Dos-Mukasan is a legendary Kazakhstani vocal and instrumental ensemble (VIA) founded in 1967. This group is considered a pioneer of Kazakh pop music and one of the most influential musical projects in the history of the country. Their work combines elements of Kazakh folk music, rock, pop music and jazz, which made their style unique and innovative.

The ensemble was created by students of the Kazakh Polytechnic Institute, and its name is made up of the first syllables of the names of the founders: Dosym Suleev, Murat Kusainov, Kareken Akhmetov and Sanya Botpaev. Their musical style stood out from the very beginning among Soviet VIAs - they actively used Kazakh folk motifs, modern arrangements and vocal harmony.

Dos-Mukasan gained wide popularity in 1971 after winning the All-Union Festival of Student Ensembles. Their songs “Toy Zhyry”, “Kuanyshym Menin”, “Sagynym Seni”, “Zhan Dosym”, “Kua Bol” became hits and remain popular to this day.

In 1974, the ensemble was recognized as the best vocal and instrumental group in the USSR, which allowed them to actively tour throughout the Union and abroad. Their work contributed to the popularization of Kazakh culture and language among a wide audience.

Despite changes in the composition, “Dos-Mukasan” remains a symbol of Kazakh pop music. They continue to perform and maintain the spirit of youthful enthusiasm with which their story began. The music of this ensemble has forever entered the golden fund of Kazakh culture and continues to inspire new generations of listeners.