him any woman with which to reproduce. The songs often include criminal slang, jargon and vulgarities, which the group says is necessary in order to accurately represent criminal life in Russia. However, official Governmental sources have denounced bands that sing in the style of Russian Chanson, with Vladimir Ustinov, the former prosecutor general, calling it "propaganda of the criminal subculture." Musically, the group builds upon the style of Russian bard music, which features strong vocals with a guitar accompaniment. The music mixes these more traditional instruments with an accordion, synthesizer, and drums. Reception Due to the propensity of Russian piracy, it is difficult to measure how many Lesopoval records have been sold. Furthermore, the genre is typically relegated to late-night broadcasts due to governmental pressure, and is not typically played on the radio, where Russian pop is more popular. However, Lesopoval regularly performs concerts, and is one of the most popular current Chanson bands in Russia. Critically, the band has received positive reviews from critics. The Russian website Pravda positively reviewed their recent concerts, but stated that the group's first hit -- "I will buy you a house" (sung by Sergey Korzhukov) -- remains their most popular and well-sung song. Discography Ya kuplyu tebe dom / I will buy you a house (1993) Kogda ya pridu / When I come (1993) Vorovskoj zakon / Law of thieves (1993) Poslednij kontsert s Sergeem Korzhukovym / The final concert with Sergey Korzhukov (1994) Amnistiya / Amnesty (1995) Novyj sostav / New composition (1996) Koroleva Margo / Queen Margo (1996) 101-j kilometr / 101st kilometer (1998) Legendy Russkogo Shansona tom / Legends of Russian Chanson Volume (2000) Kormilets / The Feeder (2000) Lichnoe svidanie / Conjugal visit (2001) Ya - ottuda / I am from there (2002) Bazara net / No rumble (2003) Svobodna, blin! / Freedom, darn it! (2005) Vintorez / The Rifle (2006) Ulybnis, Rossiya! / Smile, Russia! (2006) Mama - ulitsa / Mother Street (2007) Nasha Zhizn / Our Life (2008) References Russian chanson Russian musical groups Musical groups established in 1990