SMIRNOV’s story is a story to tell! “Typical Russian wonder!” That’s what Russian journalists say about Ivan Smirnov and his new project SMIRNOV as a result of an incredible journey from the winters of Russia to the center of L.A. music scene.Year 2009. SMIRNOV has recently finished recording his American debut album "PRIVET EARTH!" with a Grammy-nominated producer Robb Vallier ( Bon Jovi’s “Blaze of Glory”, P. McCartney, Eurythmics, Whaling souls etc) and has just finished shooting a video for his first single "A Phuken Angel"...Born in Saint Petersburg and raised in a small city of Vologda a few hundred miles from Moscow, Ivan was heavily influenced by the American/British rock scene and started writing his own material in English at the age of 8. While studying classical piano, Ivan also picked up the guitar and by the age of 19 he had an independent self-produced album under his belt. Going international was always his dream. This dream finally drove him to pursue his career nowhere else, but the entertainment capitol of the world – Los Angeles! His friends thought that this penniless 19 year old student was just joking... But just a few years ago, after twelve thousand miles and obstacles Ivan finally made it to Hollywood! “The struggle was unbelievable!”, remembers Ivan, “One day I even found myself homeless sitting in front of a McDonalds in Burbank with the only thing I owned – my guitar” But he didn’t give up. His explosive performances, unique vocal style and enormous talent quickly gained this Russian wonder respect among everyone who heard his music. With kick-**** shows at top Hollywood clubs and dedicated fans in different parts of the planet, SMIRNOV is ready for SUCCESS!
Location: AMERICA NORTH: USA: California (CA)
Sound Like: Rock