(clockwise from prime left) East Aspect Queens, Bilal Saeed, Gooth, Saptak Chatterjee. Pictures: Courtesy of the artist
“Her Tune” by Gooth
Chennai artist Gooth is all in regards to the visible and sonic aesthetic on his newest launch, “Her Tune.” Teaming up with file label Circle of Love and visible artist Gherkinz aka Sashank Manohar (additionally bassist at indie-rock faves The F16s), “Her Tune” is a testomony to all issues forward-thinking and cutting-edge rising out of Chennai. The moody, darkish tune sees Gooth traverse hip-hop, pop and R&B together with wavy digital parts, not too far off from the likes of Frank Ocean.
“Jungle Blues” by Yaksha
Created as an experimental acoustic act between late 2020 and early 2021, Yaksha includes guitarist Aditya Mohanan (from metallers Midhaven) and percussionist Ishaan Zaveri and so they’ve launched a closely improvised model of their music “Jungle Blues.” The debut providing comes on the again of a few gigs and “Jungle Blues” faucets into an power that desires to be hypnotic. The nine-minute jam takes place below open sky, between Mohanan’s acoustic guitar and Zaveri’s handpan.
“Rongo” by East Aspect Queens
Kolkata mutli-lingual rap group East Aspect Queens have been garnering the eye of a number of from the area and outdoors of it with their in-your-face combo of verses. Their newest Bengali and English music “Rongo” sees MC Disha, SAKU₹O, KDiva and Rialan (in that order) take goal in any respect the pointless drama that surrounds them, a few of which stem from their friends unable to deal with that they’re a feminine rap group within the metropolis. There’s pointed verses in addition to satirical takes, with all of the rappers operating at their quickest tempo.
“Nila” by Keethan
Producer-singer Keethan has a penchant for heartfelt lo-fi pop that additionally transforms into grandiose cinematic items. His music “Nila,” which launched in October, isn’t any totally different. The music options vocalist Jimmy Francis John and violinist Shravan Sridhar for an intimate sonic expertise devoted to his new child nephews. His subsequent two singles, “Baanu” and “Shashi” appear to delve in the identical universe, which showcases a deeply private but relatable facet to Keethan.
Aaina by Catastrophic Disintegration
Mumbai rock band Catastrophic Disintegration spent six years on their just lately launched debut album Aaina and the labor of affection has now obtained a full launch music by music. The entire eight-track album brings collectively drummer-lyricist Kunal Dalvi, guitarists Nandkishor Kumavat and Aakash Prabhakar and bassist Pratik Borgaonkar alongside the vocal prowess of Kaushik Ramachandran (from prog band Paradigm Shift) and Piyush Kapoor (from rockers Daira). There’s power-packed prog (“Aaina,” “Kathputli” and “Saavan”), ballads like “Banjare,” “Maut” and hovering tunes like “Pradakshinam” to tick all of the packing containers.
“Brother” by Vivek Paul
Singer-songwriter Vivek Paul – now primarily based in Chicago – groups up along with his former band Pantheon’s guitarist Kanishka Suryavanshi for a sometimes nu-metal/alt-rock tribute to Linkin Park’s late vocalist Chester Bennington with “Brother.” There are anguished screams, groovy riffs and low-pitched vocals, all of which remembers the early 2000s sound championed by the likes of Bennington.
All Of Me EP by Bunny M
Not fairly like John Legend’s music of the identical title, Mumbai actor and artist Bunny M aka Tushar Sharma’s debut three-track EP All of Me is an enthralling journey into his jazz-informed piano composing thoughts and the way it gels along with his pop sensibilities. “Taaron Sa Safar” is suitably easy and cutesy in its method, whereas “5 Issues” matches lyrics of combined emotions with acoustic-pop. The place Bunny M actually shines, nonetheless, is on the playful “You Can Salsa.” It’s acquired all of the groove and power with none phrases, which makes for a celebratory near the EP.
“Le Chalo” by Saptak Chatterjee
There’s grief and loss on the heart of New Delhi singer-songwirter Saptak Chatterjee’s new single “Le Chalo.” However the Hindi music additionally provides catharsis in its personal means. Powered by Chatterjee’s chic vocals and charming method to multi-layer vocal harmonies, the music video for “Le Chalo” directed by Tushar Dixit tells an essential even when turbulent story about dealing the passing of a beloved.
“The Umbrella Tune” by Bilal Saeed ft Fateh Singh
U.Ok. singer-songwriter Bilal Saeed groups up with artist Fateh Singh for a punchy new pop bop about breaking stereotypes, particularly round bodily appearances and the way hypocritical we might be about it. Launched through his label One Two Information, there are verses in Punjabi and Hindi about acceptance and being open-minded. Aiming to be a music to showcase allyship for the queer group, “The Umbrella Tune” places ahead the concept of magnificence minus superficial requirements.
Reflections EP by Deodar
New Delhi artist Akshat Kavidayal has worn a couple of hats over the previous few years, most distinguished of them involving bass duties for artists like Gabriel Daniel. Now, he’s launched his digital music challenge Deodar. His debut EP Reflections digs into melodic and progressive home music, whereas additionally spreading out into electronica and techno throughout 4 tracks. It’s moody instrumental music which wouldn’t disappoint diehard digital music followers and may simply be an awesome introduction to anybody discovering their means into listening to techno and home music.
