Archive for April, 2011

Making The Video: Bramfatura

Friday, April 8th, 2011

Mumbai downtempo/electronica duo Bramfatura are set to release their debut music video for the song ‘Only Just’, as an exclusive release on NH7 on Monday. We spoke with the band about the making of the film.

Live: Shillong Chamber Choir @ Shanmukhananda Hall, Mumbai

Friday, April 8th, 2011

The Shillong Chamber Choir played to a packed-to-capacity Shanmukhananda Hall in Mumbai on Thursday. The performance was one of the best we’ve checked out in 2011.

Watch: Zero and Ravi Chary

Friday, April 8th, 2011

Sitar maestro Ravi Chary joined indie rock veterans on tour late last year for a sitar version of ‘Christmas In July.’ Check inside for a video featuring interviews with the band and Chary, as well as some excellent footage from the gig.

Microgroove: The Vinyl Club

Friday, April 8th, 2011

Zenzi and NH7 present Microgroove – Mumbai’s first vinyl club. The club is open to anyone who is passionate about, and owns/wants to own records. The first edition of the club is this Sunday. Details on how to attend, what’s in store and more, inside!

Beastie Boys Release New Single, Film Trailer

Friday, April 8th, 2011

The new Beasties album Hot Sauce Committee Pt. 2 is out next month. We’ve got a new single and a hilarious trailer for their short film to help us bide the time.

Escape Festival Announced

Friday, April 8th, 2011

The third edition of the Escape Festival will be held this May on the shores of Lake Naukuchiatal in Uttrakhand. Check inside for details, including a partial lineup.

Demonic Resurrection Post Norway Tour Diary

Friday, April 8th, 2011

The band has released the first in a series of videos that document their experience playing last year’s Inferno Festival in Norway. Check inside for the video.

Pics: Alien Chutney @ Blue Frog, Mumbai

Friday, April 8th, 2011

Vir Das-fronted, Mumbai comedy rock act Alien Chutney recorded a live album at the Blue Frog on Wednesday. We’ve got details and a selection of photographs from the gig inside.

Dischordian Release Debut Album At Blue Frog

Thursday, April 7th, 2011

The Feni Farm Riot was officially launched at the Blue Frog on Tuesday. We’ve got details of the gig, the setlist and a selection of photographs inside.

Pics: Agam @ Kyra, Bangalore

Thursday, April 7th, 2011

The local Carnatic rock act played to a seated audience by candle light recently. Check inside for a setlist and a selection of photographs from the gig.

How To License A Cover Song

Thursday, April 7th, 2011

Now you can license any song in the world, inexpensively and within a matter of minutes using online licensing and royalty service providers. Details inside.

RIP Handel Jim (Public Issue Bassist)

Thursday, April 7th, 2011

Handel Jim, bassist of Chennai funk band Public Issue, passed away yesterday after a tragic accident.

Live: Meghalaya Icon 2 @ Laban Sports Club Ground, Shillong

Wednesday, April 6th, 2011

News from the Northeast! The second edition of Meghalaya Icon was held in Shillong recently. Eight bands from around the state competed for a cash prize. Check inside for a review, setlists from all the acts and some excellent photos from the gig.

Bramfatura To Release Music Video For ‘Only Just’ On NH7

Wednesday, April 6th, 2011

Mumbai electronica duo Bramfatura are set to release a music video for their first single ‘Only Just’, as an exclusive NH7 premiere. We’ve got details and a teaser inside.