But that fateful weekend in August marked a significant change for the Soviets. Suddenly, thousands of rock lovers were listening to rowdy music, screaming expletives, and even dancing in front of ...

Court ruling bans band's activities inside Russia Prosecutors suggested band was state security threat, says TASS Lawyer said their actions were ironic, not a threat, says TASS Band's founder say its ...

The group, called Stoptime, had been performing anti-Kremlin songs for months and gaining in popularity before the authorities moved against the open dissent. By Ivan Nechepurenko Reporting from St.

Dozens of young Russians gather in a St Petersburg square and defy Vladimir Putin in full voice. What they are doing is illegal and risks his wrath. It is an unsanctioned musical performance of a ...