ICEGERGERT (real name — Georgy Yevgenyevich Gergert; born August 24, 2001, Bratsk) is a Russian rapper, lyricist, and a representative of the new wave of trap music, known for a criminalized narrative, aggressive delivery, and viral hits that gained traction on social media. He represents the Gazgolder label and is among the fastest-rising figures in Russian-language hip-hop of the mid-2020s.
Early Life
Georgy was born in the Irkutsk region but moved to Saint Petersburg as a child, where he was raised by his grandmother, grandfather, and aunt. He studied at a Suvorov military school and later continued his education at higher institutions with a security and law-enforcement focus. The strict regimen, hierarchical environment, and discipline would later shape the artist’s aesthetic.
Beginnings
ICEGERGERT’s first notable steps were writing verses for battle circuits. In the late 2010s he began releasing solo tracks, experimenting with trap sonics and street-criminal themes. His early releases drew attention for a dark timbre, heavy bass, and deliberately hard-edged lyrics.
Breakthrough and Rising Popularity
In 2022, ICEGERGERT started hosting his own parties that combined trap DJ sets with staged fight elements — a concept that quickly stirred discussion among fans. In 2023, he released several EPs that solidified his signature sound: heavy drum patterns, icy delivery, hard rhymes, and a distinctive “power-street-elite” aesthetic.
In 2024, he became a resident of the Gazgolder label and released his full-length debut album Royal Bastards, featuring several well-known rap artists. The release cemented ICEGERGERT as a prominent, in-demand figure on the Russian scene.
Peak Momentum
By 2025, the musician had issued new material, including the EP From Sparta to Padre and several tracks that went viral thanks to quotable lines and memorable hooks. The songs spread rapidly across short-video platforms, boosting recognition of his persona and stage rhetoric.
The artist began performing at large venues and attracting a young audience attuned to contemporary internet culture.
Style and Persona
ICEGERGERT blends criminal trap, street symbolism, bravado, elements of “elite” self-positioning, and a cadet-school vibe. His sound is marked by:
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aggressive, heavy bass parts;
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dry, spoken-style delivery;
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minimalist yet impactful hooks;
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provocative lyrics built on memetic turns of phrase.
Visually, he leans into the silhouette of a “tough, disciplined antihero,” which helps him stand out from his peers.
Live Shows
ICEGERGERT’s live sets are theatrical shows that combine staged elements, powerful sound, and audience engagement. The concert energy revolves around dense rhythms, punchy “explosive” phrases, and viral textual snippets — all easily adapted to festival formats.
Public Discourse
Some of the artist’s statements have drawn media attention and sparked debates about the limits of acceptability in art. ICEGERGERT emphasizes that an artistic persona and a real person need not coincide, and he regularly adjusts his public rhetoric. As a result, sustained informational interest has formed around him.
Discography
Albums:
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Royal Bastards (2024)
EPs:
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Опричники (2023)
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Ich Bin Trapper (2023)
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From Sparta to Padre (2025)
Popular Tracks:
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«Грабитель 78»
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«Русские воры»
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«Гектор»
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«Наследство»
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«Casino»
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«Amsterdam»
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«Hoodtrapstar»
Current Phase
Today, ICEGERGERT tours actively, participates in major media projects, develops his stage persona, and continues releasing new music. He is strengthening his chart presence and building a community that embraces his aesthetic while quoting key lines across the media space.
Conclusion
ICEGERGERT is a defining voice of Russia’s contemporary trap scene, merging virality, street thematics, and a theatrical vision of disciplined power. His trajectory exemplifies a rapid leap from the internet underground to large stages. In the coming years, he has the potential to become one of the main drivers of club and festival trap, expanding the genre’s boundaries and deepening the influence of media culture on hip-hop.
