21 June 2025
Autumn evening with "Ruki Vverh!" at the main arena of St. Petersburg
The musical group created by Sergey Zhukov and Alexey Potekhin has firmly won the sympathy of millions of fans thanks to their hits, which are still played at retro parties and awaken nostalgic feelings. Their simple but memorable melodies and lyrics about love, separation and the joys of life have become a symbol of an entire generation. The peak of the group's fame came in the late 90s and early 2000s. "Ruki Vverh!" sold out stadiums and the largest concert halls in the country, their songs topped the charts, and their music videos were shown on all music TV channels. Each of their albums went platinum. Such compositions as "Kroshka Moya", "18 Mne Uzhe", "He Kisses You" and "Alyoshka" have become real national hits.
However, as often happens with successful projects, disagreements arose within the group. In 2006, the group broke up: Sergey Zhukov began a solo career under the previous name, and Alexey Potekhin took up producing and created several of his own projects. Today, Sergey Zhukov actively tours with concerts under the brand "Ruki Vverh!", and is also engaged in business - he has several restaurants and other projects. Alexey Potekhin continues to work in the music industry, collaborating with young artists and participating in various musical initiatives. Despite the fact that the original lineup no longer performs together, the band's music continues to live on and delight fans around the world.
During his school years, Sergey Zhukov was not popular among his peers, but he was always attracted to music. He participated in school concerts and organized his first performances in the assembly hall. Young Zhukov dreamed of becoming an actor and even tried to enter a theater school, but fate decreed otherwise - he devoted himself to music. Now he is the face of the group "Ruki Vverh!" and the founder of his own recording studio, where not only the band's new tracks are recorded, but also the works of other pop artists. The production center "Ruki Vverh!" has become a launching pad for talented youth.
Sergey Zhukov has written several books about his musical path, the history of the group "Ruki Vverh!" and personal experiences. These books do not simply list facts and events; they offer an in-depth analysis of the phenomenon of the band's popularity and its influence on Russian pop culture of the late 90s - early 2000s. Zhukov openly talks about the ups and downs, about moments of fame and creative crises. He speaks honestly about the difficulties within the band, competition and ambitions on the path to success. His books open the soul of the artist to the reader, allowing them to see behind the stage image an ordinary person with his weaknesses and dreams.
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