Various - Если Метель

Review by Luis Carlos López Ulloa

Если Метель: A Soviet Rock-Pop Masterpiece That Still Kicks Ass Alright, let’s cut the crap. If you think 1987 in the USSR was all about drab buildings and bad perms, you clearly haven’t heard Если Метель by Various Artists. This album is a chaotic yet brilliant mashup of rock, pop, ballads, and even some Schlager vibes—basically, it’s like someone threw a bunch of genres into a blender and hit "puree." And guess what? It works. First off, credit where it’s due: the artwork by Ю. Балашов is as retro-cool as it gets, like something out of an old propaganda poster but way less boring. The label, Мелодия, knew how to put stuff together back then. But let’s talk tracks, because that’s where this baby really shines. Track Highlights: Why These Stuck With Me “Гиподинамия” – Oh man, this one slaps. Written by К. Брейтбург, it’s got this weirdly catchy soft rock groove that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. The lyrics are kinda quirky too—it’s basically complaining about laziness in the most upbeat way possible. Like, who else can turn couch potato syndrome into banger material? Not many. You’ll find yourself humming it while pretending not to procrastinate at work. And then there’s “Белая Панама”, which feels like summer vacation bottled up in three minutes of pure ear candy. Ю. Чернавский nailed it with this one. It’s got that art rock edge mixed with Schlager cheese, making it impossible NOT to sing along—even if your Russian vocabulary stops at “vodka” and “babushka.” Damn, I still remember playing this track on repeat during a road trip once, windows down, yelling random words until my throat hurt. Why It Works (and Sometimes Doesn’t) Sure, the album has its flaws. Some tracks feel dated, like they were made for forgotten TV shows or awkward school dances. But hey, isn’t that part of the charm? It’s raw, unfiltered, and dripping with late-80s Soviet energy. Plus, having leaders like А. Макаревич and В. Резников involved adds layers of authenticity. These guys weren’t just phoning it in—they were crafting something unique for their time. The mix of styles keeps things interesting. One moment you’re vibing to a heartfelt ballad, and the next you’re headbanging to some pop-rock anthem. Honestly, it’s like flipping channels on an old TV set, except every channel is worth watching. Final Thoughts So yeah, Если Метель might not be perfect, but damn does it leave an impression. It’s messy, bold, and unapologetically itself—a snapshot of a musical era that refused to play by the rules. Listening to it now feels like stepping into a time machine filled with cigarette smoke, vinyl records, and questionable fashion choices. Oh, and here’s the kicker: would modern musicians dare to make something this wild today? Hell no. They’d probably overthink it to death. So grab yourself a copy (if you can find one) and crank it up loud. Trust me, your Spotify algorithm won’t know what hit it. Rating: 8/10 – Because sometimes imperfection is perfection.

Artist: Various
Album: Если Метель

USSR

1987

Rating: 3.5

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Гиподинамия	3:37
Никударики	4:35
Белая Панама	5:14
Рыбка В Банке	2:55
Если Метель...	3:43
Белые Цветы	3:36
Лаванда	4:50
Карнавал	5:00
Динозаврики	4:03

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Пластинка С Новым Годом Если Метель 1986

Сборник - С новым годом! Мелодия 1986 (vinyl record HQ)

Если метель... С Новым годом! (Мелодия С60 24705 001) - 1986

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С60 24705 001

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Мелодия

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lyssna på nätet
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Vinyl
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Red labels
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Laminated

Companies

Role	Company
Pressed By	Ленинградский Завод Грампластинок
Printed By	Типография ЛЗГ
Copyright (c)	Мелодия
Recorded At	Всесоюзная Студия Грамзаписи
Record Company	Всесоюзная Студия Грамзаписи

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork	Ю. Балашов
Leader	А. Макаревич (tracks: А5), В. Резников (tracks: В2), В. Матецкий (tracks: В4), В. Назаров (tracks: А1), К. Брейтбург (tracks: А2), К. Кельми (tracks: В3), Р. Горобец (tracks: А3), Ю. Варум (tracks: А4), Ю. Чернавский (tracks: В1)
Supervised By	И. Йотко
Booklet Editor	И. Йотко
Editor	И. Йотко

Notes

© Мелодия, 1986
Записи Всесоюзной студии грамзаписи и Центрального телевидения 1982 - 1986 гг.
21.11.86. Тип. завода З.1293 -о- 85000.
© "МЕЛОДИЯ", 1986
Всесоюзная студия грамзаписи
Записи Всесоюзной студии грамзаписи и Центрального телевидения 1982 — 1986 гг.
Рижский ордена Знак Почета завод грампластинок
Тип. РЗГ «Мелодия» 1987 388 19600
Арт. 11-1. Цена Руб. 2,50
Red labels
Side A recorded in 1985, 1986
Side B recorded in 1982 to 1986
Всесоюзная студия грамзаписи.
15.09.86 г. ЛФОП 1 З. 1664—50 000.
Red Labels
19.01.87. Тип. завода З.269 -о- 26380.
Var.1. 15.09.86. Тип. завода З. 977 -о- 50000.
Var.2. 21.11.86. Тип. завода З.1253 -о- 85000.
Ташкентский Завод Грампластинок
им. М. Т. Ташмухамедова
Var. 1: Заk.133 Tиp.60000
Var. 2: Заk.730 Tиp.20000
1987 Зак.281 Тир.19650 (copies)
Выпуск 1987 (on labels)
white labels
Ленинградский Завод Грампластинок
11.12.86 г. ЛФОП № 1. 3. 2004—90 000
Happy New Year!
© «Мелодия», 1986
Московский опытный завод «Грамзапись»
Зак. 722 Тир. 100000
Side A - Записи 1985, 1986 гг.
Side B - Записи 1982—1986 гг.
red labels
Laminated sleeve.
Апрелевский ордена Ленина завод грапластинок
Version 1: Зак. 523-О-96000
Version 2: Зак. 450-О-100000
Типография АЗГ
Зак. 503-О-50000
Var.2:Зак.579-О-50000
1986 2507 23500
1987 Зак. 590-O-88750

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Side A runout, stamped): С60-24705/1-1 DMM
Matrix / Runout (Side B runout, stamped): С60-24706/1-4 DMM
Other (Article): Арт. 11-1
Other (Price): 2 РУБ. 50 КОП.
Other (State standard): ГОСТ 5289-80
Matrix / Runout (Side A Runout): С60-24705/4-6
Matrix / Runout (Side B Runout): С60-24706/4-5
Matrix / Runout (Side A Label): 24705
Matrix / Runout (Side BLabel): 24706
Other (Article): Арт. 11-1.
Other (Price On Sleeve): Цена Руб. 2,50
Other (State Standard): ГОСТ 5289-80
Other (Repertoire Group): Гр. 3.
Other (Price On Labels): 2-25
Matrix / Runout (Side A runout, stamped): С60-24705/1-2 DMM
Matrix / Runout (Side B runout, stamped): С60-24706/1-3 DMM
Other (Article): Арт. 11-3
Other (Price): 3 РУБ.
Matrix / Runout (Side A runout, stamped): С60-24705/4-5
Matrix / Runout (Side B runout, stamped): С60-24706/4-5
Other (Article): 11-3
Other (Price): руб. 3,00
Other (Article): 11-1
Other (Price): Руб. 2.50
Other (Price): 3 руб.
Matrix / Runout (Side A): С60-24705/1-1 DMM
Matrix / Runout (Side B): С60-24706/1-1 DMM
Other (Label Side A, Catalog Number): 24705
Other (Label Side B, Catalog Number): 24706
Other (Repertory Group): Гр. 3.
Other (Price): 2 руб. 50 коп.
Matrix / Runout (Side B runout, stamped): С60-24706/1-1 DMM
Other (Price): Руб. 3 руб.

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The 1987 USSR album *Если Метель* (If There's a Blizzard) was like a musical melting pot. It brought together rock, pop, ballads, and even schlager, blending genres in a way that felt uniquely Soviet. What’s wild is how many talented artists and composers were involved—like А. Макаревич from Aquarium fame and Ю. Чернавский, who was behind some iconic Soviet hits. Each track had its own vibe, yet the whole thing held together as one eclectic mixtape of its time. And can we talk about the artwork? Ю. Балашов gave it that perfect retro look to match the sound.

Comments

angeljud

2025-03-13

Рыбка в банке скопытилась под присмотром Макаревича. Воду не менял и не доливал?

maggiesin

2025-03-13

Песней "Лаванда

hamishen

2025-03-12

Никударики, динозаврики, лошарики!(:-))

atodopunio

2025-03-12

Спасибо!
Белая панама была затёрта у меня в детстве…

sakinaabass

2025-03-12

Первый раз в свое время на таком виниле услышал группу Диалог))

nfreercom

2025-03-12

У нас не было такой пластинки. Послушаю в 2022 году в ноябре. Песню "Динозаврики" помню, а остальных не слушал никогда :)

Макаревича да Леонтьева с детства не слушал никогда. Если появлялись в тиливизире или на радиве - тут же выключал