Mikhail Krug is a bard, songwriter and singer, the most famous and popular representative of the Russian chanson, who was rightly called the "king" in this direction. His most famous composition, Vladimir Central, is recognizable throughout the world.
Mikhail Vladimirovich Krug (real name Vorobyov) was born in 1962 in the city of Kalinin, which is now called Tver. From an early age he was in love with the work of Vladimir Vysotsky. Maybe due to this I learned to play the guitar, and began to write poetry. By the way, he wrote his first work at the age of 14 in honor of his classmate. The circle tried to imitate Vysotsky in the manner of performing songs. Mikhail ran away from school, studied poorly, but his passion for songs and guitar was unchanged.
The beginning of the creative path
In 1986, the Circle met with Svetlana, his future wife. She became the first producer of Mikhail, it was she who managed to convince the musician that his work must be made available to everyone. Indeed, up to this point, all songs written by the Circle went “to the table”, and if they were performed, then in the circle of acquaintances and friends.
Svetlana insisted on constant performances of the musician, constantly offered to participate in various competitions, recorded songs on audio tapes. She herself sewed the first concert costumes and strongly supported Michael at the beginning of the journey. It is known that in 1996 his first full-fledged concert took place, but by that time he had already released four albums. In 1988, the son Dmitry was born, but, unfortunately, a year later, they broke up with Svetlana. The reason for the divorce was numerous Circle novels.
The legend of Russian chanson
While still at the institute, Mikhail took part in the author’s song contest, taking first place in it with his own creation “About Afghanistan”. This was the impetus for serious creativity at a professional level. The bard Evgeni Klyachkin also played a significant role, he discerned the potential and talent of the beginning bard.
The first three albums of Mikhail Krug are not officially published, however, almost all of the compositions were included in the subsequent ones. In 1994, with the release of the new work "Zhigan-Lemon", the creative fate of the musician changed dramatically. Despite the specific name, the album contained not only thieves' songs, he and lyrical compositions. Thanks to this, the circle of admirers of talent has expanded significantly.
Recognition Outside the Homeland
The circle performed in Germany, America, Israel, and everywhere it was waiting for success and deafening applause. And most importantly - the indisputable recognition of the talent and status of the king of chanson. The musician often gave charity concerts in prisons. Critics admitted that it was Mikhail who managed to convey in his songs the special mood, thoughts, dreams and experiences of prisoners.
Mikhail Krug began to perform songs not only of his own composition. So, a number of compositions for him were written by Alexander Belolebedinsky, “Svetochka” was written by Leonid Efremov, and “Sparks in the fireplace”, “Student” or “Chaim” were folk songs, previously performed by Arkady Severny.
The most famous song of the Circle "Vladimir Central" was included in the album "Madame". It is with her that the image of a musician is associated, it is believed that she is dedicated to Sasha Severny, the famous thief in law.
