music regulationChechen cultureBPM limitsChechnya imposes BPM restrictions on music, potentially banning popular songs by artists like Taylor Swift and Beyoncé to align with 'Chechen mentality'.
The Chechen culture ministry has instituted a tempo restriction for all musical, vocal, and choreographic works to be between 80 and 116 beats per minute, affecting the playability of many modern pop songs as well as traditional pieces like the Russian national anthem and The Beatles' 'Hey Jude'. This move is part of an effort to ensure compliance with the 'Chechen mentality' and preserve the cultural heritage of the Chechen people.