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When you think of Palakkad, Kerala, you might imagine serene paddy fields, warm sunny afternoons, and a rich cultural tapestry. But hold that thought—because...
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Picture this: You are in an interview and someone is asking you “What do you love about music?” and borrowing Russell’s dialogue from Almost...
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Emerging from the vibrant musical landscape of Gangtok, Sikkim, Harrowing Dearth is a compelling punk-prog duo comprising Josiah Ranpal and Abhinav Sharma. Josiah brings...
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SABR is the third studio album by Anirudh Varma Collective. The album features almost 50+ artists across India. It encapsulates themes of fate, determination,...
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There is something irretrievably special about producer-led music projects, especially when they rear their heads in the Indian independent soundscape. A metaphorical angel gains...
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Guitarists, rejoice! Chirag Todi, the virtuoso from Ahmedabad, is here to show the world that the guitar still reigns supreme in the era of...
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Mumbai-based singer-songwriter Akanksha Bhandari has firmly established herself as a standout figure in India’s independent music scene, celebrated for her soulful singles and viral...
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Mumbai-based artist Shreya Jain’s latest EP, Bawari, is a captivating blend of her classical Hindustani roots and her modern independent artistry. Collaborating with Juno,...
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Renowned for his eclectic fusion of cinematic sounds, alternative rock, indie pop, and electronic music, Ashish Zachariah continues to redefine musical boundaries with his...
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Mumbai’s very own Yashraj, jumped back into the foray with his first EP release in 2 years, with “Meri Jaan Pehle Naach”. The project,...
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A beloved appanage of critiquing music is the abode of artistry I wouldn’t normally come across. Thriving in a sphere away from the interstices...
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There is something about records that use storytelling to create a musical landscape suited to the narrative they are going for — and Baijoo...
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Ghabhraahat Intensifies from Delhi returns 2 years later with their latest album, “Shab-E-Ghabhraahat,” with an immersive 10-track Alt Hip Hop album. Its visually stimulating...
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In times of ostentatious displays of patriotism and another annual celebration of the Indian Independence Day rolling closer, I often think of Benedict Anderson’s...