Top Russian rappers unite for protest gig over star's jailing Three of Russia's top rappers give a concert protesting against the jailing of a fellow rapper, as they complain music stars face increasing cancellations of concerts and pressure from authorities. The concert was organised by Oxford-educated rapper Oxxxymiron. He performed with Basta, a rapper and radio host from southern Russia and Noize MC, who has mocked police corruption and brutality. IMAGES AND SOUNDBITES