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Time OutRock band
Date of Birth: 01.01.1987
Country:  Russia |
Content:
- The Birth of Ensemble of the Mythological Music
- The Dawn of Motology
- The Origin of Motology
- The Rise of Time Out
- The Propagation of Motology Beyond Concerts
- The Legendary Concert at the North Pole:
- The Appearance on "Zdravstenafig. Kvachi Prileteli" Radio Show
- The Revival of the Radio Show
The Birth of Ensemble of the Mythological Music
In the early months of 1987, the musical ensemble known as Ensemble of the Mythological Music emerged. Its mastermind was none other than Vladimir Zorin, better known by his enigmatic pseudonym, "Zopukh." This peculiar nickname had an amusing origin: during a moment of heightened euphoria, Zorin stumbled upon a concert poster that displayed his name written in Latin, mistranslating as "ANX."
The genesis of the band can be traced back to the dissolution of Time Out, a group based in the city of Gorky. During a tour of the Caucasus region, Zorin abruptly severed ties with his fellow musicians. Amidst the ensuing chaos, the guitarist, Aleksandr Minaev, and bassist, Pavel Molchanov, found themselves adrift.
Through a fortuitous encounter at the Moscow Rock Laboratory, Zorin offered the duo employment in Makhachkala, Dagestan, at the Dagestan State Philharmonic. The band's name was tentatively changed back to Time Out. However, as it became increasingly apparent that the previous incarnation had become defunct and incapable of reproducing other artists' work, Zorin abandoned the pretense, and the newly minted Time Out embarked on a journey of creating their own repertoire.
The Dawn of Motology
In the late 1980s, Time Out released a vinyl record titled "We Love You" at the Gorky Film Studio. Minaev and Molchanov's musical careers had begun at a tender age: Minaev had played in a school band before joining the aforementioned Shock, while Molchanov had initially pursued cello at the Dmitry Kabalevsky School for Gifted Children before attempting to continue his musical studies at the Moscow Conservatory, where he enrolled in conducting but ultimately abandoned it in the third year due to his "deranged mind caused by rock 'n' roll." Prior to joining Time Out, he had been a member of the group Martin.
Fate brought the two musicians together when Minaev, desperate for a quality guitar, contacted the owner of one such instrument. The guitar, not exactly a state-of-the-art model but rather a homemade creation, nevertheless caught Minaev's attention. Without hesitation, he proposed a collaboration to its owner, Pavel Valeryevich (a member of Martin). Thus, Shock gained a new vocalist.
The band's first concert took place in St. Petersburg in 1992 at the Kirov Cultural Center (now known as the Indie-Club). Much to the organizers' astonishment, Time Out drew an audience of 1,200, exceeding the venue's capacity of 1,000.
The Origin of Motology
The birth of Motology as a distinct philosophy is shrouded in a series of amusing anecdotes:
- Zopukh's Epiphany:While visiting a restroom in the Dagestan Republic, Aleksandr Minaev (also known by his alias Aakaky Nazarovich Zirnbirnshtein, or ANX) encountered a peculiar sight. A protrusion resembling a urinal adorned the wall, but upon closer inspection, it turned out to be something entirely different. This bizarre moment sparked within him the realization that he was a "motologist."
- The Epiphany of the "Matelogist":Pavel Molchanov's introduction to Motology occurred in a different manner. Having stumbled upon a sign that read "Dentist" in a pile of discarded items, he brought it home and attempted to affix it to his door. However, the sign was too long. Undeterred, the resourceful Molchanov altered the sign, resulting in the humorous inscription "Matelogist." The term "matelogist" (a play on "mat," meaning "obscenity" in Russian) later evolved into "motologist" due to its association with profanity, which media outlets feared could lead to censorship of the band's lyrics.
The Rise of Time Out
The lineup of Time Out underwent some changes over the years. Vladimir Pavlov was replaced by a young guitarist, Sergey Stepanov, while Andrey Rodin succeeded Yuri Shipilov. Roman Mukhachev joined the band as a keyboardist.
May 30, 1990, is considered the official birthday of Motology. Every spring, motologists commemorated the anniversary of their movement with grand and elaborate "kurultais" (concerts).
The Propagation of Motology Beyond Concerts
Motology's reach extended beyond the confines of Time Out's performances. ANX and TTP (Torvlobno Petr
ovich Puzdoi, Molchanov's alias) became the iconic hosts of the annual Bike Show and were frequent guests at the "They Ruined Their Childhood" rock festival, where they won multiple awards. They also made appearances at the Moscow Beer and Oktoberfest celebrations and numerous other events.
The Legendary Concert at the North Pole:
One of the most iconic Time Out concerts, particularly within the motology community, took place on April 21, 1995, at the North Pole. The 12-minute performance unfolded amidst icy winds of 5 m/s, temperatures of -38°C, and an audience of around 100 individuals, rendering it the most attended concert in the history of the North Pole, according to the band members.
The Appearance on "Zdravstenafig. Kvachi Prileteli" Radio Show
ANX and TTP gained wider recognition for their work on the radio program "Zdravstenafig. Kvachi Prileteli." The idea for the show emerged as a means of spreading motology beyond live performances. Yuri Spiridonov, who had previously collaborated with Time Out as a concert announcer, invited Minaev and Molchanov to the newly launched SNC radio station. The program initially consisted of informal conversations and music selections. Its popularity impressed the station's director, Stas Namin, who offered them a regular time slot.
In 1992, the show was nominated for various awards (such as the Golden Ostap) but ultimately failed to secure first place. SNC closed down that same year, bringing the show to an end.
