Vladimir Kryuchkov diplomatic service, stationed in Hungary until 1959. He then worked for the Communist Party Central Committee for eight years, before joining the KGB in 1967 together with his patron Yuri Andropov. He was appointed head of the First Chief Directorate (FCD) in the summer of 1971 (upon the order of Andropov)(See Vladimir Kryuchkov, 1996) (the KGB Foreign Operations) and Deputy Chairman in 1978. In 1988, he was promoted to the rank of General of the Army and became KGB Chairman. In 1989–1990, he was a member of the Politburo. A political hard-liner, Kryuchkov was among the members of the Soviet
The Kalob Griffin Band (The KGB) EP Homey" Award and "Best Song Homey" Award. Within the first couple of months of 2012, they were awarded with the Tri State Indie "Best Philadelphia Artist" Award. Often during shows, fans are heard chanting "KGB, KGB", a mantra attached to the "KGB Family" http://www.kalobgriffinband.com/kgbfamily/. The band credits its early success to the devotion of family, friends, and fans who packed venues and followed the band through their numerous tours. This allegiance swiftly moved their success into the Philadelphia music scene, and the band continues to operate as a large family dynamic, honoring its roots. http://www.tristateindie.com/johnny-brendas-104-the-kalob-griffin-band-driftwood-chelsea-mitchell/ The Kalob Griffin Band