Rang Bhavan had a certain charm, but even our new venue for I Rock has a beautiful look and feel to it: Farhad Wadia

The iconic music festival 'Independence Rock' returns this year with a big bang. The festival will continue to democratise music in this new chapter by questioning the status quo and reflecting on social and cultural changes. I-Rock's goal is to honour India's rock legacy while also providing a creative platform for the youth to express non-conformist ideas, freedom of speech, inclusivity, and equality.

It was either money or contentment and I chose the latter: Dancer - T Lakshmi Reddi

New Delhi based professional Kuchipudi exponent T Lakshmi Reddi is one of the foremost disciples of renowned Kuchipudi exponents and mentors, "Padmashri" Guru Jayarama Rao and Vanashree Rao, they have trained several students, Lakshmi holds the distinction of being among the most brilliant and has already performed in 17 countries.

My new song is about how to appreciate life: Akanksha Dhyani

Akanksha Dhyani pop Indie born and brought up in Dehradun, Akanksha is a musician in her dreams and a software engineer in pursuit of her dreams. She believes in music that has roots in memories and mostly writes about happy days, nostalgia for home and nature.

The song is about moving your fears and letting yourself fall in love: Druv Kent

Druv Kent is an internationally recognized and chart-topping singer-songwriter originally from Kolkata, now based in Singapore, who left a banking career to follow his passion for music. He is the first Asia-based musician in two decades to have his music backed by the UK's BBC Radio. With his earthy, anthemic and lyrical songs, the financer-turned-musician seeks meaning in a shifting world with contemporary folk-pop sounds blended with the fuel of his Indian heritage.

The Singing Sisters: Tetseo Sisters

The North East has consistently produced music that is synonymous with brilliance. Besides soloist and groups, several all-women bands are proliferating. The Tetseo Sisters’ are a household name that performs traditional Naga music. They hail from the Chakhesang tribe; the sisters come from a small village in a town called Thüvopisü in Nagaland.

Made in India, Raja Kumari

Like many young girls, Svetha Yellapragada Rao’s life wasn’t in the strata where she thought she was in. She wanted to do many things, like any normal teen around in the 2000s, but it was difficult, a South Indian girl growing up in America.

Lucky for Some: Lucky Ali

For those who grew up in the late ’90s, Lucky Ali’s music still gives you nostalgic memories. His indie-pop music and videos, many of them shot at offbeat locations, are still loved by every ardent fan of his. Past the age of 60 with over 25 years in the music industry, Lucky Ali still draws in the crowds wherever he goes.

Where Poetry meets Rock: The Yellow Diary

A 4-member music collective, The Yellow Diary has a sound that is best described as 'Poetry with Rock'. With a blend of electronic music and rock, they are touted to be a compositional powerhouse with widespread praise from music and film industry in India.

Woman of Song: Carolina Norbu

Carolina Norbu is an upcoming, passionate singer-songwriter from the picturesque hills of Arunachal Pradesh who also doubles up as a dentist by profession. She plays the guitar and besides her original compositions, she also does cover versions of artists like Coldplay, Kina Grannis, Ed Sheeran, Kodaline who inspire her.

“Dance is an attraction that lingers all the while” – Dhriti Nair

Arangetram is a dream of every Bharatnatyam student. It is a step forward in the journey of dance. After 10 years of formal training in Bharatanatyam, Dhriti Nair, daughter of Aarti and Rajeev Nair has reached the stage of Arangetram, scheduled on 28th November, 2021 at The Mysore Association, Matunga East, Mumbai.