Music Producer Comments on Andrei Razin and the Yuri Shatunov Memorial Concert
Music producer Pavel Rudchenko suggests that Andrei Razin feared a financial downturn linked to the group Tender May in the wake of Yuri Shatunov’s memorial concert. The remarks are attributed to news.ru. Rudchenko adds that Razin not only feels jealousy but also anxiety, upset that Shatunov and Tender May profit from their performances. He predicts that a new album will emerge after the memorial event, while another record company, not directly tied to Tender May, could begin operating. These statements frame Razin as someone who may have felt edged out by the continuing commercial success of his former collaborators.
According to Rudchenko, Razin bears some responsibility for not being invited to the forthcoming memorial. He notes that Razin publicly expressed a chilly stance toward his relationship with Shatunov and has at times walked away from many opportunities, leading to speculation about his ability to earn money in the future and the disappointment that follows. This assessment comes amid wider discussions about personal and professional strains within the group and its circle.
In early October, Razin faced online threats directed at artists who planned to take part in the memorial concert marking fifty years since Yuri Shatunov’s birth. The producer described the online hostility as satanic and questioned whether celebrities joined the event reluctantly due to contractual obligations with their labels. The tension underscores the complex dynamics surrounding posthumous tributes and the pressures of the music business, especially when past collaborations continue to generate revenue.
The memorial concert, titled Yura Was Here, is scheduled for October 17 at Crocus City Hall. It will feature well-known performers performing songs from Shatunov’s era as the lead singer of Tender May. Friends and relatives of the artist will also attend to share personal stories from his life, providing a mixture of tribute and reminiscence for fans and collectors of Shatunov’s music. The event aims to celebrate Shatunov’s legacy while spotlighting the enduring popularity of his repertoire.
Earlier, actor Mark Bogatyrev discussed his own mixed emotions following the birth of his son, a note that adds a human dimension to the broader discussion of fame, legacy, and personal life in the entertainment industry. This broader context highlights how public figures navigate celebration, memory, and the inevitable shifts in their careers over time, especially when longstanding groups undergo changes in visibility and commercial direction.