Though they’re from Russia, The Sextape are actually not in favour of how their authorities is dealing with issues, notably with regard to the unlawful invasion of Ukraine, and their stance has threatened their careers, their freedom, and their very lives. When Russia first attacked Kiev, The Sextape made their transfer: first from Moscow to Turkey, after which on to Argentina. Led by frontman Alexander Shterle, The Sextape have performed with musicians in every nation they’ve been to, however discovering a everlasting lineup has been a problem, on account of quite a lot of causes, together with immigration restrictions. No matter this, they’ve nonetheless managed to make unimaginable, combative, rock music which displays the turbulent state of the world as they realize it and the restlessness of the lives they’re main.

‘Queen Of The Fools’ is a rare track, and it took extraordinary musicians to make it. It’s a rallying cry of the type of track that will get a complete crowd standing on their seats, shouting, and clapping alongside. Taken from the band’s debut album, ‘Prelude’, ‘Queen Of The Fools’ is the standout observe from an album that’s managed to be a streaming hit with greater than 100K streams throughout all platforms – all with none press protection. Wherever they go, The Sextape have struck a chord with the locals, and located a legion of devoted followers.

With a observe as dramatic as this one, it was essential to have an equally dramatic video, and director Roman Safin has actually provide you with the products. Crammed with all of the drama, allure, sexuality, and darkish great thing about the track, the clip for ‘Queen Of The Fools’ was shot in Istanbul, utilizing the glamorous however gritty nightclubs of that metropolis for its set. Identical to The Sextape, the video additionally introduced collectively a bunch of pros from a spread of nations – Russian actress Lera Shtuovskaya performed the primary character, whereas Turkish actor Resit Berker Enhos carried out the function because the second sufferer. There’s additionally a cameo from non-binary mannequin @achcaan (he/they), who took half together with his husband. Different crew members – cameramen, lighting artists, manufacturing artists, and so forth, had labored with high-profile acts with budgets to match, however have been wanting to work with this impartial band and their insatiable drive and need to create.

The story follows a beautiful younger girl at evening, as she traverses dim corridors and poorly lit dance flooring. She’s attempting to keep away from being captured, and he or she retains altering outfits, whereas luring harmful males into compromising positions. The footage is then drowned in electrifying membership lighting, making certain the scenes are stored ambiguous. We’re left uncertain as as to whether or not we should always cheer on the thief, as she steals the belongings of her unwary prey, or ought to we condemn her for her ruthlessness? Watch proper by means of to the tip as the story takes a couple of twists and turns – and one which proves to be heartbreaking.

Watch the music video for ‘Queen Of The Fools’ under, and meet up with The Sextape and their music on-line on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

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