Igor Talkov @ Yubileiny Concert Hall, Leningrad, October 6 1991 – The immensely popular Russian pop star sold millions of records in his homeland. He gained popularity for his well crafted songs and politically charged lyrics. His life ended in tragedy when he was shot backstage at a concert. The murder was declared a national tragedy in the former Soviet Union , while the funeral was a huge televised event. He has been honoured with his own stamp and there is a Moscow museum named after him.
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