When Bengaluru-based rock band Parvaaz returned after six years with their new single Kauaʻi ʻōʻō, no one really expected the kind of depth and quiet drama it carried. The song draws its soul from an obscure but unforgettable audio recording: the final mating call of the now-extinct Hawaiian bird, the Kauaʻi ʻōʻō. In sampling that […]
Your guide for Akon in Mumbai on November 16
If you’re heading to hear Akon live at NESCO Hall 6 in Goregaon on Sunday, November 16, there’s nothing more exciting than knowing exactly how you’ll get there. Whether you’re coming by train, metro, bus or car, here’s your go-to travel checklist so you can arrive calm, cool and ready for the show. By local […]
Albela Swims Out of Grief with His Trap-Jazz EP ‘Bohot Ajeeb Artist’
Some artists chase trends. Others chase truth. Delhi-based rapper Albela clearly belongs to the second kind. With his new EP Bohot Ajeeb Artist, he doesn’t just rap; he reflects, remembers, and rebuilds. Across five songs, he opens a window into grief, loneliness, and rediscovery, backed by moody trap-jazz textures that sound like late-night though
APJ Abdul Kalam’s Love for the Veena: How Music Shaped India’s Missile Man
When people think of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, they picture a scientist, a teacher, and the “People’s President.” But there was another side to him, deeply personal, quiet, and spiritual. Kalam was a devoted lover of music, and his connection with the veena was as meaningful to him as his work in science and education. […]
Aarohi Koraa’s “Close To You”: A Journey of Self-Taught Passion and Unwavering Dream
Aarohi Koraa, a young artist from Chandigarh, represents a rare kind of creative resilience, one that thrives despite the odds. Her latest single Close To You is more than just a song; it’s a reflection of years of persistence, learning, heartbreak, and self-discovery. At just 20, Aarohi’s journey from a self-taught musician to a producer […