Childhood and youth
Alexander Kogan is from Tajikistan, Dushanbe. Born in 1980, April 15, zodiac sign - Aries. The family moved to Moscow when the boy was six years old. However, four years later he had to move from the capital to the United States, where Alexander’s father, Valery Kogan, worked at the UN headquarters in New York.
Alexander Kogan in his youth
The future artist continued his education in California, where he studied at Woodside Priory local college for three years (since 1995). In 1998, Kogan entered George Mason University, which is located in Fairfax County (Virginia), and received a degree in political science. Since childhood, Alexander has been playing musical instruments (guitar and piano).
The beginning of Alexander Kogan's musical career
At the age of 14, the boy wrote his first song, and a little later created a musical group. After finishing school in 1995, he went to college in California, graduating with honors in 1998.
Alexander Kogan graduated from college with honors. After thinking a little, Sasha decided to enter the famous George Mason Institute in Virginia. He also graduated with honors, becoming a certified political scientist. During his studies, he learned to play the guitar and piano. In parallel with his studies, the guy traveled around the country and gave concerts.
Music
It is known that from the age of seven, Alexander Kogan knew the basics of playing the piano. In an interview for the Internet portal Ok-magazine.ru, he said that he grew up in a creative family where art was an integral part of life. The older sister, a conservatory student, often studied and rehearsed at home, and little Sasha watched with interest and tried to play the piano.
Musician Alexander Kogan
For some time, a tutor taught him music. However, Alexander admitted, the process turned out to be too labor-intensive. The teachers insisted that the boy had no abilities. According to Kogan, since childhood he saw any melody in his own way and tried to remake it.
At the age of 14, the teenager already had sketches of original musical works. At the age of 18, Kogan became the founder of a musical group, without which not a single student event could take place. By the way, Alexander toured a lot in American cities. Popular English-language compositions: “Baby You're An Astronaut”, “Leaving Tomorrow Behind”, “I Will”.
Alexander Kogan's song “The Girl of My Dreams” (under the pseudonym Christian Ako)
Alexander Valerievich decided to connect his life with creativity while still a student studying political science. The future artist received a diploma, but did not work in his specialty. In 2001, Kogan returned to the capital and told his parents that he was taking up his musical career. Alexander’s relatives did not support Alexander’s idea at first.
The creative path of Alexander Kogan began with collaboration with Alla Borisovna Pugacheva. Having learned about his desire to make music professionally, Diva invited an old friend to the recording studio. It was this period that became Kogan’s first step into the world of show business.
Alexander Kogan on stage
He performed songs under the pseudonym Christian Ako. Alexander did not make a big impression on the audience then. Although the artist’s appearance is immediately memorable: tall and stately, he always looked harmonious on stage and screen (height 178 cm, weight 86 kg).
Alexander wanted to establish himself in the musical field as the author of his own compositions: from text to melody. On the advice of Alla Borisovna, the singer again left for the USA to learn the craft from professionals.
Alexander Kogan's song "I'm Waiting for a Call"
In America, since 2004, two-time Grammy Award winner, composer Walter Afanasyev, has taken on Kogan’s training. Alexander studied in his studio for two and a half years. Later he worked with Canadian singer David Foster. Kogan's debut solo concert took place in New York.
Since 2011, joint work with the popular Russian composer Viktor Drobysh brought Alexander Kogan his first serious success: with the song “Who Invented the World,” the singer was awarded the Golden Gramophone award in 2013. The artist’s fame increased sharply, and the following compositions (“Who Dumped Whom” and “I’m Waiting for a Call”) turned out to be no less successful.
Alexander Kogan's song “Who Invented the World”
An important stage in Kogan’s creative path was meeting Julio Iglesias in 2012 at one of the private concerts in New York. The conversation after the performance grew into friendly communication, and in 2013 Julio invited Alexander to perform at the beginning of his concerts and travel through Russian and Ukrainian cities (Moscow, St. Petersburg, Rostov-on-Don, Dnepropetrovsk). The collaboration with the Spanish celebrity continued with a world tour (Ireland, Great Britain, USA, Canada, Holland, South America).
Singer Alexander Kogan
In 2013 and 2014, Alexander performed at the annual international competition “New Wave”, which was held in Jurmala, and then for two years in a row - in Sochi. In 2014, Kogan became a guest star at the Kremlin Gala event “Ballet Stars of the 21st Century”.
Alexander Kogan began working on his first album in 2013 together with producer Viktor Drobysh. For the single “Who Abandoned Whom,” the singer was awarded the second Golden Gramophone. The debut collection “I'm Waiting for a Call” was released in 2020. After the presentation of the album, Kogan went on tour around Russia. In 2020, a video for the song “Happiness” was released.
Alexander Kogan's song "Who abandoned whom"
In 2013, Alexander Kogan received a cameo role in the film “Defender” (directed by Boaz Yakin), and also participated in the productions “Pool of Love” and “Kalina Krasnaya”. The performances took place at the Russian Song Theater, directed by Nadezhda Babkina.
In 2017, the singer released a joint song with popular artist Stas Mikhailov, “God Give Us.”
Personal life of Alexander Kogan
Alexander Kogan devotes all his free time only to his career. Perhaps he could boast of victories on the love front, but he prefers not to show off his personal life. Until now, the media have not been able to capture a young guy in company with the opposite sex.
Alexander Kogan has not yet found a wife. In any case, he has enough pretty fans who can turn into his soulmate in the blink of an eye.
Personal life
Alexander Kogan answers questions about his personal life evasively, although it is known that the singer was not married. Years of study and hard work left him absolutely no time for his personal life.
Alexander Kogan in 2020
Many sources discuss with interest that Kogan was not seen in the company of women: representatives of the press were not able to take a single photo, and there is not a hint of a happy family life on social networks.
Biography of Alexander Kogan
Alexander Kogan is a popular international songwriter and performer. And these are not big words - he managed to become famous not only in Russia, but also in the States and Europe. Thanks to his open character, the man was able to make many useful acquaintances, including Alla Pugacheva, Fyodor Bondarchuk and Julio Iglesias.
Singer Alexander Kogan It is worth noting that he knows and feels his listener very well, so each of his new songs is sure to become a hit.
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Singer Alexander Kogan spoke about his career in the USA, as well as about working with Pugacheva, Iglesias and vacationing with Kirkorov.
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The name of Alexander Kogan appeared last year when he burst into the charts with lightning speed and received the Golden Gramophone award. Previously, he loudly announced himself by performing at the Julio Iglesias concert as part of the “New Wave” in Jurmala.
And although Alexander has solid experience behind him, he is still called an aspiring singer. And all because until recently Kogan worked abroad. And the other day his first album was released in Russia, on which our correspondent congratulated the artist.
“You shouldn’t expect easy ways”
– Alexander, you previously toured America with your group, and now you switched to Russia. Have you given up the desire to conquer the West?
– I studied in America and, accordingly, lived and worked there too. We toured, filmed videos... I even had a solo album in New York. But I always wanted to introduce my work to our audience. In general, I believe that for a real musician there are no boundaries. Of course, it’s hard to work for two markets, but if you want to achieve recognition, then you shouldn’t expect easy ways.
– Remember when you first wanted to make music?
– When I was 10 years old, my older sister Darina took me to the first big concert in my life at the Olimpiysky sports complex. She worked as a correspondent for a magazine, so we were given access backstage to the sound check. I was so amazed by this atmosphere, the energy of the live hall! I think at that moment I realized what I wanted to do in the future.
Alexander Kogan: Julio Iglesias is not just a brilliant musician, but also a kind, sympathetic person / Gennady Usoev
Vacationed with Philip Kirkorov
– About ten years ago, you were first introduced to the public by Alla Pugacheva. How did you meet?
– We were introduced by family friends. At that time I was young (laughs) and didn’t really understand how I saw myself on stage, what I wanted to convey to the audience. Alla Borisovna noticed this immediately. She then told me: “For now, this is pampering for you. Let’s not mention your name, but come up with a pseudonym.”
And I became Christian Ako. For about a year. But this year gave me a lot: I learned to work, I realized that music is not only a passion, but also a lot of work. Working with Alla Borisovna is a tremendous experience and a gift.
– You performed as an opening act for Julio Iglesias. Do you continue to communicate?
– We continue to communicate and work together. For several years now I have been taking part in his concert tour. Very soon we will perform in Russia again: on March 6 – in St. Petersburg, on March 8 – in Moscow.
I have said more than once that Julio Iglesias is my creative mentor. Friendship and work with him gave me a lot as an artist. Julio is not just a brilliant musician, but also a kind, sympathetic person. He has a wonderful family, a charming wife and many children. For example, I know five (laughs).
Alexander Kogan with Philip Kirkorov / Instagram
– Now your song “I’m Waiting for a Call” is constantly playing on the radio. Are you addicted to your phone?
– Each time dictates its own rules. Whether we like it or not, now almost the entire world is dependent on the Internet and telephone. Naturally, this theme is reflected in creativity. As for me personally, I spend a lot of time on the Internet, but mostly for work, I don’t have time to just wander around the Internet. But sometimes you really want to turn off all means of communication and be alone with your thoughts.
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– You recently vacationed with Philip Kirkorov. Did he offer to become your producer?
– We were in Miami during the New Year holidays. Since Philip and I have known each other for a long time and are good friends, we naturally went to visit each other. But there have been no talks about producing yet. But who knows (laughs).
Soon I will present my album in Russian, this will be my first big word in Russian pop music. I am a co-author of many songs. They are mostly about love, but there are also some fiery provocative compositions. Although, by and large, they are also about love.
Alla Pugacheva / Russian Look
– Since we’re talking about love, who did you congratulate on February 14?
– My heart is free now. I would even say that I am actively searching (laughs), so I congratulated all the charming girls.
From the biography of Alexander Kogan
The singer rarely gives interviews, as he tries not to advertise some aspects of his biography. Here are some interesting facts from the artist’s life.
• Alexander’s father is an influential businessman, co-owner of Domodedovo Airport Valery Kogan. • For a long time, Alexander's family lived in the USA. This was due to the fact that my father was invited to work at the UN. • In 1995–1998. Kogan Jr. studied at a California school. • In 2013, Alexander appeared on screens in a small role in the film “The Protector” by Hollywood director Boaz Yakin, where Jason Statham played the main role.
