Chechnya Implements Tempo Restrictions on Music
Chechnya has reportedly banned all music outside of 80 - 116 BPM, excluding many modern genres like pop and electro music, in an effort to align with traditional values and the "Chechen mentality." Artists have until June 1 to rewrite music that doesn't meet the criteria, or they won't be allowed to perform it in public. The republic, known for its conservative Islamic society, has also faced criticism for its brutal persecution of the LGBTQ+ community, with reports of anti-gay purges and violence.