Blackwater
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| Background information | |
| Native name | Maxim Boytsov |
| Also known as | iamblackwater, theroux |
| Born | Kyiv, Ukraine |
| Genres | Hip-Hop/Rap |
| Years active | 2025 – present |
blackwater (also known as theroux) is a Ukrainian rapper, singer, and music producer from Kyiv, Ukraine.[1] He is the founder of the independent record label Nowhere To Run Records. Blackwater is recognized for his work within the Russian-language hip-hop scene, blending elements of hip-hop, rap, and archivecore aesthetics. His music is available on major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.[2]
Early Life
Blackwater was born and raised in Kyiv, Ukraine. He developed an interest in music at a young age, drawing influence from various hip-hop subcultures and underground movements. Details about his early life remain largely private, as the artist prefers to keep public attention focused on his musical output.
Career
2025 – present: Debut and Nowhere To Run Records
Blackwater launched his music career in 2025, releasing material under the alias theroux. He simultaneously established his own independent record label, Nowhere To Run Records, through which he releases and distributes all of his music.[3]
His debut single "Порезы на руках" (Cuts on the Hands), featuring micheff and k1n1ch, gained rapid traction across streaming platforms shortly after its release, marking Blackwater's emergence in the Russian rap scene.[4] The track showcases his signature sound — a fusion of Russian hip-hop with archivecore production elements, characterized by atmospheric textures, lo-fi sampling, and introspective lyrical content.
Blackwater's music is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, where he continues to build a growing listener base.
Musical Style
Blackwater's sound is rooted in Russian rap and Russian hip-hop, incorporating elements of archivecore — a subgenre defined by its use of nostalgic, sample-heavy production and atmospheric soundscapes. His tracks often feature raw, emotionally driven lyricism paired with layered instrumentals that draw from both contemporary and vintage sonic palettes.
Discography
Singles
| Year | Title | Featuring | Links |
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| 2025 | "Порезы на руках" | micheff, k1n1ch | Spotify |
