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Underside, Bhayanak Maut, Mama Tips and the Mama Bois, Gutslit, Girish & The Chronicles and More Set for Mahindra Independence Rock 2023

Underside, Bhayanak Maut, Mama Tips and the Mama Bois, Gutslit, Girish & The Chronicles and More Set for Mahindra Independence Rock 2023

The lineup for the upcoming 29th edition of the rock and metal festival in Mumbai also includes a returning performance…

September 13, 2023

Gig Preview: Tough On Tobacco to Make a Comeback with Live Show

The rockers will be supported by pop-punk outfit The Lightyears Explode and singer-songwriter Rudy Mukta on June 23rd at antiSOCIAL,…

June 22, 2022

Jose Neil Gomes Embraces Minimalism and Diversity on New Solo Album

The multi-instrumentalist brings together electronic music, intriguing voice samples and more on the 16-track ‘Google Maps for Lovers’

May 13, 2019

Jose Neil Gomes Goes Solo

After a long stint with bands like Kailasa and Hipnotribe, the popular multi-instrumentalist is now armed with a slew of…

September 7, 2015

Drum and Ace: Drummer Jai Row Kavi on Keeping Time

Why Jai Row Kavi is one of the most versatile drummers in the Indian music scene today

February 10, 2015

PALM Expo Kicks Off This Week

The three-day pro audio, lighting and music expo in Mumbai includes live performances by over 20 artists, including instrumental rock…

May 27, 2014

Mahesh Tinaikar Leaves Whirling Kalapas To Start Solo Project

Frontman Uday Benegal talks about the Mumbai acoustic rock band’s change in sound and lineup, while guitarist Tinaikar tells us…

March 3, 2014

Sky Rabbit Take Home Top Honors At The 9th Jack Daniel’s Annual Rock Awards

The Mumbai electro rock band won Best Band and Best Album while alt rock artist Sanjeev Thomas and Delhi jazz…

February 22, 2014

JD Annual Rock Awards: Warren Mendonsa Roots For Tough On Tobacco

The frontman of instrumental rock act Blackstratblues wants his longtime friend Sidd Coutto's band to make the most of their…

February 20, 2014

Emerging And Well-Known Bands Vie For Top Honors At Annual Rock Awards

Indian alternative music across genres gets a nod of approval in the country’s longest-running awards show

February 17, 2014