Archive for April, 2011

Harley Rock Riders Contest

Friday, April 29th, 2011

Win Zippo lighters and entry to the Harley Rock Riders show in Mumbai. Plus, details of what to expect at the gig at the Blue Frog next week!

Now Playing: The Circus

Wednesday, April 27th, 2011

Stream the entirety of the band’s debut album From Space on NH7!

Pics: Peter Cat Recording Co. @ High Spirits, Pune

Wednesday, April 27th, 2011

The New Delhi orchestral indie rock band played the Pune leg of their national tour at High Spirits in Pune recently. Head inside for details, including a setlist and photographs from the gig.

Watch: ‘Ina Mina Dika’ – Goldspot

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

LA indie rockers bring us their take on the C. Ramachandra/Kishore Kumar classic. Check out the video, featuring an Aasif Mandvi cameo, inside.

Pics: Control ALT Delete – Chapter II @ B69, Mumbai

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

The second edition of the Control ALT Delete series of gigs saw performances by local acts Artificial Red, Forcefield, The Riot Peddlers, The Lightyears Explode, Split and Sridhar/Thayil. It also featured a surprise performance by Zero.

Pics: Airport @ Swig, Pune

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

The Hindi pop-rock band played a set at Swig in Pune recently. We’ve got details, the setlist and a selection of photos from the set inside.

Microgroove: The Second Edition

Monday, April 25th, 2011

The second edition of Microgroove, the vinyl club, hits Zenzi Bandra this Sunday. The event will feature a special Bob Dylan listening session, giveaways, open playlists and more! Details inside.

Wrenz United Announces New Guitarist

Monday, April 25th, 2011

The Kochi alt rock band has announced the replacement for Baiju Dharmajan. Head inside for details, including a video of kvlt shredding.

Metallica Bassist Confirms India Tour

Monday, April 25th, 2011

As previously reported, the thrash metal giants are headed to the country later this year. Check inside for details.

Review: Sennheiser HD 280 Pro Headphones

Friday, April 22nd, 2011

We take a look at Sennheiser’s HD 280 Professional DJ Headphones from a strictly non-professional perspective. Check inside for details.

Gig Alert: Control ALT Delete – Chapter II

Friday, April 22nd, 2011

The gig features seven acts from Mumbai performing at our favourite new venue, B69. Also on the cards is an excellent surprise performance we’ve arranged. Details inside.

Junkyard Groove Plan New EP

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

The Ameeth Thomas-fronted Chennai alt rock band, that recently broke up and reformed within the span of 24 hours, has announced a five-track EP. Details inside.

Coming Soon: Coke Studio India

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

The beverage manufacturer’s music property is making its way south following a highly successful run in Pakistan. We’ve got all the details you need to know about Coke Studio India.

‘Some Boys’ – Death Cab For Cutie

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

A new Death Cab track from their coming seventh studio album Codes and Keys has surfaced. Stream and review inside.

New Bon Iver Album Announced

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

The self-titled follow-up to 2008′s excellent For Emma, Forever Ago is out on June 21. Details, the cover and tracklist inside.

Pics: Gowri, Peter Cat Recording Co. @ CounterCulture, Bangalore

Thursday, April 21st, 2011

The Whitefield venue hosted the singer-songwriter and the four-piece orchestral rock band this past weekend. Head inside for details and a gallery of photos from the gig.