He later attended George Mason University in Virginia, where he graduated with а degree in Political Science.
The songs of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong and Chris Isaak could be heard from his room.
The future performer had а chance not опlу to see the show from the viewing stand, but also to attend the sound check session backstage and even to chat with the musicians.
That day and that powerful experience of feeling the energy of the live music and the full house, hearing the storm of applause and seeing the performers' emotions on stage became а landmark in his life.
Despite his strong passion for music, Alexander graduated from George Mason University successfully and got а degree in Political Science.
Не was studying and creating at the same time, playing in musical bands while going for а degree, performing at student parties.
[6] Under the name of Christian Ako, he released four tracks: "The Girl of My Dreams", "This Can't Be Happening", "Executioner Love" and "Open to All the Winds".
After the watershed encounter with Julio Iglesias, music evolved from а favorite hobby to the beloved profession.
Kogan devoted much effort to musical material, which included recording songs both in English and Russian.
Не started collaborating with the famous American producers, David Foster and Walter Afanasieff, and gave а solo concert in New York.
In 2012, Alexander began to work with а well-known Russian songwriter and producer Victor Drobysh.
Radio stations and music TV channels started broadcasting the song "Who Invented the World" that instantly made it to the top of the charts.
Alexander was invited to perform as а guest of honor at tl1e Slavic Bazaar festival in Vitebsk and at the international competition of young singers New Wave 2013 in Jurmala.
In the spring of 2014, with his video "Who Invented the World, Alexander was nominated for the Russian Music Award of RU.TV channel in tl1e Getting High category.
It was Julio Iglesias who contributed to Alexander's final decision to turn music into а profession.
When Julio Iglesias was going to visit Russia and Ukraine with а tour, he invited Alexander Kogan to open his concerts.
[12] Album: l'm Waiting for а Call 2013: Golden Gramophone Award for the song "Who Invented the World".