Berlin techno’s addition to the UNESCO Cultural Heritage list, Daddy Yankee and Black Eyed Peas facing a copyright infringement lawsuit for sampling without permission, Dua Lipa’s revelation of details about her new album “Radical Optimism,” BTS’ V dominating iTunes charts worldwide with a new solo track, and Kanye West claiming to have invented every style…
The Echoes of Earth isn’t your typical music festival. Sure, it has amazing music from India and all over the world, but it’s also committed to protecting the environment and celebrating the beauty of nature. This eco-friendly event recently wrapped up its first edition in Goa, following several successful years in Bangalore. Echos of Earth…
In a recent evening of contemporary jazz titled ‘India Jazz Up’ at the Prestige Srihari Khoday Centre for Performing Arts, Bengaluru, a trio of internationally renowned musicians came together for a truly unique performance. Hosted by the Italian Consulate, the event featured Paolo Fresu on trumpet, Rita Marcotulli on piano, and Trilok Gurtu on a…
Feeling overwhelmed by the vast world of music? Stumbled upon the term “indie” and unsure what it means? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Indie music can feel like a giant umbrella sheltering a multitude of exciting sounds. But what exactly is indie music, and where do you even begin? What is Indie Music? It’s More…
Today, music festivals are the heart and soul of India’s vibrant cultural scene, uniting people across languages and backgrounds. Gone are the days of just traditional celebrations. But with the music festival season kicking off, a question arises: do these festivals embrace independent music? The Rise of Independent Music in India The answer is a…
The music industry never sleeps, and this week has been packed with exciting news! We’ve got festival announcements, plagiarism accusations, award show wins, and the future of music on popular platforms. Let’s dive into the top music news headlines: Hyderabad Gets Its First Indie Music Festival Calling all indie music fans! The Independent Music Platform…
Hold onto your microphones, because Billie Eilish just rewrote Oscar history! At the 2024 Academy Awards, the 22-year-old singer-songwriter, along with her brother Finneas O’Connell, became the youngest duo to ever win two Oscars for Best Original Song. Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell Win Second Oscar for “What Was I Made For?” from Barbie Their…
For years, Bollywood soundtracks were the soundtrack to our lives. Remember turning on Spotify and seeing movie songs dominate the charts? It wasn’t uncommon – in fact, film music made up a whopping 90% of all listening on Spotify India! But hold onto your headphones, because the tides are turning. Independent music, created by talented…
