Italian singer Pupo admitted at a press conference in the Kremlin that he did not come to Russia to give a concert for the sake of the political context. writes about this RIA News.
“I couldn’t afford to criticize cultures, especially with such a history <…> Therefore, in my concert tomorrow, I want to give the message that peace will return to the world. I am here without any political aims,” Pupo said.
According to the artist, he understands that after the concert in Russia he will be actively criticized in the West, including by Italian fans. Still, the musician hopes that his performance will give Russians positive emotions. Pupo emphasized that he never took a break from his trips to Russia. He believes that other artists should not refuse concerts in the Russian Federation due to political debates.
Pupo concluded: “I am in the Kremlin for the same reason: to continue to do my job without any restrictions or embargoes, which in principle others should do as well.”
Previously recognizedHe helped Pugacheva, one of the Russian artists, become a star.