A1: Yes. As of September 1, 2025, a new law in Russia makes it a punishable offense for individuals to "deliberately search for or gain access" to content on the federal list of extremist materials, which includes many songs and music videos. Offenders face fines of up to 5,000 rubles ($64).
: Federal Law No. 139-FZ and subsequent amendments allow for the immediate blocking of content deemed to promote drug use or suicide. These have been used to block videos like Husky's "Judas" on YouTube due to depictions of smoking. "Foreign Agent" and Military Discreditation Banned- Uncensored Uncut Music Videos Russia
: Following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, new laws criminalize "false information" about the military . Artists labeled as "foreign agents," such as Noize MC A1: Yes
: The most emblematic case. Banned since 2012 for their "punk prayer" at Moscow's Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the feminist punk band's entire catalog has been systematically outlawed. In 2025, a Moscow court officially designated the band itself as an "extremist organization," meaning any interaction with their music—even a like on social media—is now potentially illegal. The video for their anti-war song "Mama, Don't Watch TV" was cited as key evidence in this ruling. : Federal Law No
It is vital to understand the stakes. As of 2024-2025, viewing or distributing can carry severe penalties.