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KoridorRock band
Country:
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Content:
- Origins and Early Days
- First Incarnation
- Own Compositions and Disbandment
- Revival and Second Incarnation
- The new lineup included:
- Third Incarnation and Stabilizing the Band
- Alexei Kostyushkin: guitar, vocals
- Evolution and Contemporary Era
- In 2000, the band's lineup consisted of:
Origins and Early Days
In February 1985, two ninth-graders and a seventh-grader from School 87 in Novosibirsk embarked on a musical journey that would define their lives. Inspired by their passion for playing, they approached their school counselor, who arranged for them to be assigned to a construction management company as mentors. It was within the company's dormitory that the seeds of "Koridor" were sown.
First Incarnation
The nascent band's initial lineup consisted of:Alexei Kostyushkin: guitar, vocals
Alexander Klyucharov: vocals
Oleg Pavlov: bass
Alexei Myagkikh: drums
Alexander Shestakov: musical director, playing a variety of instruments
Under the guidance of Shestakov, the young musicians honed their skills and delved into the world of musical creativity. They performed at local events and participated in various competitions, covering popular bands of the time.
Own Compositions and Disbandment
Gradually, the band began to experiment with their own compositions. In 1987, they gave their first concert featuring exclusively original songs, marking a significant milestone in their evolution. However, the band's progress was short-lived, as most of its members were conscripted into the Soviet military.
Revival and Second Incarnation
After serving his time in the army, Alexei Kostyushkin returned to Novosibirsk and resolved to resurrect "Koridor." He joined forces with the band "Boulevard," resulting in the birth of "Koridor's" second incarnation.
The new lineup included:
Alexei Kostyushkin: guitar, vocalsDmitri Kirillov: lead guitar
Sergei Kulakov: saxophone
Igor Badmaev: keyboards
Alexei Myagkikh: drums
The band toured the Novosibirsk region, recorded their debut album, "Nochnaya Arifmetika," and established a foothold in the local music scene. However, internal conflicts and excessive alcohol consumption led to the group's eventual dissolution.
Third Incarnation and Stabilizing the Band
In the years that followed, Kostyushkin continued to pursue music, performing and writing songs. In the late 1990s, he assembled a third lineup of "Koridor":
Alexei Kostyushkin: guitar, vocals
Sergei (Biven) Sekushenko: lead guitarOleg Pavlov: bass
Konstantin Ovcharenko: drums
With this lineup, the band recorded their second album, "Boogie v Gorode Mertvykh Okon," which laid the foundation for "Koridor's" long-term success.
Evolution and Contemporary Era
Over the years, "Koridor" has undergone numerous lineup changes, showcasing the talents of notable musicians such as Sergei "Korps," Ruslan "Indeedets," and Sergei Mishchenkov. However, the band's core has remained intact, with Kostyushkin and Sekushenko as the driving forces.
In 2000, the band's lineup consisted of:
Alexei Kostyushkin: guitar, vocalsSergei Sekushenko: guitar
Dmitry Zemkov: bass
Yevgeny Tokarev: drums
Ivan Baklanov: trumpet
Pavel Marchenko: trombone
Maxim Mukhratov: saxophone
The band released their third album, "Poprosi Menya Spes," and became a prominent force on the Siberian rock scene, performing at major festivals and collaborating with the Novosibirsk "Bike Club." Their song "Goni" became an anthem for motorcycle enthusiasts.
Despite facing challenges such as a lack of a permanent rehearsal space and limited financial resources, "Koridor" has persevered, maintaining its status as a cohesive unit. In recent years, the band has recorded two more albums, "V Otkrytoe Nebo" and "Uvidimsya," and continues to perform and engage with its loyal fan base.
