Archive for January, 2011

Editor’s Week In Review: Jan 1-7

Friday, January 7th, 2011

Arjun S Ravi takes a look back at what you may have missed this week in music including new music from around the country, updates from the Eristoff Invasion and more.

Channel [V] Launchpad Revamped

Friday, January 7th, 2011

Channel [V]‘s music reality show is back, except it’s no longer a music reality show. Check inside for more details and your daily dose of music television kvltness.

Soulmate Announce New Dates, To Play USA Gig

Friday, January 7th, 2011

Shillong blues band Soulmate has announced a raft of new dates which culminate in a gig in Washington, D.C. Check inside for more details and a list of dates.

Bryan Adams, What’s Up With That?

Friday, January 7th, 2011

Bryan Adams, in the news again? What, are you guys like obsessed with him? Seriously, this is not healthy and has got to stop. This is the absolute last time I’m going to read something about him in these pages. No, it’s a promise.

Watch: ‘Free’ – The Boxettes

Friday, January 7th, 2011

All-female beatboxing act The Boxettes have released their debut video. Check it out inside.

Hard Rock Battle of the Bands Announced

Thursday, January 6th, 2011

An international competition, the Global Ambassadors of Rock Battle of the Bands gives Indian bands a chance to win a spot on the bill at Hard Rock Calling; the three-day music festival at Hyde Park, London has seen performances by the likes of Pearl Jam, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen and Eric Clapton. Details of how to participate, inside!

Pics: Zero @ Blue Frog, Mumbai

Thursday, January 6th, 2011

Mumbai alt-rockers Zero wrapped up their Two Zero One Zero tour with a special performance at the Blue Frog, Mumbai recently. We’ve got details and a full gallery of pictures.

Avial To Stream Gig Live On New Website

Thursday, January 6th, 2011

Kochi rock act Avial will launch their new website at a gig at the Blue Frog, Mumbai. We speak with vocalist Tony John about what the band has in store for the gig, and 2011.

Dark Tranquility To Play In India

Thursday, January 6th, 2011

Swedish melodic death metal band Dark Tranquility will be playing at BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus on February 12. Check inside for details and a poorly designed poster.

YP Foundation Launches Indie Music Lecture Series

Thursday, January 6th, 2011

New Delhi youth organization The YP Foundation has launched a series of workshops/lectures on topics surrounding the independent music industry in India. Check inside for more details.

Bombay Bassment Give Sneak Peak Of First Music Video

Thursday, January 6th, 2011

Mumbai hip-hop act Bombay Bassment are releasing their debut music video for the song ‘Hip Hop (Never Be The Same)’. Check out a DIY making-of-the-video shot on the band’s digicams and iPhones.

Yodhakaa Plot Album Launch Tour

Thursday, January 6th, 2011

Experimental folk act Yodhaaka will play a three city tour this month. Check inside for details.

Faridkot To Launch Debut Album This Month

Wednesday, January 5th, 2011

New Delhi Hindi pop-rock band Faridkot will release their debut album 1 this month. The band recently signed to Times Music and will release the album on this label with a launch gig in the capital. We speak with vocalist IP Singh about the album. Check out the tracklist, cover art and details about 1 inside.