Vera Polozkova
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Vera Nikolayevna Polozkova (born March 5, 1986, in Moscow, Russia) is a celebrated Russian poet, singer, and performer known for merging poetry, theatre, and music. Emerging from Moscow’s vibrant literary scene, she began writing poetry at the age of five and gained early public attention through her blog and live readings at the Bulgakov House in 2007. Her debut poetry collection Nepoemanie (2008) became a breakthrough in contemporary Russian literature, followed by Photosynthesis (2008), a collaboration with photographer Olga Pavolga. These works helped define her as one of the leading voices of post-Soviet poetic expression. In 2011, she expanded her artistry with the demo music album Sign of Inequality, which combined her poetry with musical compositions. She has since performed globally, often alongside composer Alexander Manotskov, blending spoken word, live instrumentation, and theatrical staging. Polozkova’s writing is characterized by its emotional candor, introspective lyricism, and social commentary. Her themes encompass identity, love, motherhood, exile, and moral responsibility. Known for a free-verse style, she bridges traditional Russian poetics with contemporary sensibilities. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Polozkova publicly condemned the war and relocated abroad, reportedly to Cyprus. Her outspoken criticism of Vladimir Putin led to the removal of her works from some Russian bookstores. She continues to perform internationally, championing artistic freedom and humanitarian causes. Her accolades include the Rimma Kazakova Prize (2011) and nominations for the Snob “Made in Russia” and Parabola awards. Polozkova remains one of the most influential Russian-language poets of her generation, known for reviving public interest in poetry through multimedia performance and social media engagement.
Music style
Spoken Word, Contemporary Folk
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