Vadim Baykov

Vadim Gennadiyevich Baykov (Baikov; ; born 18 March 1965 in Volgograd, RSFSR, USSR) is a Soviet and Russian composer, singer, songwriter and producer. Biography In 1970, Vadim Baykov and his mother moved from Volgograd to Klimovsk, Moscow Oblast. In 1972, he entered to the Moscow State Choir Specialized School. Since 1978, Vadim Baykov participated in various VIA bands such as “Rhythm”, “Impulse” etc., where he played on keyboards. In 1985, Vadim Baykov finished 2nd Moscow Regional School of Music in piano and jazz. Has a second specialty – choir conductor. From 1982 to 1984, Vadim Baykov participated as a pianist in various jazz festivals. From 1985 to 1987, Vadim Baykov worked in VIA bands such as “Marie”, “August”, “Leysya, Pesnya”. In 1987, he became the lead singer of the band “Spectr” under the guidance of Lev Leshchenko. In 1990, when Lev Leshchenko created the theater “Music Agency”, Vadim Baykov became a soloist of the theater. In 1993, he left the theater and began a solo career. From 1993 to 2000, Vadim Baykov released four solo albums: “Russian Roulette” (; 1993), “Arithmetic of Love” (; 1995), “Queen of My Dreams” (; 1997), songs which were written specifically for Vad