Kailash Kher is shining a bright spotlight on a wave transforming Indian music: independent and folk voices stepping into the mainstream. He views music not as Bollywood alone but as a vast ecosystem enriched by diverse regional sounds. Kher says non-film and independent music has seen dramatic growth in recent years. Thanks to platforms that [&hel
Kushagra’s Creative Freedom: The Rise of an Independent Voice
Few indie artists in India have a story as authentic and emotionally resonant as Kushagra Thakur, the soul-stirring singer-songwriter from Dehradun. From a viral cover upload on his mother’s phone to a chart-topping original, his journey is proof that sincerity, not strategy, can build a movement. Kushagra’s musical awakening began young. At six, h
Strings: The Band That Gave South Asia Its Timeless Soundtrack
Few bands in South Asia have created the kind of lasting impact that Strings has. What started as a college music project in Karachi in the late 1980s quietly turned into a cultural movement. With poetic lyrics, soulful melodies, and a clean, emotional sound, Strings connected deeply with audiences across India, and beyond. Their music […]
Papon Live in Concert Mumbai: Soulful Evenings Return on March 2, 2025
Mumbai is set to be swept away by a night of music and emotion when Papon takes the stage at Shanmukhananda Hall on March 2, 2025, at 7:45 PM. Known for blending Assamese folk roots with contemporary flair, Papon has built a reputation for deeply moving live performances that draw the crowd in with every […]
Mame Khan Is On a Mission to Take Indian Folk Music to the World
He launches into Dama Dam Mast Kalandar 2.0 with echoing sarangi and harmonium, only to find them met by shimmering synths and rap verses. The new version of the desert wedding anthem comes alive with Mame Khan’s powerful voice layered over AJRaps’s rhythm and modern beats. The collision of folk tradition and fresh experimentation marks […]