Hait Parikh is a LIVE band based out of Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It is the brainchild of Hait Parikh, vocalist and guitarist of the band. The group consists of Khushil Solanki on drums and Tanmay Pancholi on bass guitar as well. They perform English as well as Hindi songs. The group believes in partying and making people jump to their music. They have won many prizes at several band competitions in colleges like GNLU, PDPU, CEPT, DAIICT, Nirma College, etc. The three-piece band has performed at some music festivals like V Fest by Channel V in Goa, Worm Fest by VH1, Sabarmati Festival, and Kankaria Carnival. The band plays pop punk rock and rock n roll music.
Revolt For is a punk/alternative trio based out of the finance capital of India, Mumbai. The band writes blatantly-honest views about social and political injustice to spread awareness, raise a question, find a solution, and maybe execute the solution when found but most important of all, revolt for everything that's wrong. The band has released many tracks since its formation; some of them are 'God is Gay', 'Why Me', and 'The Animation Song'. The band draws influences from artists such as Rise Against, Yellowcard, Blink 182, Anti-Flag, Green Day, Karnivool and many more. The have played in numerous number of gigs and have been consistent in delivering wonderful music to the independent music circuit.
?A rock band with irresistible fusion, Sparsh can make you dance to its tunes all night long. With its roots in Ahmedabad, Sparsh is a group of four incredible musicians who carry a rich repertoire wherever they perform. Raj Shah, Parth Vaishnav, Aaditya Shah and Saumya Shah are the four pillars of the band who are well versed with numerous genres of music. Apart from a number events in various fields like corporate and informal, the band has performed and played opens for well-known singers like Tochi Raina and Neha Kakkar. To get the flavors of band performance, you can check their youtube channel and enjoy their compositions. A perfect blend of masti and music, they can absolutely rock your event with their quirky music and bubbling energy. The intensity of their performance has always been immense, which of course is fetching them a lot of popularity all around Ahmedabad these days.?
RAM-Trio is a versatile band based out of the finance capital of India, Mumbai. The band was formed in 2014 with three members – Rahul Solanki, Aarush Purabiya and Mujeeb Shaikh. Later, Tushar Verma, the guitarist, joined the band after five months. The band is named after the first three members of the band; the initials of their first names make up the first half of the band name. The logo, conceptualized by Mujeeb Shaikh, stands for the unity that exists between people despite the different cultures and beliefs. The band has two vocalists, Rahul, who sings at a low octave, and Aarush, who sings at a higher octave; together, they create magic on stage. Both singers have been singing together since childhood and hence, their duets are always harmonious and in sync. RAM-Trio’s other members includes Mujeeb who is the poet and lyricist. He is a percussionist and the primary songwriter. He also plays the role of music arranger/producer of RAM-Trio. Tushar is a freestyle guitarist.
Primitiv was conceived when Riju Dasgupta and Rajarshi Bhattacharyya (former band members of Albatross and Workshop) wanted to start a new project together. What started out as a joke has today become an explosive LIVE act, that has gigged across India and has garnered a loyal 'fan base' in a small amount of time. The current lineup includes Nitin Rajan (Sledge, Morticide), Kiron Kumar (Hellwind, Colossus) and Pushkar Joshi (Blood Meridian), in addition to Dasgupta and Bhattacharyya. The sound of the band is a vile blend of heavy, doom and death metal. A blend the band likes to call – 'Stone Age Metal'. It is an amalgamation of the varied collective influences of all the members.
Gurumurthy Vaidya, also known as 'Tabla Guru' by the people in his circle, is a professional tabla player based out of the IT capital of India, Bangalore. He has been playing the tabla for the last 16 years and has mastered in making the instrument speak. His rendering of tabla notes reminds people of the legendary artistes in the Indian classical music. Born to a musical family from Western Karnataka, rhythm flows in Vaidya's blood. He had his initial tutelage under Pt GS Hegde of Sirsi and the under the famous tabla master, Pt Basavaraj Bendigere. Later, he met his guru, Pt Ravindra Yavagal of Bangalore, from whom he learned and further honed his skills to inculcate Ustad Thirakhawa Khan style of tabla playing. Gurumurthy is a high-grade artist in AIR and has also popularized 'Laya Vinyasa', an ensemble of tabla, pakhawaj, yakshagana chende and mrudanga over many prestigious stages, which has gained its own popularity appealing to the crowds. Awards: Karnataka Sangeeth Nrithya Kala Academy Human Resource Development Scholarship, Govt of India
A self-taught Bangalore-based guitarist and songwriter, Bryden Lewis draws from an eclectic variety of styles and influences as far apart as blues, rock, jazz, country, metal, and both Western and Indian classical music. His most prominent work has been in the realm of rock and heavy metal guitar with his band Slain and was commended by the Rolling Stone Metal Awards crowned as ‘Best Metal Guitarist’ in India in the year 2010 followed by the title of ‘Guitarist of the Year’ at the Jack Daniels Annual Rock Awards. He is best known for his work with contemporary rock idols Slain who have opened for international sensations Iron Maiden (UK), Mr. Big (US), and Meshuggah (Sweden). He was on tour for nearly four years with the world-renowned Indian folk artist, Raghu Dixit, as part of The Raghu Dixit Project and has been touring the world ever since he began playing at some of the most prestigious festivals such as Womad, Larmer Tree, etc. He has also been featured on the Andrew Marr show on BBC along with Raghu Dixit. Former endorsee of PRS Guitars, Bryden currently endorses Gibson Guitars and uses the Les Paul Standard 2013 and the Les Paul Custom Shop Axcess guitars. Awards: 'Guitarist of the year' - Jack Daniels Annual Rock Awards 2010 'Best Metal Guitarist' - Rolling Stone Metal Awards 2010 Best Guitarist - Hornbill Rock Contest - 2010 Best Guitarist - LiveWire IIT Mumbai 2008 Best Guitarist - Saarang IIT Chennai 2008 Best Guitarist - Strawberry Fields, NLS Bangalore 2007 Best Guitarist - CMC Vellore 2007 Best Guitarist - Christ University, Bangalore 2007
Neeraj Arya's Kabir Cafe is a quest to ensure Kabir's verses that are comprehensible and accessible, through contemporary music to the rest of the world. Neeraj has pioneered the genre known as Kabir Rock. It is a venture where they strive to present the great Kabir's poetry in a musically interesting fashion, without compromising its lyrical beauty. Neeraj Arya's relentless research for years in understanding and performing Kabir's verses is the backbone behind Kabir Cafe. They are largely influenced by the renowned Kabir folk singer Prahlad Tippaniya, who is a Padmashri winner. Kabir's Cafe has: Neeraj Arya on Lead Vocals & Rhythm Guitars Mukund Ramaswamy on Violin Raman Iyer on Mandolin Viren Solanki on Percussions Poubuanpou Britto KC on Bass Guitar
Maadhyam is a Delhi-based band that serves a wholesome platter of music. It is a multi-genre band. The band members include Mayank Maurya on lead vocals, Shubham Srivastava on lead guitar/vocals, Kamal Kishor on drums/precussion, and Manish Ahuja on bass/vocals. The band is highly influenced by other bands like Jal, Roxen, Call The Band, etc.
Loons is a LIVE band based out of Mumbai, Maharashtra. The six-piece band was formed in 2010 in Kanpur. Currently, they are working on their original compositions. They have performed in more than 160 LIVE concerts and events across India. They have consistently bagged awards and runner-up positions in several competitive events. Loons won the MTV Rock War in 2014.
Work in Progress is a five piece LIVE band based out of the IT capital of India, Bangalore. Starting off as a parody band, Work in Progress is now one of Bangalore’s favorite bands. The band has gone through many line-up changes. The band members are constantly coming up with new tunes that fascinate their listeners. They derive their inspiration from their immediate surroundings, more than what is happening in the world. Assuming a new role of determination and musical creativity, Work in Progress is currently working on music that defines their unique persona. Welcome to their 'work', that is always in 'progress', and that is a good thing.
Leher is an alternative pop-rock LIVE band based out of the finance capital of India, Mumbai. The band's recent work has reached up to 3,00.000 views on YouTube. Band Members: Shubham Jadhav – Vocals He has been playing for the last six years and has done around 100 shows till date. He has performed for the World Peace Day, ICT Sport Saga, and various other festivals. Dishant Samota – Lead Guitar Playing for the last eight years, he has done over 200 shows. He has played for Marathi movies, concerts, and festivals, and also stood 1st in Mumbai Zone out of 30 colleges. Ashish Wankhede – Bass Guitar Ashish has been playing the bass for the last three years and has performed at around 100 events at Gujarat. He has played at India News channel, pubs, Rotary Club, complexes, and festivals. Siddharth Kulkarni – Keyboard Playing for the last four years, Sid has done more than 100 shows including college festivals and various other events. He has also worked in movies and certain projects. Tejas Rahate – Drummer Playing for the last two years, Tejas has done over 50 shows including college festivals and various events.
Laxmi Bomb is a four-piece band. A newly formed electro-pop band consisting of singer Keegan Pereira, drummer and songwriter Levin Mendes, bassist Ruell Baretto, and Joaquim Fernandes on keys. The theme of the band is of old times and represented through a woman's imagery – a voyager of the many landscapes in an imaginary city. With exemplary Hindi cinema themes and pop-disco beats tossed in with csndid measure. They have been featured in ‘The Scene at BlueFROG’, MTV India Anniversary Special, the ‘House of Vans edition at Sitara Studio & D’Bell’. Not to mention festivals like ‘Ragasthan’ and the ‘Sony Music Conference’ in Kerala, 2014. Their music has been a regular feature on the radio show ‘Indie Thursday' hosted by RJ Teejay Sidhu for Radio One 94.3 FM and RJ Sucharita Tyagi for Radio City 91.1 FM.
Born to a musician family of Allahabad on 24th August 1991, Priyank Krishna got music in his inheritance. He started his formal training in classical music at a very tender age under his father, the prominent Clarinet player of India, Pt Ram Krishna. Accompanying his father in various music concerts, today Priyank Krishna is carving out a niche for himself in the field of Saxophone. In his recital, Priyank likes to combine the melody of Gayaki and intricacies of Tantrakari Styles along with keeping the effectiveness of a western instrument. His performances have been applauded by audiences and music critics as well. He has also an expertise in playing traditional Indian Flute (Bansuri). During his musical journey, Priyank had the chance to be part of some of the most prestigious music ensembles of the country and on an international level. He performed with Mame Khan (Coke Studio fame), Rajasthan Roots, and Kutle Khan Project, just to name a few.
Tailored Haven is a LIVE band based out of Vadodara, Gujarat. The five-piece band plays progressive metal music. The band explains, performs and advocates metal music. Band Members: Vocals – Reyniel Rozario Guitar – Jay Ainapure Guitar – Rishi Nair Bass – Akash Vyas Drums – Jyotirmay Menon Performances and Achievements: Neotech Tech Fest, Vadodara, 2015 Plugin, Vadodara Winners, Smokin Aces, Paramarsh '15, MSU, Vadodara Ahmedabad Food Festival '15 Runners up, Vivacity, Raddrock '16, LNMIIT, Jaipur Winners, Raga Rhapsody '16, SVIT, Vasad Winners, Headbanger's Ball '16, Nirma University, Ahmedabad Runners up Atmoshsphere, FLAIR '16, PDPU, Gandhinagar Headlined RUSH '16, Vadodara Winners, Blizzards of Rock '17, IIM, Ahmedabad
Meghdhanush is a pop/rock trio based out of Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It was founded in the year 2009. It is a Hindi rock band that believes in their passion over anything else. The band believes in creativity and freshness in its music. With a perfect mix of hard work, Indian classical music training and almighty's blessings, the band asks you to come, celebrate, and get blown away with their acts. The name of the band is based on seven colors of life: Music, smile, scream, happiness, love, passion, and celebration. Meghdhanush has performed nationwide and worldwide in several music festivals and events. Besides, they also produce music, arrange background scores for film projects, and compose jingles. Band Members: Karan Patel – Guitars and Vocals Jainam Modi – Bass and Vocals Dhaivat Jani – Drums, Percussion and Vocals
Sanjay RS is a multitalented musician from Bangalore who has the knowledge of playing more than one instrument. He is not a worldly recognised artist yet but has the passion and potential to be one. Sanjay is a musician who can play the piano, keyboard, guitar, violin, flute, harmonica, drums, tabla and much more. He has performed at various events and shows and is looking for a platform to show off his talents.
Kiran Sunil is a professional multi-instrumentalist. Kiran was born in Abu Dhabi, UAE and started playing piano at the age of 6. Baffled by the current music scenario which is replacing instrumentalists and bands with DJ's and set his path to give people a new kind of music where they can sing along to his tunes. He draws his inspiration from artists like Yanni & Ludovico and has already played at many events across the country, including major cities like , Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Bangalore, with an audience ranging from 50 to 10,000 people and above. He has been invited to many reputed hotels like The Torch 360 in Doha-Qatar to play at New Year's Eve. To Kiran, Music is a universal language which touches everyone's hearts.
Last Minute India is a six-piece Hindi Alt Rock Band that was formed by Subodh Gupta (Bass/Back Vocals) and Bhumit Gor (Guitar), back in 2013. Later, Austin Furtado (Lead Guitar) joined the band along with Jay Jain (Production/Back Vocals). The band was finally complete with the addition of Abdul Shaikh (Vocals) and Yash Khona (Drums). Each member of the band has a different set of influences and inspirations. Which makes the song writing a perfect blend of unique sounds and ideas. Some of the major influences are artists like John Mayer, Guthrie Govan, Porcupine Tree, Slash. Moreover, Indian artists like Sonu Nigam, AR Rahman, Arijit Singh.
Kover is a cover band from Mumbai that comprises of extremely conditioned, talented and experienced musicians. Besides sharing a common alphabet in their last name, these three musicians also share a common interest of playing the best cover sets or working on rendition of any cover. Members: Drums - Pratik Kulgod Bass Guitar - Aditya Kadam Guitar - Sidharth Kadadi
