Archive for January, 2011

Interview: The Magic Numbers

Friday, January 28th, 2011

All of us would forget about being cool. A band that began eleven years ago in a graveyard, slowly grew into indie superstars. We trace their musical beginnings, their moments of disillusionment, and live through some of the stories that have inevitably seeped into their folksy Britpop-tinged music, over some rooftop laughter and chilled beer.

BLOT Ready Debut Album

Friday, January 28th, 2011

New Delhi electronica act BLOT are set to release their debut album Basic Love of Things by April. We speak with founder Gaurav Malaker about the new record.

Indus Creed Play New Material At Blue Frog, Mumbai

Friday, January 28th, 2011

The reunited Mumbai rockers performed new songs from a promised new album at a packed gig at the Blue Frog, Mumbai. We have details, pictures and the setlist inside.

Indian Ocean Play Packed Gig At Bandra Amphitheatre, Mumbai

Friday, January 28th, 2011

New Delhi fusion giants Indian Ocean played yet another packed gig at the Bandra Amphitheatre on Thursday night. Check out the details and pics from the gig.

Live: MH04, Middle Sister @ Carter Road Promenade, Mumbai

Friday, January 28th, 2011

On January 27, Carter Road Promenade saw a series of gigs by new local bands as part of the Queerazadi Week. Check out the details and setlists inside.

Ujaan Festival Announced

Friday, January 28th, 2011

The Ujaan Festival for the Sunderbans will be held in Frazergunj, West Bengal in March, featuring an excellent lineup of Indian acts including Shaa’ir + Func, Lounge Piranha and Bay Beat Collective.

Converse Announces Band Contest

Friday, January 28th, 2011

Converse India announces a search for India’s best original bands. Check inside for details.

Apache Indian Plots India Tour

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Yes, THAT Apache Indian. Prepare for winding bodies/wriggling bellies. The man who did more for the cause of ‘Arranged Marriage’ than conservative parents could ever do, the Don Raja himself will tour five cities in the country next month. It’s too bad it isn’t 1994 anymore. Oh well. Check inside for details, some reminiscing and a look at Prabhu Deva doing what does best.

Parikrama, BLOT To Play SXSW

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Both acts will join artists from around the world at the big blowout in Austin, Texas this March. Find out who else is performing at the festival, inside.

Wrenz United Release Debut EP

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Kochi rock act Wrenz United released their debut three-track EP on January 25, soon to be available as a free download via their website. Check out the cover art, track list, and details inside.

Watch: ‘Simply Be’ – Thermal And A Quarter

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Bangalore rock act Thermal And A Quarter have a video out for their song ‘Simply Be’, featuring footage of them vacationing and gigging at the Maldives. Check it out inside.

Who Is: Underground Authority

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

Underground Authority is not the Subway Police. Underground Authority is not a sinister secret society, wielding great power whilst lurking in the shadows (did Steve tell you that?). Check inside to find out. Hint: It’s about winning.

Watch: ‘Nightwatch’ – Acrylics

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

New York duo Acrylics have a video out for their single ‘Nightwatch’. Check it out inside, along with a free download of their earlier music!

Them Clones Working On New Material

Thursday, January 27th, 2011

The New Delhi alt rockers have risen from dormancy for two promised singles. Head inside for details.

The Indiecision Guide To Upcoming Releases 2011

Tuesday, January 25th, 2011

The days of the procrastinating Indian band are numbered. With advances in computer-assisted recording techniques, a burgeoning home-studio recording scene, and an overall increase in the general motivation of Indian artists to release new music, 2011 could well be the biggest year for Indian indie music in terms of quantum of music produced and released. Here’s our guide to Indian indie artists releasing albums/EPs this year.