NetSlov

NetSlov emerged in 1997 in St. Petersburg, Russia, as a duo formed by Daniel Kalashnik and Dmitry Tikov. The band self-described their musical style as "bio," distinguishing it from the "electro" sound of artists like Kraftwerk. Their debut album, Eletronic Ethnology, was released in 1999, quickly establishing an Eastern flavor as a signature element of Netslov's sound.

Daniel Kalashnik articulated the band's creative vision, stating, "I've always found it important mixing spiritless computer-generated soundscapes with ethnical music (with all its warmth and naivety). I believe that the legacy of the ancient music has a chance of finding its way to modern listener only in part with sounds of the urban culture."