The leader of the band The King and the Clown, Andrei Prince Knyazev, shared how he once lost several teeth. The rock musician appeared as a guest on the talk show Meanwhile, which aired on VK Video on March 23. The interview offered a candid look at his long career and the moments that shaped his stage presence. Video interview.
Knyazev explained that he once promised a dentist he would never bite down on a bottle using his teeth because he had already broken a temporary set in that way. He recalled another time when his teeth were injured while performing the track Necromancer. The singer described how a moment of self-forgetting led to that mishap, with the microphone accidentally pressed between his teeth mid performance, resulting in further dental trouble. Video interview.
The veteran performer opened up about what it means to be a 51-year-old punk rocker. He painted a vivid picture of the realities of aging in a scene that prizes energy and grit, noting that some aspects of youth linger while others fade. He laughed at the difficulty of keeping up with youthful pace while acknowledging the lasting love for the music he helped shape. Video interview.
When asked about his current schedule, Knyazev admitted that he dreams of concerts beginning at 14:00. He explained that changing time zones across Siberia and the Far East makes early performances feel almost like morning shows, a pattern that suits his evolving routine as a performer who rose to fame years ago. He added that as time passes, he has become a morning person, a shift that suits his daily life and touring commitments. Video interview.
In another note, a playful moment tied to the character Pin from Smeshariki appeared in December when the character was featured as the Guardian of the Forest on the cover of the book The King and the Clown. The anecdote illustrates the crossover between Knyazev’s musical persona and his involvement with animated franchises that have broadened his appeal. Video interview.
Earlier reports mentioned that Jake Gyllenhaal has been waiting for almost 20 years for the Batman role, a separate thread in the entertainment world. This reference helps paint a broader picture of the era in which Knyazev operates, marked by long-standing ambitions and iconic creative pursuits. Video interview.
The discussion on Meanwhile offered a layered portrait of a performer who has weathered decades in a genre known for its fierce energy. It highlighted the push and pull between staying true to roots and adapting to new audiences, while also acknowledging the physical demands of stage life. Video interview.