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Thaikkudam Bridge

Kochi fusion rock act Thaikkudam Bridge has contributed vastly to the Indie music scene. The band now boasts of a global presence wooing listeners worldwide with their folk and classical-inspired music.

Agam

The pioneers of Carnatic progressive rock; their genre-specific music represents their true identities and tastes. They call themselves practitioners of Carnatic progressive rock and we call them the heartbeat of the same.

Sean Roldan & Friends

Pioneers of the Tamil Indie Music Scene, Sean Roldan & Friends are making sure to leave an indelible mark with compositions that break ground. Covering blues, jazz, and contemporary Indian music, they are known for always dropping the mic!

Aattam Kalasamithi & Thekkinkaadu Band

Drumrolls for the most popular percussion band from Kerala, Attam Kalasamithi. The band parades the heart of melomaniacs across the globe with 24 other talented Chenda artists.

Arivu

From the folklore, anecdotes, and challenges that their ancestors were privy to, Arivu’s work has a story that needs to be heard. He possesses an incredible power of music to move the public with his contemporary music scene.

Maalavaika Sundar

Indian Idol fame, super singer Maalavika Sundar brings an aesthetic to her music that draws her audience to be a part of her Carantic Cajoling with her series of Raagamaalika. Her effortlessness in her art sets her apart and makes her one of her own

Delhi

Thirumali

Thirumali keeps on winning hearts by bringing together musicality, poetry, and social commentary in the Rap offerings.

Arivu

From the folklore, anecdotes, and challenges that their ancestors were privy to, Arivu’s work has a story that needs to be heard. He possesses an incredible power of music to move the public with his contemporary music scene.

Neeraj Madhav

An actor, a rapper, and a screenwriter, Neeraj Madhav dons many hearts. The Family Man or the viral NJ as his beloved fans address him is a hit amongst Malayalees & all across the world.

Hanumankind

Hanumankind is the lyrical rap identity and alter-ego of South Indian rapper Sooraj Cherukat. Majorly known for fusing big band sounds with boisterous hip-hop, if you’re a Fight Club enthusiast, you’re only a ‘Go To Sleep’ song away from joining the Hanumankind cult.

All Ok

The Badshah of Kannada rapping, singing, acting, and music-producing, All OK can also be called the next best sensation. Played and appreciated by even BBC Radio London, he proclaims his motto to mark Kannada indie music in the world market.

Sithara's Project Malabaricus

In the mesmerising voice of their front-woman,two time state award winner Sithara Krishnakumar,the brand brings Malabar and her people to life.

Karthik

Welcome aboard the latest chapter of South Side Story, Karthik, whose musical journey transcends boundaries. His repertoire boasts a vast collection of songs sung in languages like Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, and more with over 8000+ songs.

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