While YouTube remains a primary hub for independent content, it has faced periodic slowing and "throttling" in Russia as part of wider internet censorship. Some popular videos, such as Husky's "Judas", have been specifically blocked for Russian users due to depictions of drug use. Categories of Banned Content
Since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, state authorities have ramped up censorship of media — including music videos. But long before the current conflict, Russia’s Roskomnadzor (federal media watchdog) and various courts had been banning or restricting music content deemed “extremist,” “LGBT propaganda,” “drug-glorifying,” or “immoral.” banned+uncensored+uncut+music+videos+russia
Artists who have pushed the boundaries of creative expression have faced particularly harsh reprisals. For instance, the Russian musician, Zemfira, was banned from performing in her native country after releasing a music video that was deemed too "explicit" and " feminist." Similarly, the music video for "I'm a Little Teapot" by a Russian artist, Noize MC, was banned for its perceived "anti-government" message. While YouTube remains a primary hub for independent