Russkaja
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2005 |
| Founder | Georgij Makazaria |
| Defunct | 2023-02-03 |
| Headquarters | Vienna , Austria |
| Products | Music albums, EPs, singles |
Russkaja (presented as ЯUSSKAJA) was a ska punk ensemble originating from Vienna, Austria, distinguished by their unique "Russian Turbo Polka Metal" genre—a fusion of polka, ska, fanfare, pop, rock, and authentic Russian traditional tunes. Established in 2005 by Georgij Makazaria, formerly the vocalist for Stahlhammer, the group initially partnered with the independent Austrian label Chat Chapeau before transitioning to Napalm Records. They became well-known within Austria as the resident band for the late-night comedy program "Willkommen Österreich."
On February 3, 2023, the band officially ended their activity, coinciding with the launch of their seventh studio album, Turbo Polka Party. Their decision was influenced by unease over their ironic use of Soviet imagery amidst backlash related to the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Members
- Last lineup
- Georgij Makazaria – lead vocals
- Dimitrij Miller – bass guitar
- Engel Mayr – electric guitar
- Lea-Sophie Fischer – violin
- Rainer Gutternigg – trumpet
- H-G. Gutternigg – potete
- Mario Stübler – drums
- Previous members
- Titus Vadon – drums
- Zebo Adam – guitar
- Antonia-Alexa Georgiew – violin
- Ulrike Müllner – violin
Albums
| Year | Album title | Peak position in Austrian charts |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Kasatchok Superstar | 15 |
| 2010 | Russian Voodoo | 36 |
| 2013 | Energia! | 47 |
| 2015 | Peace, Love & Russian Roll | 42 |
| 2017 | Kosmopoliturbo | 27 |
| 2019 | No One Is Illegal | 48 |
| 2023 | Turbo Polka Party | 7 |
EPs
- Dawai, Dawai (2006)
- Barada (2013)
- No Borders (2022)
- Shapka (2023)
- Paschli (2023)
Singles
- "Dope Shit" (2007)
- "More" (2008)
- "Kasatchok Superstar the Song" (2009)
- "Hammer Drive" (Download-only) (2010)
- "Rock'n'Roll Today" (2015)
- "Hey Road" (2017)
- "Alive" (2017)
- "Druschba (You're Not Alone)" (2019)
- "Russki Style" (2021)
- "Last Christmas" (2021)