A comprehensive report by Mimeta documenting how Roskomnadzor (Russia’s internet censor) forces streaming services like Yandex.Music to remove thousands of items, including over 14,000 songs and video clips, for containing "false information" or "LGBT propaganda".
Censorship in Russia is primarily enforced through several key statutes: "Gay Propaganda" Ban (Law #135-FZ) banned uncensored uncut music videos russia verified
The cases above are merely the tip of the iceberg. The summer of 2025 saw a massive escalation, with a St. Petersburg court banning 10 tracks by rappers OG Buda, Lil Krystalll, Platina, Kizaru, and Big Baby Tape, ostensibly for drug and LGBT propaganda. A court also banned five songs by the legendary band Leningrad for "incitement to violent action". The band LSP had its video "Monetka" (Coin) blocked for containing "methods to take own llife". Even Telegram channels of banned bands have been targeted for removal. Petersburg court banning 10 tracks by rappers OG
While access is restricted, many viewers still turn to VPNs to access banned music videos on international platforms. 4. The Future of Russian Entertainment Even Telegram channels of banned bands have been