Divine
Globally, merch is a billion-dollar lifeline for musicians. In India, it remains underdeveloped, caught between cultural habits, price sensitivity, and patchy infrastructure
This lineup proves India is on the global circuit, but the choices behind it reveal the cautious strategy of a first edition
Tracing hip-hop’s 52-year journey, from its Bronx beginnings to its growing presence in India, through moments, artists, and conversations that have stayed with me
From Karan Aujla’s swaggering “MF Ghabru!” and Divine’s fiery “Aag” to Kavya’s EP Hyperreal, this week’s new music is packed with emotion, edge, and reinvention
Artists may have the voice, but it’s the managers who make sure the world listens, and keeps listening
After its long hiatus, this edition felt like a welcome return
The hip-hop artist reflects on his 2024 journey, including his performance in India, acting projects, and taking the stage at MDLBeast Soundstorm in Riyadh
When Chai Met Toast, Madboy/Mink, Dualist Inquiry and more will also perform at the wine and music festival’s first outing in five years, taking place on Feb. 1 and 2, 2025
Sean Paul and Kes released the official version of the track
The Indian hip-hop and pop star brings in everyone from Arijit Singh to DIVINE, MC Stan, Karan Aujla, Nora Fatehi, Seedhe Maut and more across 16 songs
