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Sunday,
12th December 2010 - 6.00 pm onwards |
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| Mrigya
(Delhi) |
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The
band whose tagline reads- “The instruments of
world harmony” well that pretty much explains
everything about them. . And that is what best describes
this group. Founded in the late 90’s Mrigya ,
has been the new face of Indian contemporary music.
Their strength lies in the way they experiment wildly
with everything they can. They have blended Blues, funk,
folk, latino, jazz and tied them all together with the
strong sense of rhythm of Indian classical music.
Having performed nationally and internationally all
over the world- Europe, Africa, Australia and Russia
Mrigya truly signifies the coming of age of Indian fusion
music.
The band members consist of Sharat , Gyan Singh ,
Indraneel Hariharan , Sacchin Kapoor , Karan Sharma,
Rajat Kakkar along with guest members of Ghulam Qadir
Niyazi, and Sukriti Sen.
Their first album has just come out – named “Composition
of world harmony 2010” |
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| Mawj-
Band (Afghanistan) |
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Mawj-
meaning a wave of pleasure is a six part pop band from
Kabul, The six band members had earlier been composing
music individually and then later came together as a
musical group in 2002, after the war ended in Afghanistan
. The band consists of Ajmal Omid –the lead vocalist,
Aimal Omid -the lead guitarist, percussionist Shakir
Fayzi, bassist Massood Ahmad, drummer Hamid Yazdan and
keyboardist Farooq.
The band members have been making music individually
for the past 15 years,but came together as a band in
2002,soon after the Taliban regime ended in their country.
They had just come home after spending years in Pakistan
and Iran.
They are famous for their renditions of popular Bollywood
songs and also their own traditional
The band proudly proclaims that the name of their
band is symbolic of the new wave of music that’s
sweeping Afghanistan. The mostly play Afghan Pop , but
they also dabble in Afghan Folk, jazz Blues . |
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Bangla
(Bangadesh) |
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A
six member group who fancies themselves as the sound
of Bangladesh !! It all started with two friends meeting
at Shantiniketan , and there was no looking back . Band
Bangla has been the one consistent voice for contemporary
music in Bangaldesh. They blend the the tune of the
Ektara with a very new touch. The band consists of Anusheh,
Buno, Arnob, KArtik , Jibon, and Nazrul. Band Bangla
has taken the sound of Bangladesh across borders. They
have reached out to audiences internationally. They
have played alongside great musicians like Jonas Helborg
(Mahavishnu Orchestra), Pandit Tanmoy Bose, T.H. Vikku
Vinayakram (Shakti), Silva Ganesh, Bob Geldof, Bono
(U2), among others. They have successfully taken out
two Albums named “ Kingkortobbobimuro” and
“Prottutponnomotitto” Both epoch making
Albums that have had landmark success .
Band Bangla is a journey that’s continuously
evolving with the creative process. And they fulfill
every promise they make. |
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| 4TH
Element (Shillong) |
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There’s
a refreshing sound coming out of Shillong these days,
one which has elements of Funk, Soul, RnB and Jazz,
a sound which is not really heard hereabouts or in the
country for that matter and the people behind this refreshing
sound are called the 4th Element.
With SarahLee's soulful singing and songwriting, cool
melodies, arrangements and keyboards by Ribor Mb, the
band now have a host of originals in their bag and on
stage they kick up a groovy storm with renowned drummer
Sam Shullai, Russel Warjri on Bass and Amit Mullick
on Guitars.
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| Mekaal
Hasan Band (Pakistan) |
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Mekaal
Hasan Band (MHB) is a sufi rock band from Lahore and was
formed in 2001 by lead guitarist and composer Mekaal Hasan.
Their music is a blend of the melodic sensibility of the
East and the harmonic sophistication of the West. The
band is showcases no t just the talent of the artists
form Pakistan but also abroad. This harmonic fusion of
the east and west is the unique strength of MHB. They
thrive this tradition with a series of live performances
, studio recordings and videos that are drawing music
enthusiasts in large numbers across the world. MHB is
Pakistan’s most critically acclaimed act as well,
winning numerous awards and nominations for it’s
recordings,videos and live performances. Their debut album
was released in 2004 named “Sampooran” hich
was a mainstream success. They followed that up with “Saptak”
in 2009.
The band members are - Mekaal Hasan – lead guitarist,
Asad Abbas -lead vocalist , Mohammad Ahsan Papu –
flute and Amir Azhar- Bass .
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Monday,
13th December 2010 - 6.00 pm onwards |
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| Ankur
and the Ghalat Family (Mumbai) |
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This
electrifying four piece band that has taken the term
Indie-pop to whole new levels. The sound of this band
varies from Urdu/Hindi Rock ‘n’ roll to
easy acoustic ballads and folk rock They describe themselves
as “Raw, Acoustic, Simple and Lyrical”.
Ankur and the Ghalat Family is really popular on the
live circuits. This band is the brain child of Ankur
Tiwari who was nominated in the ‘Best Upcoming
Music Director’ category at the Mirchi Music Awards
2010.
Its Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Pink Floyd and Leonard
Cohen that they name as their Influences. The Band Members
are Ankur Tewari - Lead Vocals and Rhythm Guitars ,
Sidd Coutto - Drums, Backing Vocals , Pozy - Lead and
Rhythm Guitars, Johan – Bass. |
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| Traphic
Jam (Maldives) |
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Traphic
Jam was formed in 2005 in male in Maldives. They are
a successful rock band of Maldives. They have had many
path breaking performances like the ‘Live Help’
on 2006 and ‘Sound of a Nation’ on 2007
with Zero Degree Atoll. Although they have given great
hits they have maintained a relatively low profile in
the mainstream arena. They have a well earned reputation
as a no cover band that supports only local originals.
Their genre is post alternative rock. Their influences
are based in the rock bands like Nirvana; Pearl Jam.
Therein was the meeting of rock with grunge music. It
was this heady mix of Grungy metal riffs with aggressive
vocal melodies the band got its unique signature sound.
This sound matured straight into face riffs and lyrics.
As having an ideology regarding the drugs and corrupted
politics as crimes, the band tries to open the minds
of youth through their music
The band is known for its open minded lyrics about Peer
pressure, Political Agendas and Drugs. They were banned
from all live shows aired from National television up
to end of 2008. But later eventually they gained acceptance
by people especially the youth. The band members are
Kayano - Lead Vocals,
Faube - Lead Guitars & Backing , Rimah – Drums
and Shaan – Bass. The band has an album named
“Dhirithibbas”, which was released in April
2007.
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| Funeral
in Heaven (Sri Lanka) |
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Funeral
in heaven is a black metal band from the sri lanka .
Formed in early 2003, FUNERAL IN HEAVEN are known as
a project who through the veins of Black Metal, unleash
and expose the country's ominous side of history with
its decades of war and notorious chronicles regarding
events of demonology and exorcisms. Known as the initiators
of the genre Black Metal, FUNERAL IN HEAVEN is regarded
to blend the cold dirge of Black Metal with ingredients
of Sri Lankan traditional instrumentation.
The members of this band are Chathuranga Fonseka -
Vocals/Lyrics/Themes, Dimuthu Fernando - Bass Guitar,
Shamika Makalanda – Guitars, Kasun Navaratne –
Drums, Ayesh Perera – Guitar, Joseph DeAlwis -
Guitar/Compositions.
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| East
India Company (Assam) |
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The
East India Company is a 5 member band form Assam in
India. The description on their webpage reads –
A Musical Invasion . They are the frontrunners of the
evolving Indian fusion electronica milieu. They try
and produce a fine balance between folk and electronica.
They have created a sound symbolic of a larger freedom
that is being embraced today. Moving forward with the
times and technology and yet being steeped in the way
of tradition.
The company has Papon (vocals), Brin (electronic design/sfx),
Kirti (world percussions/tabla), Dipu (bass) and Tapi(Pankaj)
(guitars). |
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| Indus
Creed (Mumbai) |
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Indus
creed is India’s premier rock band which can trace
itself to the year 1984. Added to the history they also
have the unique distinction of giving India its first
rock and roll album- “Rock and Roll Renegade”.
The band was earlier known as Rock Machine. They still
retain three members of the original band. Their sound
however is new, and so is the lineup they have added
new electronic sound and element to their style. But
they still are very much a rock band.
The band members are – Uday Benegal - Vocals
+ Guitars + Programming , Mahesh Tinaikar - Guitars
+ Vocals , Zubin Balaporia - Keyboards + Vocals, Rushad
Mistry - Bass + Vocals and Jai Row Kavi - Drums + Vocals.
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Tuesday,
14th December 2010 - 6.00 pm onwards |
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Metal Zone Oasis
Band (Myanmar) |
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This
5 member band is from Yangon Myanmar. They are symbolic
of the rock band scene in this country where it is achieving
cult status. Metal Zone has had many successful singles
like “12 inches”. They have also performed
internationally in Bangkok, and in Japan.
The band members are Thein Zaw- lead Vocalist and
Composer. Aung Zaw Latt- Lead Guitarist, Zaw Hlang Myint-
Bass Guitarist, La Wawn- Keyboard Player , and Tu San-
Drummer. |
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Tashi Tagay Cultural
Group (Bhutan) |
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The
Tashi Tagay Cultural Group was founded by Namgel Dorjee
in the year 1995 with the objective of promoting music
in Bhutan with a motto “ BE A MUSIC LOVER, MUSIC
CAN SET YOUR LITTLE HEART” with its headquarters
in Thimpu. There are ten permanent member and 6 active
members in the group, and the group has performed for
Centenary Celebrations in the year 2008 and have also
participated in the Coronation Ceremony.
The founder member Namgel Dorjee has been trained in
Classical and traditional music from the renowned Royal
Academy of Performing Arts (RAPA) in Bhutan, and also
7 months training from Vishwa Bharti in Shantiniketan.
He also has 6 CD’s and 32 cassettes recorded with
various music companies in Bhutan.
The group and also performed for 9 days at the SAARC
Summit Held at Dhaka in 1995.
The motive of the Tashi Tagay Cultural Group is to promote
music and culture of Bhutan and strengthen solidarity
among the youngsters and to take music to all the regions
of Bhutan. |
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| Nepathya
(Nepal) |
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Nepathya
is a popular Nepalese music band that was formed by
3 students from Pokhara, studying in Kathmandu, Nepal
in the early 1990s. Nepathya is best known for its blending
of folk melodies into new, youth-friendly pop and rock
tune. Since its inception, Nepathya has gained consistent
popularity and recognition. Nepathya’s songs also
give a vivid picture of contemporary Nepal.
The moving force behind this band is Amrit Gurung
, who stands out with his long hair and Gandhian Frames
. The band has released 9 albums which have been well
received.
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| Thermal
and a quarter (Bangalore) |
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Thermal
and a Quarter is a rock band based in Bangalore, India.
It was founded in 1996. They have earned their reputation
of being focused on original compositions when the rest
of the Indian pop-rock industry was just mustering up
cover versions. They have also pioneered the way to
using internet to spread their music and make it available
for wider audiences.
They owe their name to the fact that three members
of the band are hundred percent Malyali and one is one
quarter Malyali – after many corruptions the present
name stuck- Thermal and a Quarter
They have fought in various ways to be categorized
in to a genre. Their work is as diverse as Jazz Funk
to Carnatic .
Thermal and a quarter have 4 albums to its name and
numerous of live performances. They have won the WorldSpace
Award for ‘Outstanding Contribution to Indian
Rock’. Also they have been voted one of the Best
Indian Bands by The Hindustan Times.
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| Kailasa
(Mumbai) |
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Kailasa
is an Indian band, founded by Kailash Kher and brothers,
Paresh and Naresh Kamath. The band's music is a fusion
of classical, pop & sufi music.
The name of their debut album is also “Kailasa”.
The album was a huge hit in India, rocketing into the
top 10 album charts. They brought out their second album-
“kailasa jhoomo re” in 2007. Their third
album- “Kailasa Chandan Main” in 2009.
The band is very well known for their touch of soulful
Sufi Music to their numbers. They have popularized sufi
music like no other in mainstream Bollywood and popular
culture.
Kailasa is an 8 member band which consists of - Kailash
Kher — Lead singer, composer, Naresh Kamath —
Bass guitar, Paresh Kamath — Electric guitar,
Sameer Chiplunkar – Keyboardist, Kurt Peters —
Drums, Sanket Naik — Rhythmist, Sankarshan Kini
and Tejasvi Rao
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