2SICH
Anastasia Fedina | |
|---|---|
| Other names | 2SICH |
| Occupation(s) | YouTuber, musician |
| Years active | Late 2010s–present |
| Known for | Metal-inspired sketches and original music promoting mental health awareness |
Anastasia Fedina (), who performs under the name 2SICH, is a Russian YouTuber and musician recognized for her metal-inspired sketches and original music that merges intricate electric and classical guitar techniques with deadpan comedic elements[1] alongside themes promoting mental health awareness.[2] Her YouTube channel, @2SICH, showcases both comedic music sketches and original compositions.[3]
Career
Starting her YouTube presence in the late 2010s, 2SICH initially shared cover versions before shifting her focus to creating original material.
By 2025, her channel amassed close to 400,000 subscribers and garnered millions of views. She is recognized for exploring subjects such as personal struggle, perseverance, and artistic autonomy.[4] In 2021, Metal Hammer featured her video titled "Positive affirmations for your me(n)tal health", which combines intense metal guitar riffs with encouraging spoken affirmations.[2]
Style and influences
Her sound fuses powerful guitar riffs with electronic layers and incorporates elements from industrial and dark folk genres, employing a diverse array of instruments and sound effects complemented by a unique visual presentation.[5]
Within her personal studio setup, 2SICH highlights the importance of amp simulators and audio plugins in shaping her tone, frequently developing a melodic concept into a completed track within a single day.[3] She acknowledges bands like Lamb of God, Gojira, and Mastodon as significant inspirations.[3]
Reception and criticism
Her creations have attracted an international fanbase. The independent blog Sweaty Spice commended her for crafting "killer music – hard, heavy, metallic," emphasizing her swift rise following a viral sketch that broadened her exposure.
Metal Hammer characterized 2SICH’s affirmations video as a "heart-warming" combination of positive messaging paired with aggressive guitar work, noting its appeal among metal enthusiasts online.
Her comedic clip "Metal Soundtrack to Yoga Poses" received attention from the Belgian public broadcaster RTBF and was also reported on by Brazil's Whiplash media outlet.
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