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Wednesday, July 25, 2012

"Russian Party" Explained By Dan. Part 3

I may call these "Russian parties," but  the main common thread amongst all these students is that they can speak the Russian language.  They may be from Mongolia, Mondolvia, Poland, Belarus, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and many others.  Most of these countries were part of the Soviet Union until the 90's which meant the common language was Russian.  Even though they all have their own languages, they all can speak Russian.  Except me, I know like 5 words.




Being that some of these college students are from major cities and others from village like towns, the access to such parties is not a staple back home for all.  "Turn that music up man!!!!" says one party animal to another.  The bass is pumping and peeps are dancing.  The stereos are always big and pumping and they don't skimp out on the light show either.  With a box full of DJ lighting and smoke machines to boot, you'd think you were at a club by the ambiance of the room.  Instead of going out to the club, they just make the house into a club.



Glen Landing has been lucky enough to become the house band of these, "Russian Parties."  Providing live music for these house gatherings that don't usually start until the stroke of midnight.
Since Ania is from Belarus, she is GL's connect to all this.  If I didn't know Ania, then I'd probably never even know that this underground scene existed.  Every party that we have played is a little different.  Some are more of a listening party and sing-alongs, then others have been all-out bangers going until the sun's up.  The crowds of college students flocking to the scene, looking to rage and have a good time, all enjoy a live band.  Glen Landing comes and brings the noise to help add to the experiences that these students take home with them.  It is special for us to share this with them and equally special for them to experience it with us.





Music is the one common thread that all people in this world can relate to.  It is our link to one another. Without understanding one word spoken of another, you can still find  a relation in song.  I have found that their is many more casual musicians at these parties than at an "American" party.  Before and after Glen Landing rocks these parties, you could call it an open jam.  You'd be pleasantly surprised to see that probably half these party goers can play an instrument, so they rock out too!!!  I'm bringing the accordion next week to see who is truly legit!!!





My experiences have taught me that if u want to sing-along, then you should.  It's a, "everybody sings" community of friends.  From all walks of life and different nations, they sing loud and in with harmony together.  I don't understand what they are singing but, I've been told they are traditional folk or pop songs.  Sing loud while holding your brother or sister next to you, feeling the vibes and spreading the love and never the hate.  I hope i have clearly explained of what a "Russian Party" is, so I thank my foreign brothers for sharing in these great times with me and Glen Landing.  Till the next one...... this SATURDAY!!!!


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