Despite the long history, Mashina released no official albums before 1983, because of the state censorship. Early records were self-released via tapes and not considered albums. Since 1991 all Mashina Vremeny albums are released by Sintez records, Kutikov's record label.
The band is famous for its eclectic style. Makarevich prefers the traditional russian rock style, Kutikov composes more hard rock driven music, while Margulis is credited as one of Russia's major blues players. Through years and lineup changes, almost every member composed a song, and many of them were singing themselves. In 90's, from five instrumentalists of Mashina Vremeni four were singers simultaneously. All of the band's leaders sing in numerous side projects and often release solo albums.
Since the foundation, the band went through dramatical lineup changes. In 1974 Kutikov departed from Mashina due to conflict with drummer Sergey Kavagoe, and was replaced by Margulis. He returned to new lineup, after Margulis and Kavagoe left the band in 1979 and formed Воскресение. From 1979 to 1982 Petr Podgorodetsky played keyboard and composed some boogie-woogie-driven songs with humorous lyrics. In 1982 he was replaced with Alexander Zaytsev.
80's are considered Mashina's "golden era": the ideological suppression on band was eased and they were allowed to tour and publish albums officially. In 1980 Mashina Vremeni won the first prize on Tbilisi Rock Festival (runner-up was Автограф). Many of the most popular songs, such as Povorot (The Turn), Marionetki (Puppets), Kosteor (Flame) belong to this period.
In 1990 Mashina celebrated its 20th anniversary with a gig on Red Square. Many friendly musicians, including band's former members, participated in it. As Zaytsev was fired due to his alcohol abuse, Mashina leaders invited Margulis and Podgorodetsky to join the reunion. This lineup, consisting of four singing songwriters and considered the most famous, remained until 2000, when the band once again fired its keyboardist, now Podgorodetsky. Currently keyboards are played by Andrey Derzhavin.
Шанхай-блюз
Машина Времени Lyrics
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Когда нам было все равно,
Что пить, с кем жить, как быть
И время проходило хай-фай
Мы пели блюз Шанхай.
Когда свет, свет побед
Прошлых лет, сказал тебе "Привет"
И вспомни, вспомни блюз Шанхай.
Соберем старый хор
И возьмем любимый ля-мажор
Тогда года – не беда
А не веришь – ты мне сам подыграй
Все тот же блюз Шанхай
А потом, за столом,
О былом, и о том, и о сем
Мы споем, и нальем, и снова нальем.
Пусть это будет не чай,
Помянем блюз Шанхай
Шанхай блюз, Шанхай блюз...
These lyrics are from the song "Шанхай-блюз" ("Shanghai Blues") by the Russian rock band Машина Времени (Time Machine). The song is nostalgic and evokes a sense of longing for a bygone era when the singer and their friends were carefree and everything seemed possible.
The first verse sets the scene by referencing a time long ago when the singer and their friends didn't care about what to drink, who to live with, or how to be. It was a time when time itself seemed to pass by with a high-fidelity sound. During this period, they sang the Shanghai blues, which implies that they were harmonizing and finding solace in the music.
The second verse begins with a reference to the victory of past years' light, symbolizing the fading memories of a brighter past. Though the glory days may be gone, the singer advises not to hang one's head in despair. Instead, they urge the listener to recall the Shanghai blues as a way to lift their spirits and find solace in the memories and music of a simpler time.
In the third verse, the singer suggests gathering their old chorus and playing their beloved major chord. Here, the lyrics suggest that when they come together as a group and play the familiar tune of the Shanghai blues, the years become insignificant. They challenge the listener to join in and play along, as if implying that anyone can participate in the timeless nature of the Shanghai blues.
The final verse suggests sitting around a table, reminiscing about the past, conversing about this and that, while singing and pouring drinks together. The choice of beverages being something other than tea implies a desire to let loose and indulge in the present moment. In doing so, they want to remember and honor the Shanghai blues, allowing it to be a lasting memory and an homage to the connection and joy they experienced during that time.
Overall, the lyrics of "Шанхай-блюз" express a longing for a simpler past and the desire to reconnect with the joy and camaraderie that was shared through the music of the Shanghai blues. It encourages listeners to remember and appreciate the power of music as a means of finding solace and creating lasting memories.
Line by Line Meaning
Давным-давно,
Long ago,
Когда нам было все равно,
When we didn't care,
Что пить, с кем жить, как быть
What to drink, who to live with, what to do
И время проходило хай-фай
And time was passing by
Мы пели блюз Шанхай.
We sang Shanghai blues.
Когда свет, свет побед
When the light, the light of victory
Прошлых лет, сказал тебе "Привет"
Of past years, said hello to you
Ну что ж, пускай, ты голову не опускай,
Well then, let it be, don't hang your head
И вспомни, вспомни блюз Шанхай.
And remember, remember Shanghai blues.
Соберем старый хор
Let's gather an old choir
И возьмем любимый ля-мажор
And play our favorite major key
Тогда года – не беда
Then years are not a problem
А не веришь – ты мне сам подыграй
And if you don't believe, play along with me
Все тот же блюз Шанхай
It's still the same Shanghai blues
А потом, за столом,
And then, at the table,
О былом, и о том, и о сем
About the past, and about this and that
Мы споем, и нальем, и снова нальем.
We'll sing, and pour drinks, and pour again.
Пусть это будет не чай,
Let it not be tea,
Помянем блюз Шанхай
Let's remember Shanghai blues
Шанхай блюз, Шанхай блюз...
Shanghai blues, Shanghai blues...
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Евгений Маргулис, Валерий Сюткин, Сергей Миров
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"Шанхай-блюз"
Давным-давно
Когда нам было все равно,
Что пить, с кем жить, как быть
И время проходило хай-фай
Мы пели блюз Шанхай.
Когда свет, свет побед
Прошлых лет, сказал тебе "Привет"
Ну что ж, пускай, ты голову не опускай,
И вспомни, вспомни блюз Шанхай.
Соберем старый хор
И возьмем любимый ля-мажор
Тогда – года – не беда
А не веришь – ты мне сам подыграй
Все тот же блюз Шанхай
А потом, за столом
О былом, и о том, и о сем
Мы споем, и нальем, и снова нальем.
Пусть это будет не чай,
Помянем блюз Шанхай
Шанхай блюз, Шанхай блюз...
@user-nm1yr5sr8z
Это просто шикарно и профессионально ,а Маргулис лучший джазмен страны!
@user-tp8ci2er7p
господи ... дай бог счастья и здоровья ! сколько удовольствия и прекрасных эмоций принесли мне эти люди ... !!!! а что мне принесла поганая моль
@user-hc5xp7cu6r
Это эталон исполнения этой песни)
@user-vm7cm8zj8p
Александру Дитковскому респект.
@viktorta8867
Труба - просто сумашествие....
@user-oj7ko9kq9x
Ауиодоргазм из детства/юности..эти песни жили где-то в той поре,там, где мы застыли,словномухив янтаре.
@user-ke1gs5go8n
Вау! Музыка вечна( особенно блюз)
@rezajafari6395
Привет от русского в Китае!
@AlexAlex-wl6jl
Трубач из "Квартала"--бомба
@Roman_Uzhasoff
Не стареют душой ветераны! Необычная аранжировка давно знакомой песни порадовала. Единственное что - Державин совершенно не вписывается в группу, но здесь его почти не слышно. А уж когда Евгений взял старинную двенашку - это вообще кайф!