Alexander Malinin

Alexander Malinin (Malinin Aleksandr) is a famous Russian singer, composer. He was most popular in the first half of the 90s. Fans love him for his excellent vocal data, unusual genre and style of performance.

Sasha was born in October 1958 in the city of Sverdlovsk. At first, the boy received his father's surname Vyguzov. Parents were simple workers, had nothing to do with music, due to the constant employment of sons engaged in little, and then divorced. Most of the time Alexander was left to himself, and also looked after his younger brother Oleg. But the boy grew up very independent. Already studying in junior high school, he traveled all over the city, visiting many clubs and sections - looking for something to do to his liking.

In his autobiography, Alexander notes that the most important role in his development as an artist played a circle "Young Lazarevets" at the DK Railway. It was led by Nikolai Sidorov, under whose guidance Sasha learned to play the horn and French horn, joined the big stage and traveled almost all over the USSR.

With music all his life

Having finished nine grades, Alexander entered a railway technical school. But after 4 days he realized that this profession does not suit him, and in fact the soul lies in music. With the help of a former teacher, as well as thanks to his abilities, the guy entered the variety studio at the Sverdlovsk Philharmonic, where he studied singing under the guidance of recognized masters. After graduation, Alexander became a soloist of the Ural Academic Choir, but not for long, because he was drafted into the army. The young man had to serve in the song and dance ensemble, where he could fully demonstrate his own skills and abilities. Demobilized, Sasha decided to move to Moscow. In the next 6 years he managed to work in several ensembles, including the rock group "Flowers" of Stas Namin.

1986 was a turning point in his biography. He was in a car accident, after which he barely survived. The prognosis seemed disappointing: doctors predicted that the artist will not be able to walk, let alone sing. To find the strength to live on, Alexander turned to God and was baptized. The music of Vysotsky, whom he listened to all day long, also played a favorable role. A miracle happened - the artist began to walk and could sing again.

The following years became very fruitful for the singer. With the support of a friend from America, he recorded a solo album, changing his last name to Malinin. Under the same he performed at the "Rock Panorama", where, accompanying himself on the guitar, performed the songs "Black Raven" and "Yamshchik, do not chase horses".

But the landmark moment in his creative work was his participation in the festival in Jurmala in 1988. Showing himself the best among young performers, Malinin received the grand prize. His compositions "Corrida", "Love and Separation" made a great impression on both the jury and the audience.

The unique style of performance attracted public attention to the artist and allowed him to realize his dream of a solo program called "Alexander Malinin's Balls". These events gather full halls in Moscow, St. Petersburg, cities of the USA, Germany and England. Every time Alexander Malinin pleases his fans with new vocal masterpieces, among which:

• "Vain words";
• "Poruchik Golitsyn";
• "White Horse";
• "Lady Hamilton";
• "Shores."

In general, for 30 years of career, the singer recorded more than three dozen disks, which came out in large circulation, received many honorary awards and titles. And today he continues to work on a new repertoire, performing all his songs live. Details about the singer's career - in the blog about artists on our website.

Personal life

The personal life of the artist is a rather complicated topic. His relationship with his father, wives and children not once brought to the public and even became a subject of discussion on talk shows.

The first time the singer married as soon as he served in the army. His wife was Inna Kurochkina, formerly performing in the ensemble "Singing Guitars". In 1981 they had a son Nikita, and 2 years later they divorced. The initiator of the separation was Malinin himself. With his son Alexander did not maintain relations, Nikita grew up without him, but despite this, followed in his father's footsteps, becoming a singer and composer.

The second marriage Malinin concluded with singer Olga Zarubina. The couple lived for 2 years, raising a daughter Kira. Then the spouses parted with a loud scandal. As a result, the wife went to America, forbidding the father to see his daughter. Her return to the Russian Federation caused a new series of scandals and public proceedings between the star couple. Malinin even filed a lawsuit to protect his honor.

In 1990, the singer married a doctor Emma Zalukaeva. In 2000, the family had a son Frol and a daughter Ustinya. Currently, the young man is trying his hand at painting. Ustinya recorded her debut album, which caused unprecedented pride of her father.