Archive for December, 2010

Bacardi NH7 Weekender Roundup

Friday, December 17th, 2010

The three-day Bacardi NH7 Weekender festival meant a lot of different things to a lot of people, we look back on the highlights and best moments of the festival, and speak to bands about their experiences.

Interview: Lounge Piranha

Friday, December 17th, 2010

We caught up with Lounge Piranha guitarist/vocalist Abhijeet Tambe backstage at the Zero gig at the Bacardi NH7 Weekender. Tambe told us about growing up with music, forming the band, and disillusionment at concerts.

India At The Grammys 2010

Friday, December 17th, 2010

While AR Rahman didn’t get a Grammy nod this year, find out which Indians may find themselves the proud owners of a golden gramophone in February.

Zero Tour Hits Bangalore

Friday, December 17th, 2010

Our favorite formerly-erstwhile-currently-annual band, Zero hit Hard Rock Cafe, Bangalore on Thursday night. Check inside for the setlist, which included two brand new songs, and pics from the gig.

The Tilt Music Festival Announced

Friday, December 17th, 2010

Mumbai venue Blue Frog is hosting a two-day music festival on December 22, 23, featuring European and local bands and VJs – details and full lineup inside.

Sunburn Announce New Headliner To Replace BT

Friday, December 17th, 2010

Sunburn 2010 has announced a surprisingly big-name artist as a replacement for BT. Check inside for details.

Music Alliance Pact – December 2010

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

Another kickass selection of music from all around the world comes your way with December’s edition of the Music Alliance Pact. With picks of songs from regions as diverse as Estonica, Argentina and Iceland, this 35-track mixtape comes your way absolutely free. The Indian rep this month is Bangalore electronica act Tempo Tantrick. Check them out along with 34 other international bands inside!

Asian Dub Foundation Play First Ever Mumbai Gig

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

On Wednesday, December 15, the first Eristoff Invasion pre-party took place at Hard Rock Cafe, Mumbai – featuring Bay Beat Collective, B.L.O.T. and Asian Dub Foundation. Details and setlists inside.

Interview: Reverend Soundsystem

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

Amit ‘The Groovebox’ Gurbaxani meets Jon “Subhash Chandra” McClure. The Reverend Soundsytem frontman tells us why India is one of the most exciting places for indie right now.

The Kominas Cover ‘Choli Ke Peeche’

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

American-Pakistani Muslim punk band The Kominas cover ‘Choli Ke Peeche’ from the ’93 film Khalnayak. Check out a brief history of Taqwacore music and the video inside.

JD Rock Awards Nominees Announced

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

The sixth edition of the Jack Daniels Rock Awards has been announced, along with gig showcases and nominees for Best Song, Best Band, and Best Album of the Year. Voting is on till January 5, details inside.

Red Bull GIR Contest Winners Announced

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

The winners for Red Bull’s Bedroom Jam Contest have been announced. Four bands from four cities have been chosen to open for Meshuggah at Great Indian Rock which kicks off tomorrow. Check inside for details.

Das Racist Denied Entry To The UK

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

Brooklyn hip-hop act Das Racist were detained and deported from the UK a couple of days ago, due to
their political views visa issues. Details inside.

Asian Dub Foundation India Tour

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010

Asian underground pioneers Asian Dub Foundation are on a short tour of the country this week. The British electronica act recently headlined the Bacardi NH7 Weekender, our very own three-day music festival in Pune. The band will hit three cities this week and we recommend you catch them wherever you can. Dates and deets inside.

Report: Bacardi NH7 Weekender Day 3

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010

Day three of the Bacardi NH7 Weekender, our very own three-day music festival, featured performances by some of the most exciting live acts in the country and around the world Check out a short report of all the action in Pune!