There’s something instantly gripping about “Вино из коробки” by FILIPOVICH, the kind of track that doesn’t ease you in, it pulls you by the collar. From the first few seconds, FILIPOVICH set the tone with a punchy, vibrant groove that feels alive in a way most polished releases today simply don’t. It’s raw, a little rough around the edges, and completely intentional.
Built on a foundation of alternative and indie rock with flickers of funk and grunge, the track carries a restless energy that never really settles. The guitars arrive sharp and confident, carving out tight, memorable riffs, while the rhythm section locks in with precision. There’s a satisfying weight to the bass and drums: grounded, steady, and quietly driving everything forward. You can feel the room it was recorded in, which makes sense given the band’s commitment to a fully analog, live recording process. No gloss, no artificial smoothing, just sound in its most honest form.
Natalia Filipovich delivers with clarity and restraint, letting the emotion sit just beneath the surface rather than spilling over. Singing in Russian adds an extra layer of texture; even if you don’t catch every word, the phrasing flows naturally within the instrumentation. It becomes part of the rhythm itself.
The metaphor is simple but effective. Comparing codependent relationships to cheap boxed wine is both ironic and painfully accurate; something that seems easy, accessible, even comforting at first, but ultimately leaves a hollow aftertaste. That duality, playful yet heavy, runs through the entire track. It’s catchy, but there’s a quiet sting underneath.
You can hear echoes of Arctic Monkeys in the groove and attitude, but FILIPOVICH aren’t imitating, they’re reshaping those influences into something distinctly their own. There’s a balance here between control and chaos, polish and grit.
Through “из коробки,” FILIPOVICH are indeed making a statement. One that is honest, unfiltered, and confidently imperfect!
