Nyusha

Anna Vladimirovna Shurochkina, known professionally as Nyusha, was born on August 15, 1990, in Moscow, Russia, into a musical family. Her father, Vladimir Shurochkin, was a former member of the musical group Laskovyi Mai, and her mother, Irina Shurochkina, had a background in rock music. Nyusha began performing at an early age, first entering a studio at five and later joining the group Grizli at age 11, with whom she toured in Russia and Germany. She formally adopted the stage name Nyusha at 17, and her career gained significant momentum in 2007 when she won first place in a popular television talent show, performing songs by various artists.

Nyusha’s debut single, “Вою на луну” (“Voyu na Lunu”), was released in 2009 and received award nominations. Her second single, “Не перебивай” (“Nye perebivay”), achieved commercial success, reaching number one on the Russian airplay chart in 2010. This was followed by her third single, “Выбирать чудо” (“Vibirat Chudo”), which also topped the Russian airplay chart, including in Moscow and St. Petersburg. In September 2010, she signed with Gala Records, leading to the release of her debut album, also titled “Выбирать чудо,” in November of the same year.

Her career continued to develop with further releases and appearances. In 2010, she released “Не перебивай,” and in 2011, she released “Больно” (It Hurts) and “Выше” (Higher). The song “Выше” topped various charts in Russia in January 2012. Nyusha performed at the Crocus City Hall in Moscow on April 28, 2012, as part of her debut album promotional tour. During this concert, she introduced new songs, including “Воспоминание,” “Объединение,” and a duet with her father titled “You Are My Life.” She also expanded her work into voice acting, dubbing characters in animated films like “The Snow Queen” (2013) and “The Snow Queen 2: Refreeze” (2014). In 2014, Nyusha won the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Russian Act.