The name of the American musician and producer Marshall Bruce Mathers, performing under the pseudonym Eminem, whom the magazine Rolling Stone included in the top 100 great artists of our time, sounded loudly in music industry 19 years ago.
Then, in 1999, the song My Name Is was played literally around the clock on MTV, and a little-known guy with bleached hair and shocking lyrics overnight became the idol of hundreds of thousands of fans.
Childhood on wheels
But things didn’t start out so rosy for the musician. It didn’t work out right from childhood, and everything went wrong for many years in a row. His mother Debbie Nielson gave birth to a son at age 15, and his father soon ran away. And then life began in a trailer and traveling from city to city: Debbie was not attached to one place, and she did not have a home to which she could become attached. But this house once existed, and Marshall, in order not to forget it, carried a toy copy of it with him as a child.
One day they stayed for a while in Detroit. A white boy among predominantly African-American peers... It’s hard to even imagine how much bullying the guy had to endure in schools (and he had to change them more than once).
Then their trailer returned to hometown Kansas City. And then, thanks to Ronnie, his mother’s brother, who was a musician, the teenager gets acquainted with rap. This changed Marshall's entire understanding of music. Rap became his main hobby, and at the age of 15 he had his own peer group and the pseudonym Eminem.
Soon Marshall takes on another pseudonym - Slim Shady, who embodies an alter ego - his second self, all dark side Eminem's souls. Under this name he sang the harshest songs, often with a negative connotation and rather evil humor.
Cover album The Marshall Mathers LP with a photograph of the Detroit house where Eminem lived as a child. Source: Globallookpress
On the way to fame
The first tentative album, Infinite, released in 1996 by a young white rapper, was not a success. But the next disc, which appeared two years later, became more famous, thanks to which one of the best hip-hop producers, Dr. Dre and started promoting it. And already in 1999, they released their next album, The Slim Shady LP, which went triple platinum. For it, Eminem received an MTV Award for Best Newcomer and two Grammy awards.
Eminem at the MTV Awards. Source: Globallookpress
Lawsuit from mother
The authoritative magazine Rolling Stone also became interested in the guy. In an interview that Eminem gave to a journalist for the publication in 1999, he first spoke about his “drug mom.” Of course, Debbie found out about this and took note of her son’s feedback. But when she realized that Eminem had serious money, the woman immediately filed a lawsuit, accusing him of libel.
In addition, Debbie felt that Eminem should compensate her for the “nervous exhaustion, lack of self-esteem and loss of reputation” caused by the lyrics from the new album. Debbie estimated all of the above at $10 million. Her litigation with her son continued for several years.
Still from the movie “8 Mile” 8 Mile and the Oscars
In 2000, two more albums appeared, The Marshall Mathers LP and The Eminem Show, which also brought Eminem a Grammy victory. Thus, the rapper became the first artist to receive the award for best rap album three times in a row.
Two years later, the film “8 Mile” appeared, in which Eminem partly played himself. The picture made the rapper even more famous. The soundtrack to the film Lose Yourself brought Marshall an Oscar. In total, Eminem has sold more than one hundred million of his albums worldwide to date.
By the way, in 2002, being already famous performer, Eminem still did not have his own car, but used a rented car. At the same time, the musician’s first major purchase was own house. However, the rapper was soon forced to sell: fans did not give him peace, tried to break into the yard and even jumped into the pool.
Drug problems
It would probably be strange not to mention Eminem’s main enemy – drug addiction. The rapper himself admitted this in an interview with Vibe magazine in 2009:
“It’s no secret that I had problems with drugs. How many tablets did I take per day? From 10 to 20. Eventually I stopped paying attention to what I was taking in there.”
The rehabilitation course that the musician took in 2005 did not help. Soon Eminem became addicted to drugs again and almost died from an overdose. However, this did not stop him. By the way, Eminem was “buried” at least four times because of this.
“Rap was my drug. He made me feel like I was high, but then it stopped. Then I began to resort to other things... But now I enjoy rap again,” he said.
The artist began to increasingly refuse to tour due to the fact that active concert activity was too strongly associated with drugs. Eminem was treated for addiction in one of the best American rehabilitation centers.
He talked a lot with people who also went through this ordeal, including Elton John. The rapper also took up running. According to him, this also helped him a lot.
“I started running like a maniac. 30 kilometers a day, every day. I just swapped one addiction for another. There were days when I could barely stand on my feet. I just had a task in my head - to burn a certain amount of calories, and I couldn’t help myself,” said Eminem.
In April of this year, the rapper shared good news with his followers on Instagram: last time he tried drugs 10 years ago
By the way, a few years ago Eminem noticeably changed his image: he grew a beard and generally began to look much more brutal. This is understandable: the time of the blond young rapper has already passed.
Where did Boris Moiseev go? This is the question asked by many fans of the work of the bright and memorable dancer and singer Boris Mikhailovich Moiseev. Where is he now, where did he disappear from the screen? Boris Moiseev really hasn’t released new hits and video clips for a long time. And about the singer’s health in the media mass media alarming information appears. In our article we will talk about what happened to the singer and where Boris Moiseev disappeared to.
Artist biography
Soviet and Russian dancer, choreographer and famous crooner was born in March 1954 in prison. The boy did not know his father, and his mother Genya Borisovna was a political prisoner. Childhood and teenage years the artist took place in the Jewish district of Mogilev.
Honored Artist of Russia. However, not so long ago Boris Moiseev disappeared from the scene. Where and why?
The reason for the artist's disappearance
Not so long ago, namely about 9 years ago, famous singer demonstrated anniversary concert called "Dessert", which was dedicated to his 55th birthday. A year later, Boris Mikhailovich presented a new show, the premiere of which took place in the Northern capital Russian Federation in March 2010.
Six months later, the pop singer was hospitalized due to suspected post-stroke conditions. The next day, the clinic doctors confirmed the previously made diagnosis. Every day, Boris Mikhailovich’s condition worsened, as a result of which the left side of his body became paralyzed. After some time, the artist was connected to a ventilator. A month later he was discharged from the clinic and sent home.
In the spring of 2011, Moiseev performed on Orbakaite’s show, and in the summer he became a guest on “New Wave”. A little later, the Russian singer released 2 discs, and then announced a creative break, which was associated with the deterioration of the artist’s health. Unfortunately, the pop star failed to fully recover after suffering a stroke. He still has impaired functioning of his facial muscles and also has problems with speech.
In 2012, Boris Mikhailovich worked on recording a new album called “Pastor. The Best of Men,” which differed from previous projects in the philosophical depth of its texts. But after the release of the CD, the singer disappeared from the screens. Where did Boris Moiseev go? And why doesn't he sing anymore?
Where did the singer Boris Moiseev go?
And indeed the pop star disappeared from sight. He stopped giving concerts and releasing new video clips. The singer also stopped attending social events. Where did Boris Moiseev go? And what caused this?
The answer to this question, as it turned out, is related to the artist’s illness. After suffering a severe stroke and intensive therapy, which lasted about a year, the pop singer, unfortunately, can no longer return to his former life.
It is known that he continues to live in Moscow. From time to time, fans see the singer going on bicycle rides.
Personal life
As it turned out, after creating the ZERO show, the popular singer repeatedly announced his imminent marriage to a resident of the United States of America, Adele Todd, with whom he wanted to tie the knot back in the early 2000s. A little later, news appeared in the media that the artist was allegedly going to move to permanent residence in Miami. However, it later turned out that Boris Mikhailovich went there to undergo examinations.
It is also known that Boris Moiseev has illegitimate son, whose name is Amadeus. His mother was a Lithuanian actress. The man is about 40 years old and lives in the Polish city of Krakow. Amadeus gave the famous Russian singer a grandson named Matvey, who is now 10 years old. However, Boris Mikhailovich does not maintain relations with either his son or his grandson, which, judging from the interview, he very much regrets.
Boris Moiseev today
In 2017, the outrageous singer appeared in a new unexpected role. Moiseev went to work for Nadezhda Babkina as a ticket cashier at her concerts. Initially to Russian singer Boris Mikhailovich’s concert director came to work, and later the singer himself tried out the work behind the scenes. Fans of his talent were surprised to notice the artist doing such work. But the pop star did not attach any importance to this and continued to fulfill his duties.
Now the singer is actively restoring his health. He works out on special simulators, has given up alcohol, adheres to doctors’ recommendations, and also regularly takes prescribed medications.
As it became known from the media, the musician became a believer. Such changes in the singer’s worldview occurred after he suffered a stroke.
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In the 1990s, Andrei Derzhavin was one of the most popular domestic artists. Songs performed by him (“Someone else’s wedding”, “Katya-Katerina”, “Brother” and many others) instantly became hits. Where did the singer go? And what is he doing now?
Stalker
Some are still convinced that Andrei Derzhavin is the son of the famous artist Mikhail Derzhavin. In fact, they are just namesakes. Andrei Vladimirovich’s parents had nothing to do with the stage. Both of them were geophysicists and hoped that their son would follow in their footsteps. However, Derzhavin Jr. became interested in music, learned to play the piano and guitar, and even, while still a schoolboy, began performing in various groups on dance floors.
After graduating from school, Andrei applied to the construction department of the institute in the city of Ukhta, where his family lived at that moment. During his student days, Derzhavin, together with his comrades, founded a group called “Stalker”. Then he first announced himself as a vocalist. Largely thanks to the performing talent of the lead singer of the Stalker group, he became popular not only in his native Komi Republic, but throughout the entire Union.
Solo career
In 1992, Derzhavin decided to take up solo career. This was particularly facilitated by the resounding success that befell the singer after performing the song “Don’t Cry, Alice.” After “Don’t Cry, Alice” became a hit, the previously popular group “Stalker” broke up. Andrei began writing new hits (“Someone else’s wedding”, “Brother”, “Cranes”, etc.) and found himself among the most famous artists in the country. In addition, Derzhavin worked in the publication “ Komsomolskaya Pravda” and hosted the TV show “Wider Circle”. Then a legend appeared among the people that the singer was the son of Mikhail Derzhavin.
In the early 2000s, new stars came to the stage. Therefore, Andrei Derzhavin decided to join the Time Machine group, where he began to play keyboards. Nevertheless, Derzhavin continued to write music. IN at the moment he left the Time Machine in order to continue working with the reunited Stalker.
Family
As for Andrei Derzhavin’s personal life, he got married back in the 1980s. His chosen one was Elena Shakhutdinova, with whom he studied at the same university. In 1986, the first-born Vladislav appeared in the family. He, like his father, plays music, sings and plays the guitar. In 2005, Elena gave birth to Andrey’s daughter Anna.
Today, Andrei Vladimirovich is already the grandfather of two grandchildren, Alice and Gerasim.
One of the most popular Russian singers in the early 2000s there was an Oscar. His real name is Shamil Vladimirovich Malkanduev, and stage name was invented by the producer. The future singer was born in Kabardino-Balkaria, where he spent his entire childhood and youth. At the end of the 1990s, Shamil went to Moscow to conquer it with his musical talent.
How popularity came and where Oscar disappeared later
Of great importance in Oscar’s development as a singer was his meeting with producer Sergei Izotov. Their collaboration produced several songs that became instantly popular throughout the country. The hit “Between Me and You” refers specifically to such works. In 2001, the singer became a laureate of the prestigious Golden Gramophone award, but did not perform at the concert due to the producer’s ban. Their conflicts occurred more and more often, and in 2003 there was a final break. Oscar lost the right to use his stage name and perform some of the songs.
Clip: “Between me and you”
Search for new achievements
Shamil tried to sing in Russia without a pseudonym, but at the end of 2003 he moved to the USA. Here he tried to constantly learn and gain the missing experience. The artist studied at film school, was a participant in popular TV shows, released his album Fantasies of a Rockstar, and toured all over America.
How the singer lives now
In 2008, Shamil returned to Russia. At home, he continues to make music: he writes songs, shoots videos, often participates in TV shows, even hosts instagram.
According to media reports, in 2013, Shamil was the victim of an attack by hooligans who severely beat him and robbed him. According to the singer, this incident caused him not only physical, but also mental trauma. However, some critics argue that in this way he was trying to once again attract faded attention.
Today Shamil is 39 years old and continues to work. He recently announced that he has become a Muslim. According to the singer, Islam came into his life and this completely changed his perception of reality. Shamil is confident that wherever he is, Allah is always with him and guides him with his hand.
Singer Vitas was mega popular 15 years ago. The real name of the musician is Vitaly Grachev. His composition “Opera No. 2” and his unique falsetto have become a legend. He toured a lot, recorded albums, and performed at corporate events. Today his great fame in Russia is a thing of the past.
What is Vitas doing now?
Vitaly Grachev is 39 years old, now he works abroad, performs a lot in Europe and the USA, records albums on English. The most popular single is "That Song".
Photo: Instagram @vitalygrachyov
In Russia, the singer stopped actively touring since 2013 after a series of high-profile scandals. Last large-scale solo concert Vitas took place in Moscow a year ago. In the near future performances at native land are not planned.
Legendary images of Vitas
But the 2018 tour will take place in Asian countries. Vitas is very popular in South Korea and Japan. In China, Grachev literally turned into a legend!
On tour in Europe
In addition to music, since 2009 Grachev has been making acting career. He receives invitations to film mainly from Chinese directors. The most famous films with his participation: “Mulan” and “Creation of the Party.” The fees for filming do not amount to millions of dollars, but they are enough for a comfortable life.
Vitas in the film "Mulan"
Vitas is also popular on the Internet. Hundreds of interpretations of his track "The Seventh Element" have been recorded. The song is an absolute hit. Users copy the performance style and image of their favorite artist.
Vitas in China: the secret of popularity
Vitaly Grachev is one of the most sought-after musicians in China. He says that he has an inextricable connection with this state: “The PRC loves me, and I love it. An amazingly beautiful, psychologically comfortable country!”
Vitas is very popular in China
The singer's fan club in China numbers more than 1 million people. Fans erected a monument to Vitas in central park. He received the title of hero, this is the first foreign singer, who received such a high honor.
Monument to Vitas in China
Vitas's wife and children: a love story
The personal life of an idol is not as eventful as his creative life. Vitaly has been happily married to one woman for many years - Svetlana Gracheva. They met at a concert when Vitas turned 19 and the girl was 15. The young artist, already famous in Russia, saw the young beauty among the audience and immediately fell in love.
“I understood that she was underage, and for several years we would only be able to communicate as friends. But I was so in love that it didn’t stop me.”
Vitaly and Svetlana
According to his wife Svetlana, Vitas’s courtship was very pleasant to her: “I looked into his kind eyes and realized that he would never offend me.” They got married in 2006. Honeymoon The young people spent their time actively: hunting, fishing, diving.
Vitas with his wife and daughter
In 2008, their daughter Alla was born. 6 years later - son Maxim. Children go to high school, go in for sports. The singer doesn't say if they have the same ones musical abilities like him: “The main thing is that they grow up healthy and inquisitive. Everything else is not so important."
Vitas at Andrey Malakhov's
In December 2016 famous artist I attended Andrei Malakhov’s “Let Them Talk” program with my family. The issue turned out to be interesting. Friends, former neighbors, and fans of the celebrity gathered in the hall.
Vitas at Andrey Malakhov's
They noted that their idol had gained noticeable weight. Vitas o overweight He didn’t say anything, but he talked with pleasure about his family, childhood, and career. Such complex topics as the singer’s relationship with his father and rare visits to his homeland were touched upon.
The Vitas family on the TV show “Let Them Talk”
It is known that Vitaly does not maintain contact with his own father: “We have different views on the world. He tried to teach me about life, constantly putting pressure on me, proving something. I'm tired of this." According to the musician, the father never met his grandson Maxim and did not show any desire to see the child.
“my fans’ roses”🌹
Vitas is happy with his life. He and his family live in China most of the year. They have a luxurious villa there. Foreign tours and filming give him the opportunity to support his family, travel a lot and not deny anything to his beloved wife and children.