The wife of the composer Oleg Parastaev, Irina Parastaeva, who stands as the keeper of the song’s legacy, voiced strong disapproval over a US performance of the track At Dawn by Nikita Presnyakov. Her stance was clear: while the family supports new interpretations that keep the creator’s memory alive, any cover should be coordinated with the rights holders and writers first. She noted that Presnyakov did not seek such coordination before presenting his version.
Oleg Parastaev has passed away, leaving behind a legacy that his family continues to protect. In the wake of his absence, Irina has become a spokesperson for ensuring that future renditions honor the original authorship and the spirit of the composition. The family believes that respectful collaboration is essential when a new rendition reaches a wider audience, especially across international borders.
In years following these developments, Nikita Presnyakov and his wife Alena Krasnova relocated to the United States after the mobilization period. The artist began using the stage name Nick Pres and started producing music videos, further advancing his career on a new stage far from the previous national spotlight.
Later reports indicated that Presnyakov faced financial strain, with debt reaching about one million rubles in the prior year. It was previously reported that the company Niko Sport, a business focused on constructing sports facilities, had offered substantial bonuses, but the venture turned unprofitable and faced substantial challenges. Many of the company’s operations are now paused, and there is concern that the business may halt activities entirely.
Earlier in the 90s, audiences recalled a notable moment from the era involving top figures in the music world and a well-known dispute with Talkov. That memory stands as a reminder of how public personalities and artistic decisions have long influenced the cultural landscape, long after the headlines fade.