10 NEW Russian HITS for your summer 2026 playlist
1. Mari Kraimbrery – ‘Let's Not Wait’
A song that’s both danceable yet lyrical, about how you shouldn’t put off feelings for later. Living every moment here and now – isn't that happiness?
2. By ‘Indiya’, ‘Xcho’, ‘MOT’ – ‘Shade’
"She dances to Shade" is this summer’s biggest dance hit! Of course, it's about love, passion and attraction. Each musician added their own flair to the track. The result is an awesome mix of Eastern motifs, modern rap and pop music.
3. ‘Jigan’, ‘Niletto’ – ‘I Don't Know How to Be Sad’
Another collaboration between well-known Russian artists. The song is about heroes who refuse to break down in difficult situations. "Stylish gloom" is how fans described it in the comments.
4. ‘SHANDOR’ — "24/7"
The protagonist can’t get his girlfriend's name out of his head 24/7 – so everyone’s dancing to this energetic song! Dancing in the street, dancing on the embankment, dancing on the roof… At just 15 years old, this musician has already released several hits – and he has no plans of stopping.
5. Vanya Dmitrienko – ‘Trace’
An emotional and heartfelt ballad by young artist Vanya Dmitrienko. The protagonist begs a girl not to run away from her feelings, because without her, he "won't make it".
6. Maryana Lokel - ‘Ivan Kupala’
Seventeen-year-old Maryana is a social media star. Her new song ‘Ivan Kupala’ is about girls who tell fortunes about love on the most mysterious night of the year.
7. ‘Dabro’ – ‘Hello, Sea’
A song for those who are looking forward to vacation, are already on vacation or are reminiscing about it. So, basically, for everyone!
8. Klava Koka - ‘Friends With Lips’
A summer dance hit! For when it feels like there's something more between each other than just friendship.
9. MIA BOYKA - ‘Exhibit’
"I'm an exhibit, you're my fan!" This is a song about a girl who literally sees herself as a museum exhibit. She admits she’s a bit of a free spirit, but that doesn't stop her from being happy and living in her own world.
10. ‘AY YOLA’ - ‘Aihylyu’
The band ‘AY YOLA’ draws inspiration from Bashkir epic stories and tells ancient legends through the language of music in their songs. ‘Aihylyu’ is the child of the Moon and ‘Samrau’, lord of the heavenly birds.