Potap Loses His Spot on the Star Walk
Ukrainian producer and rapper Potap has had his commemorative plaque removed from the Walk of Fame near the Gulliver shopping center in Kyiv. The star belonging to his former partner, singer Nastya Kamenskikh, was also taken down. Potap shared the news on his Threads account, expressing surprise at the development.
Potap originally received his star on the Walk of Fame in November 2019, when it was installed to mark the 20th anniversary of his career in the music industry. In his post, he suggested replacing his and Kamenskikh's stars with those of other artists, naming four performers:
- Brukylets
- Kazhanna
- Shugar
- Anna Trincher
The artist posted this call in the comments, inviting his followers to join the discussion.
Commenters Weigh In
In response to Potap's proposal, commenters began actively suggesting their own candidates for stars. Among the names put forward were:
- Pyvovarov
- Kozak System
- Melovin
- Jerry Heil
- Zlata Ognevich
“There are plenty of options,” commenters noted, sharing their views on who might be a worthy successor to Potap and Kamenskikh on the Walk of Fame.
Some remarks were ironic. One user observed: “In your case, even Patron the dog would shine brighter.” Others suggested that the removal might be part of a plan to relocate the stars to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Ultimately, Ukrainians actively debated which artists have contributed more to the country's music scene, with one comment stating: “Four artists who have done more for Ukrainian music in two years than all your Mozgi did in 20 years.”
The situation surrounding Kyiv's Walk of Fame highlights shifts in the Ukrainian music industry and the rising prominence of newer artists. The discussion among fans reflects not only a desire to honor fresh talent but also a degree of disillusionment with established stars. This incident may spark greater attention to emerging performers who are actively shaping contemporary Ukrainian music.
The recent removal of Potap and Nastya Kamenskikh's stars from Kyiv's Walk of Fame marks a significant shift in the recognition of artists within the Ukrainian music scene. This change opens up discussions about the rising stars who have made impactful contributions to the industry. For insights into the artists being considered as potential replacements and the broader implications of these removals, read more about the evolving landscape in our detailed coverage here.