently, but in all music stores it takes pride of place on the largest shelf with the most important new releases. “Nepara” is being sold like hot cakes: it is a truly great album. It could have been even better if the arrangements had not used disco elements, since the music of “Nepara” itself has nothing to do with disco.

The theme of the songs is generally the same as in the title “Another Reason” - as we would like, but it is not possible. Oddly enough, I feel the effect of that theme even on my cynical and seemingly unsurprised soul. And if the problems of eighteen-year-olds have not touched me for a long time, then the problems that “Nepara” sings about, you know, have touched me. A rare fact.

But the artists decided otherwise - their right. The important thing is that these constant disco inserts (high violin passages, light guitar, sometimes even the harmony itself) do not look like carelessness or inability to create an arrangement. They look like a conscious move by the songwriters. And if they think that this is how it should be, this opinion must be respected. Although, in my opinion, a calmer sound would be more natural for such music.

The summary is simple. The album “Neparas” Another Family should definitely be purchased by anyone interested in Russian pop music. It's so rare now to hear something we haven't heard before. Even if this previously unheard piece is framed with hackneyed disco techniques, the melodies and lyrics of “Nepara” are worthy of all attention. Unless, of course, you are closer to thirty. I think young people are unlikely to be interested in all this. Young people simply won’t understand what we’re talking about.

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To the top musical Olympus. The secret of success largely lies in the unique voice of soloist Alexander Shoua. The artist masters many instruments in the musicians' arsenal - the man knows how to play the guitar, drums, piano, and keyboards. The talent is multifaceted: Showa is also the author of the music and lyrics of the lion's share of the singles that come from his lips.

Childhood and youth

Sasha was born in the Abkhaz town of Ochamchira into a musical family. My father had excellent skills in playing the drums and guitar, my uncle sang well and also masterfully handled many musical instruments. From the age of four, the boy was attracted like a magnet to the piano standing in parental home.

And at the age of 9, Alexander was already shining with his peers in the local children's ensemble"Anban". The team's teachers taught their students to play the guitar and drums professionally.

A little later, Sasha went to the Sukhumi School to gain new knowledge, enrolling in the pop department. But plans and life at home were destroyed by the outbreak of a military conflict between Georgia and Abkhazia. Parents decided to move to Russian capital, where I had to start my life all over again. Financial situation family left much to be desired, Alexander also had to earn his bread. The young man changed a lot of professions, even worked as a loader in a store.

Music

Positive changes began in Showa’s biography after meeting a musician from the Aramis group. The team invited the talented Alexander into their ranks, where he tried his hand as a keyboard player, arranger and backing vocalist. Earnings have increased significantly, allowing relatives to no longer need anything.

Song by Arthur Best and Alexander Showa “I will steal her”

One day during a noisy youth party A representative of one of the leading recording companies in Europe, PolyGram, met Sasha. The musician received tempting offer- move to Cologne. Showa agreed and for the next few years he “turned on” people in a nightclub, and also performed own songs on concert venue"Globe". It quickly became popular here and won the love of the regulars of these establishments.

However, the role of the club performer did not suit him talented musician, over time, I outgrew this activity, I already wanted more. Alexander decided to return to Moscow to create his own project. With a future colleague musical project The paths crossed back in 1999. And in 2002, after leaving Germany, Showa found a girl and offered to form the pop duet “Nepara” together.

The name was born painfully: they went through a lot of options - they quarreled, made peace, fought again. The idea was suggested by producer Oleg Nekrasov. The man casually said that the guys didn’t look much like a duo, “not a couple at all.”

Alexander took charge of creating music and lyrics, and a year later the guys presented their debut album, “Another Family.” The group instantly became famous, the duet was expected in every corner of Russia, and was invited abroad. Alexander and Victoria plunged into a rich tour life.

Song “God Invented You” by the duet “Nepara”

The following records “All over again” and “Doomed/Betrothed”, released in 2006 and 2009, also appealed to the army of fans. The singles “Another Reason”, “Cry and See”, “They have known each other for a long time” turned into hits immediately after the premiere.

After the release of the last album, “Nepara” lasted three more years. Ambitious and hardworking (zodiac sign Capricorn) Alexander Shoua dreamed of solo career, so I boldly set off on a solo voyage. The singer created beautiful composition“The Sun Above My Head,” which managed to reach the top of the radio charts. He also shot colorful videos; the videos were invariably included in selections of music television programs.

Alexander Shoua's song “Your Voice”

However, Showa could not stand being alone for long. Already in 2013, the young man met Victoria and offered to reunite. The singer seemed to be waiting for this moment - she agreed without hesitation. The duo sparkled on stages again, delighting fans with new songs. The first single was “A Thousand Dreams”.

However, Alexander Shoua managed to solo at the same time. Fans received the song “Remember” especially warmly. And in 2016, the musician presented his debut solo album, “Your Voice,” which he worked on during the breakup of the group. The album included 16 compositions.

Personal life

Alexander Shoua is an Abkhazian by nationality, with a short height of 165 cm, but the man is not short of charm. He managed to get married twice, the musician has two children. I first visited the registry office even before the formation of the Nepara group; a daughter, Maya, was born in this marriage.

The musical duo performed the songs so soulfully that fans attributed an affair to Sasha and Vika. Interviews appeared in the press in which Victoria allegedly admitted that she had more than just a professional relationship with her partner. Alexander himself in conversations with journalists recent years speaks:

“You never know what anyone is thinking about. The question here is that the stage and life are completely different things. I don’t mix one with the other.”

The singer’s second wife was Natalya, a lawyer by training. Showa calls this union ideal; there are rarely quarrels with his wife; the woman has become a real support, a reliable rear. A daughter, Taisiya, is growing up in the family. The girl loves to dance and dreams of becoming a ballerina.

Alexander shares news with page subscribers in "Instagram". The photos tell about the artist’s life and his hobbies. In addition to music, Showa loves fishing, wherever he has been with a fishing rod. He says the most big fish found in Norway and Kamchatka.

Alexander Shoua now

Today, Alexander Shoua, together with Victoria Talyshinskaya, tours a lot, concerts are held in Russian cities and abroad.

In 2018, Alexander Shoua performed the song “Enchanted, Bewitched” in the show “Three Chords”

In the spring of 2018, Alexander participated in “Three Chords”. In that music show the main Russian channel Showa performed the familiar songs “My Myasoedovskaya Street”, “Enchanted, Bewitched”, “Girl in a Chintz Dress”. The musician's rivals were: As well as other actors and pop stars.

Discography

• 2003 - “Another Family”
• 2006 - “All over again”
• 2009 - “Doomed/Betrothed”
• 2016 - “Your Voice”