XECTOR, earlier known as 'Spitfire', was formed in 2006 by the founding member Suhas, who is currently the guitarist. He brought together a group of passionate, crazy, talented metal enthusiasts. In 2008, after months of brainstorming, a set of new melodic/heavy and technically-challenging songs were churned out which were played at these shows. However, two of the members had to part ways with the band later that year. After a three-year long hiatus, the guitarists Suhas and Ashutosh and the vocalist Charan found a new drummer – Arjun (ex-Nekrosys) and a bass player – Parik, and reformed the band as XECTOR. The five of them recomposed some of the older songs and a few new ones with the added experience and maturity gained over the years. Later in 2011, the band hit the studios to record their EP 'Beyond Oblivion'. The band is influenced by many other bands like Death, Devildriver, Nevermore, Cynic, Arsis, Nile, Quo Vadis, Soilwork, etc. The band has worked to make a unique sound which is a combination of groove, heaviness and technique. The main aim of the band is to lash out metal which begins purely from their energy for music. Band Members: Charan Reddy ?– Vocals Ashutosh Simha ?– Guitars Suhas Nagendra ?– Guitars Shashank Dutt –? Bass Ashwin Alexander – Drums
Kabir is a professional DJ based out of Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He mainly plays Bollywood, the #1 people's choice in India. He was featured in AIDC’s Facebook page, an online portal for DJs and which chooses the finest in the country. Kabir is one the newest artists that got featured on this site. He has played around the country and has an experience of performing at 100+ shows. He also runs his YouTube channel where he uploads his renditions of Bollywood songs. He is also a composer and producer and is the winner of the Gold Award for Mirchi Neon Run, Ahmedabad.
The presence of this simple yet boisterous man fills the electric charge in the audience. The emcee catches everyone’s attention through his magnificent talent of holding the crowd of his own. The perfect timing of his punch delivery, amusing facial and vocal expressions and his jokes imprint his mark in everyone’s memory. The anchor perfectly knows the way to amaze people with his comical tales and funny gestures. The style and charisma of his talks, the fastidious way of thinking makes people relate their lives. The strong but soothing voice with the varied modulations makes him forming a light and hilarious atmosphere. His innocent and small acts work as a stress buster for the mood which breaks the spring of laughter. With the clarity in diction and qualities like mimicry, local dialects and comedy or humor he carries the show impeccably. The spontaneous but germane joke, the witty replies make him full of vim and vigor and exhibits his inbuilt caliber. Heart of the events, this entertainer, is like a first ray of day which gives you a smile and impulse to live the life to its fullest.
Rudraneel Chowdhury is a professional singer based out of the capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata. He never thought music would be his best-chosen career when he was even giving his board examinations. He started learning the guitar. That was the very first time he found himself to be a composer inspired by him who was also the founder member of my band named Ozmaa. The band literally founded in the year 1995. He started learning guitar, started learning how to compose a song, and started listening to western music of different genres which helped him to be a good composer later in his music career. As he learned the tabla from childhood, he had the knack to play drums as well which helped him gradually to set the rhythm styles in a self-composed song. Then two of his very closest friends named Tintin and Anjan (Anindya Sadhukhan and Anjan Das, both were keyboardists) contributed their experiences in their part in the band from whom he learned how to arrange a song as well. In the beginning of 2000, he reformed the band and named it The Missing Link which Expectedly became very popular after winning the Band-E-Mataram, a band hunt event organized by Sambad Pratidin and Tele Partnered by Sangeet Bangla in the year 2006. This particular event turned his career into a full-time musician especially. Though, he was pursuing music as his chosen profession since 1999 as a studio guitarist.
Anchor Mayur Soni is a young, talented anchor based out of Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He anchors in Hindi, English, Gujarati and is adds a lot of fun element seamlessly, with his natural style of hosting. He is fabulous and takes the event to another level. From handling tricky situations to working up the audience with interesting interaction and getting them involved as well, Anchor Mayur knows it all. He is master of fun ?and enjoyment, and it comes very naturally to him. A hardworking anchor he wins over the hearts of his audience with his exceptional skills and enthusiasm. He has also done anchoring in Mewari and Marwari languages. While he had done numerous types of events from corporate to public parties and celebrations, he best specializes in marriage events like Sangeet Sandhya, etc. He has understood the nitty-gritties of this event very well and brings a different level of charm with him. Anchor Mayur makes every moment of the program memorable. this experience is very vividly shared by his audience. On the whole he is an expert who can take an event and churn it into a whole package of joy, drama, fun emotions and entertainment, a short journey which transforms into unforgettable memories. ?
Nikhil Vaidhyanathan is a professional instrumentalist based out of the IT capital of India, Bangalore. He is a full-time freelance drummer, percussionist, and a sound engineer. The 19 year old is a drum tutor and a music producer as well. The drummer and band manager is certified from the Trinity Guildhall of London. Some of his influences are Alter Bridge, Snarky Puppy, Avishai Cohen, Lettuce, Eagles, Metallica, Creed, Avenged Sevenfold, The Misfits, Blink 182, Foo Fighters, Hiatus Kaiyote, and Liquid Tension Experiment.
Surojit Chatterjee is a professional singer based out of the capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata. He started learning the tabla from the age of seven at Allahabad University and graduated with distinction continuously for eight years. Surojit learned to play the guitar from Tuhin Chatterjee and went on to further guitar expertise and took guidance and learned techniques from the brilliant and reputed guitarist of the state, Amyt Dutta. He started his first western band, Grassroots, with friends while in college that went on to win many awards in inter-college competitions. He started composing and singing for advertising jingles at a later stage. Surojit has worked with almost all the leading advertising agencies like Lintas, Kalakunj, Clarion, HTA, T Sarkar Pvt Ltd, Sobhagya Advertising, etc. He wrote and composed an individual song, Ami Dandike Roina, released with Mohiner Ghoraguli’s project, Abar Bochor Kuri Pore, in the year 1994 that went on to become a smash hit and has a huge fan following till today. His first music album, Mon Amaar, released from Plus Music in the year 1995. He has composed music for a noted film actor, Arjun Chakraborty’s debut music album titled Smritir Shishir Bindu in the year 1996. He also composed music for the BBC documentary on Calcutta titled The Calcutta Chronicles directed by Rahul Dholakia in the year 1997.
The Sylvester Trio is a LIVE blues and jazz outfit based out Bangalore, Karnataka. They have been performing in various gigs and venues all across the city. The band has been very consistent in delivering some beautiful performances to the music circuit. The trio draws influences from artists like Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, The Meters, Cream, John Mayer, and many more. They have released two tracks till now, Dear Jimi and Supernatural. Both the tracks have received appreciation all over India. Band Members: Sylvester Pradeep – Guitar, Vocals Snehal Pinto – Bass, Vocals Joel Rozario – Drums
Subhamita is a singer coming from the state of West Bengal. Possessing extraordinary talents, she is one the leading limelights of Indian Music. She specializes in modern songs as well as ghazals. She has performed in overseas countries which include Australia, USA, Canada, and many European Countries. A great singer, she belongs to a family who has a deep connection with music. Her father, Shri Joshoda Dulal Das was a classical vocalist and gave her the first training in music. She has trained in different classical styles of Dadra, Chaiti and Kajri traditions. She has won numerous awards and accolades for her music. She has performed in a lot of small and remote areas well. It is due to this that she is a very well recognized face in these parts as well.
Subhajit Bhowmick is a professional singer based out of Kolkata, West Bengal. He has been performing LIVE since the last four years. He has played solo sets as well as with various bands. Subhajit has performed in numerous private and club events. Awards and Performances: Champion of Nitrautsav 2012, NIT Rourkela, Orissa Runner up of Rock N Rolla 2012, Birla Institute of Technology, Sambalpur, Orissa Guest performance, Grand Opening Ceremony, Muzik Kafe First runner-up of Live Wire 2012, SMU, Nazrul Manch Guest performance, Rock n Repulse Season 1, Shahid Dashumati Bhawan Guest performance, Euphonious- Zest of Melodia, Basement, Samilton Hotel Runner up of Youth 65, Amistad, Nazrul Manch Second Runner-up, On The Rocks, Madhyamgram Semifinalist and Best Energetic Band, Rockomania 2, Taurian Production Area Champion, Tuborg Funguma Nights Pujo Hattogol, Jadavpur Guest performance and special act by the vocalist with Damagera, Sarcastic Vol: 1 Guest performance, Rock Asylum, Jogesh Mime Academy Runner-up, Utsav 2k13, Vidyasagar College Runner-up, Band - e- Thelon, Indian Statistical Institute, ISI Semi-finalist, Spring Fest 2013, IIT Kharagpur Champion, Rock Hunt 2013, NIT Durgapur Champion, Rock N Rolla, Institute Of Engineering and Management, Kolkata Champion, Nitrautsav 2013, NIT Rourkela, Orissa Runner-up, Pyrotechnix, Assam Engineering College, Guwahati Runner-up, Rock N Rolla 2013, Birla Institute of Technology, Sambalpur, Orissa Runner-up, Requiem V.2, Meghnath Saha Institute of Technology, Nazrul Manch Guest performance, HellFest 2.0, Princeton Club Headlined, Orissa Metal Meeting, 2013 Headlined, Sarcastic Vol: 2, Princeton Club Headlined, Nemesis, Amistad, Manisqure Headlined, Bankura Rock Fest, Bankura Champion and Best drummer, Iams Rhapsody 2013, Kolkata Medical College Champion, Rockomania 3-Sound of Bengal 2013, Metropolis Mall, Kolkata Guest performance, Music mantra Guest performance, HellFest 3.0, Princeton Club Headlined, Noise Fest, Orissa, Rourkela Headlined, Open Mic Night Champion, Stampede 2013, Marine Engineering College, Kolkata Guest performance, Hell Fire Winter Edition, The Metropolis Mall, Hiland Park Headlined, Rockomania Flashback, La Shivaaz Headlined, LSD, The Basement, Samilton Hotel Guest Performance, Moshpit Guest Performance, Rock Disciple Guest Performance, ICCR Guest performance, Poyla Rock 4, Mani Square Guest performance, AATMAAZA 2K14 annual cultural fest, DAITM Headlined, Hellfest Volume 4 Performed, International Music Festival, Kolkata Guest Performance, Mesmerise Guest Performance, Elysium Headlined, Rockomania Round 1 Howrah Zone Headlined, Rockomania Round 1 Midnapore Zone Headlined, Rockomania Round 2 Kolkata Zone Headlined, Rockomania Round 1 Orissa Zone Headlining Act, MTV Ray Ban Never Hide Sounds, Hard Rock Cafe Mumbai, Worli Headlining Act, Kolkata Underground Fest, 2014 Opened Agnee, CIEM College Fest, 2014 Headlining Act, Fever-E-Rock Headlining Act, Wrath Fest, Chattisgarh Headlining Act, Samavesh 2014 Vssut Burla, Sambalpur Headlined, Dark Fiesta 2 Co-Headlined, Sunfire Rock Fest
Sirshaa Rakshit is a professional singer based out of Kolkata, West Bengal. She began singing only at the age of three. When she was six years old, she became a regular artist of All India Radio and various TV channels. She released her first audio cassette of charar gaan named Baap Hoeche Daddy R Maa Hoeche Mummy at the age of nine only. Following year, some other Rabindra Sangeet casettes were released by her. Sirshaa participated regurarly in a programme, Chelebela, of Kolkata Doordarshan and continued upto 10 years. She ranked every year as first and second in either mordern song, or Nazrul Geeti or Rabindra Sangeet competitions. Along with singing, she also learnt classical kathak dance(Lucknow Gharana) from Manjulika RoyChowdhury, Purabi Kar, Srilekha Mukjerjee and Silpi Mukherjee
Rathijit Bhattacharjee is a professional singer based out of Kolkata, West Bengal. Rathijit first performed on stage when he was only four-years-old and left an indelible impression on the listeners by his soulful voice. He has won awards in many singing competitions and has been a second runner-up in Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, Zee Bangla. He has worked as a music director with prolific singers like Kailash Kher, Kunal Ganjawala, and Abhijit Sohom. He can perform any sort of music with equal supremacy, be it folk, ghazal, classical, or Sufi music.
Partha Sarathi Banerjee is a trained and skilled vocalist who belongs to a musical family and started his career as a folk baul, lokogaan singer. In his childhood days, the young singer used to sing for his father’s band, Asansol. He has always been a charming performer and now with years of experience and dedicated training, Partha has a voice to die for! He is exceptionally skilled with his music and his passion makes him learn and explore the subject more in depth. Over the years, he has been trained in Indian Classical music from many respected teachers including Pt. Arun Bhaduri, Pt. Tushar Dutta, and Pt. Dinesh Paul. Partha also has performed for multiple TV Channels, FM Radios, Live shows, and events. The young artist has been the playback singer for two melodious songs which he even composed, for a Bengali feature film. Partha is a popular vocalist of the band Kolkata 8! Despite being so young, his achievements are touching the sky! His talent is taking him to places and the vocalist is gaining popularity amongst the younger lot! Along with being an exceptional playback singer, Partha is also a vibrant performer who makes the audience go crazy with his uplifting music!
Deborshee Bhattacharjee is a professional singer based out of the capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata. A rising name in the music fraternity, Deborshee was born in a musical family and was introduced to music at the age of five by his mother and first guru, Smt Reena Bhattacharjee. Since the age of ten, he has been undergoing training from the universally acclaimed musician and maestro, Pt Ajoy Chakraborty. Currently a senior musician scholar of ITC Sangeet Research Academy and an A-Graded artist of All India Radio and Television, he has performed in several prestigious musical concerts across the globe and created a separate niche in the world of elite musicians. Deborshee has already marked his versatility among the audience as he has been composing and performing different genres of music all over the world.
Chirantan Banerjee is a professional singer based out of the capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata. As a musician, he has been featured in more than 50 corporate gigs in cities like Goa, Mumbai, Delhi, Gangtok, and so on. He is one of the freshest singers from Kolkata who has been performing professionally for more than a decade. His work and efforts can be seen in his songs, and his stage performances are worth appreciating. He has performed nationwide and abroad, enthralling diverse audiences. Awards: Kala Ratna Award, 2010 Finalist, Zee Tv Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, 2008 Pantaloons Rocking Singer, Runner Up, 2009
Mehendi by Munmun is a professional and renowned mehendi artist based out of the capital city of North Bengal. She has been into the business of mehendi art for more than two years and been doing her job exceptionally well. Her designs involve floral patterns which could be personalised and tailored according to individual preferences. Munmun has designed her services in such a way that suits every individual's budge
SuperMash India was shaped when five seasoned performer got together, determined to make the best utilization of their expertise, compose some extraordinary tunes and perform them LIVE. In spite of the fact that their music tastes and influences vary, they all are united by one regular element, i.e., they were all conceived in the 80's and cherish completely everything about that period. In 2014, less the spandex tights, brilliant makeup, heroin addictions and Tina Turner hair styles (that the drummer truly burrows), the band wants to get some of this vibe, mix it with some cutting edge shake and give it a mark SuperMash sound. While the band's attention is on composing and making their own particular music, they additionally pay tribute to some of the great acts and bands of yesterday.
Solder is a LIVE band based out of the IT capital of India, Bangalore. The Indian sub-continent over the past decade has been nestling an independent music scene, and in 2009 Bangalore gave us Solder. Siddarth Abraham, Sylvester Pradeep, Joel Rozario and Samson Phillip got together by forces which they now like to call destiny and started making music almost randomly, and Bangalore saw a band that played their music LIVE and loud and contributing their two bits to the independent music movement in India. With a line-up at equilibrium and a defined sound, the gigs and the competitions (runners up Strawberry Fields 2009, Bangalore Winners of Yamaha Asian Beats 2010, Bangalore Winners of Channel V Launchpad 2011, runners up of Chennai Live Band Hunt) kept coming and with it Solder developed a reputation of being electric, energetic and fun on stage. The Solder show is like one big party, completely informal, with the feel good vibe, bringing the house down with funk, soul, rock and twenty-something energy. Often described as a unit of four drifters glued together by music, Solder was born with the intent of writing feel good songs, and belting them out loud. Now with all the varied influences bouncing off each other, Solder slowly created a sound space underlined by a groove and layered with vocal melodies and harmonies, accompanied by screaming guitar licks and reverb laden drum sounds. Band Members: Siddarth Abraham – Vocals/Acoustic Guitars Sylvester Pradeep – Guitar/Backing Vocals Samson Philip – Bass/Backing Vocals Joel Rozario – Drums/Percussions/Backing Vocals
The best word to describe Rainburn is exceptional – imagine prog-tinged melodic hard rock with hints of Hindustani music. Rainburn likes to make opposite atmospheres collide. They complete one another, like in the case of Rembrandt‘s contrast between light and dark, bringing a plethora of emotions. Rainburn, based out of Bangalore, have Vats Iyengar on lead vocals and guitar, Allan Julius Fernandes on bass and vocals, Vineet Gogoi on guitar and vocals, and Praveen Kumar on drums.
Dhananjay Mukherjee is a professional painter based out of the capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata. He has been painting for last 25 years. Born in 1964 in the terracotta town of Bishnupur, he has inherited an artistic tradition; he started his art life at the tender age of eight. Once he completed schooling, he decided on a career in art and did a year course at La-Martiniere SEOMP Society in Commercial Art, Exhibition Display and Interior Decoration in Kolkata. Simultaneously, he also pursued his graduation studies from the Calcutta University. He started his art career in 1984 with the aim to become a complete contemporary artist. He completed his five years art education from Rabindra Bharti University (Indian College of Arts and Draftsmanship) in 1988. He participated in more than 85 group shows and 24 solo shows in India and abroad. His major collections are NGMA - National Gallery of Modern Art (New Delhi), Indian Tourism, Jaypee group of Hotels and many more private collections in India and abroad. Dhananjay creates graphic and structural uniformity on canvas through the play of shade and light. His paintings are basically a judicious mix of the realistic and abstract forms. His thoughts stem from unique imagination, which combines the real natural world with the creative and artistic world. He finds modernism on canvas with the help of some old mythological art like old tribal paintings, Jamini Roy's paintings, and Madhubani Paintings. He expresses with remarkable uses of colours to depict the unknown mysteries in the natural world. His many collections bring out his natural creative talent and total love for art. He paints with acrylic and oil colours on paper and canvas.
