17 Indian Musicians Who Changed The Damn Game In 2015
*adds to playlist*
posted on Dec. 22, 2015, at 7:37 p.m.
1. Nucleya
After opening for Skrillex and releasing an album during a freakin’ ganpati visarjan, it’s safe to say that Udyan Sagar is the most explosive DJ act in the country today.
2. Nicholson
Sohrab Nicholson’s project, replete with sweeping electronic sounds and spellbinding vocals, has emerged as one the most loved indie acts of the year,
3. Prateek Kuhad
The singer-songwriter was the only Indian selected for the prestigious Converse Rubber Tracks Global Program, powered by his new EP, In Tokens & Charms.
4. The Indian Jam Project
Tushar Lall
Keyboardist Tushar Lall’s ensemble of musicians amassed massive hits on their Indian classical renditions of your favourite songs, including their amazing version of the Harry Potter theme.
5. Naezy
The Mumbai rapper has had a breakout year, the highlight of which has been rapping the theme song for AIB’s new TV show.
6. Rhythm Shaw
Just watch this Kolkata guitarist play his acoustic in this mesmerising video and tell me if you’re not left speechless.
7. Vidya Vox
The vocalist has been busy taking over social media all year, with various new collaborations and mashups.
8. The F16s
After recording a glorious EP at Brooklyn’s Converse Rubber Track Studios , the 5-piece has been busy constructing their first full length album, Triggerpunkte. We’re eagerly waiting, boys.
9. Skyharbor
Keshav Dhar’s metal outfit added drummer Aditya Ashok of OX7GEN fame to their setup this year, and are fresh off a successful North America tour. Check out their new music here.
10. Dhruv Visvanath
The fedora friendly guitarist released some great material this year, including his debut album, Orion.
11. Badshah
2015 was the year for this rapper, who dropped everything from unannounced underground grooves to club-friendly chartbusters.
12. Skylight Vision
This Pune progressive pop rock band has been making waves all year round, culminating in a performance at the NH7 Weekender
13. Max Godman
The Mumbai artist impressed many this year with his percussive guitar skills, culminating in a set at the Pune edition of the NH7 Weekender.
14. Spud in the Box
The Mumbai-based six-piece has been hard at work on their debut album, Lead Feet Paper Shoes, and the efforts are paying off beautifully.
15. B.R.E.E.D
Ritesh D’Souza, one half of the immensely entertaining B.R.E.E.D, made the news when he became the first Indian artist to perform at the famous Coachella Festival.
16. Until We Last
This post-rock/ electronica band from Bangalore specialises in music aimed at taking you to the moon and back.
17. Tejas Menon
Tejas Menon
This Mumbai singer-songwriter got rained in with his bandmates in a car, but he made the most of it with an impromptu jam session, thus winning over the situation and our hearts in one glorious performance.
Courtesy: http://www.buzzfeed.com/shayanroy/17-indian-musicians-who-changed-the-game-in-2015#.parVDpPg0
