Half hour recorded weekly hobbyist music podcast on the alt Indian music scenes, featuring bands from the Indian rock, folk, indie, pop and metal genres. To be released alternate Saturdays.
We're almost reaching the end of Season 1 with Discover Desi, and this week it's the four-member, space rock outfit Gumbal from Mumbai, and they bring exciting news too! Listen in for some cool music and an informative conversation.
And it's Samar Mehdi for our eight episode ! Samar Mehdi is a self taught musician and a percussive finger style guitarist all the way from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. And boy... Whatte talent ! Was blown away when I heard him live ! And guess what! He shares his #mytoptracks playlist with us on YouTube and also look out for our first ever exclusive news !
Music is just one of his creative sides. He’s lot more than just a musician! He loves nature. He’s also a big Jal (The Band) fan ! This week it is Taba Chake !! #tabachake #discovertabachake #discoverarunachaleeacoustics#acousticrock #acousticmusic #discoverdesi #allthingsmusic
Takar Nabam is a singer songwriter and guitarist from Doimukh, Arunachal Pradesh, who has lived mostly in Delhi. He has transitioned from metal to soul rock to indie rock and with his next album, it’s gonna be folk rock. He has released two albums, Same Sky in 2016 and This Home, That Home in 2018. Interestingly, there is a sense of love, vulnerability and an intimate romance for different people. Listen in for the Valentine’s Special with the one and only Takar Nabam !!
Deepak Peace is a folk rock artist from Pune who is known for his direct, unapologetic lyrics and organic acoustic sound. He confirms he is an enthusiast of politics and history, but doesn't promote any political ideologies through his music. Very knowledgable, very modest, and a fan of political literature, Deepak Peace talks about his inspirations, his music, poetry and more. ** Please note this episode is in Hindi. We have uploaded a transcription for the episode in English on our Facebook Page - DivyaVishy's Podcast. Find the extended playlist on our YouTube channel - Discover Desi with DivyaVishy.
A Pune-based, eight piece, musical journal of cherished experiences, Easy Wanderlings is a soul pop band from India, who were anonymous before releasing their album. Interesting accounts from Pratika, Sanyanth and Shardul, and even a quiz !!
These girls are rad. These girls are sassy. These girls are factual feminists of the 21st century. This is The Vinyl Records. They feel strongly about gender equality and women empowerment. And they express it through their music. We discuss gender equality, #MeTooIndia, OML controversy and more !
For these childhood friends, it has always been more than just music. Black Letters strives not to repeat a composition, style and most importantly attempts to bring awareness to the Indian society through their music.
Masala Coffee is a contemporary folk band from the South of India, who believe in using Indian and other instruments for their music compositions. Groove to a few songs, and feel the love in the others. This is your daily dose of Masala Coffee.