Boris Grebenshchikov

Folk rock, Musical Artist

1953 –

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Who is Boris Grebenshchikov?

Boris Borisovich Grebenshchikov also known as Boris Purushottama Grebenshikov, is one of the most prominent members of the generation which is widely considered the "founding fathers" of Russian rock music. Due as much to his personal contribution as to the undisputed and lasting success of his main effort, the band Aquarium, he is a household name in Russia. Grebenshchikov is colloquially known as BG after his initials. He is often called as 'Grandfather of Russian Rock'.

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Born
Nov 27, 1953
Saint Petersburg
Also known as
  • Борис Гребенщиков
  • Boris Grebenshikov
  • БГ
  • Grebenshikov, Boris
  • B.G.
  • Boris Borisovich Grebenshchikov
  • Бори́с Бори́сович Гребенщико́в
  • Boris Purushottama Grebenshikov
Parents
Spouses
Children
Ethnicity
  • Russian
Nationality
  • Russia
  • Soviet Union
Profession
Lived in
  • Saint Petersburg

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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