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07th September, 2015Plan out your monthly gig selection at the Frog right here.
DATE: 2nd September, Wednesday
EVENT: FuzzCulture, Opening Act: Blek
PERFORMING ARTISTS: FuzzCulture, Blek
GENRE: Electronic
ABOUT FuzzCulture, Opening Act: Blek
Comprising of Arsh Sharma and Srijan Mahajan. Evolving from a project which has spent over a year and a half in the studio to a full-fledged live act , FuzzCulture is an act which aims to combine melody and groove within a framework of mix-tape experimentation. FuzzCulture’s live shows promise to be ripe with energy, and you would be advised to come prepared for a full fledged roller-coaster ride.
Srijan Mahajan is also the Drummer for Parikrama, Half Step Down, And Cyanide and has played over 700 shows in the country and all over the world. Srijan is also a full time producer at Studio Fuzz and is currently involved in projects on television and in film.
Arsh Sharma is also the Guitarist/Vocalist for The Circus and has played over 250 Shows in the country and abroad. Arsh is also a full time producer at Studio Fuzz and is currently involved in projects on television and in film.
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 1.00 am
ENTRY: Rs. 350 / Rs. 1000 Full Cover / Ladies free entry (post 9 pm)
DATE: 6th September, Thursday
EVENT: Iron Maiden Album Listen feat. Devoid & Friends
PERFORMING ARTISTS: Devoid
GENRE: Rock
ABOUT Iron Maiden Album Listen feat. Devoid & Friends
Formed in a decade when heavy metal was still in its infant stages in India, Devoid has grown to become veteran death/thrash metallers representing a genre which was long under represented in the country.
Formed in 2005, the band then comprised of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Arun Iyer, drummer Shubham Kumar and the lead guitarist Keshav Kumar. The three member group would meet Frank Pawar in 2006, which would be the line up for the larger part of the bands career. The band called ample attention on to itself by winning Campus Rock Idols which was one of the biggest competitions for rock and metal bands at that point in time, with in the first year of being together. With the fan base steadily increasing Devoid started touring with several indigenous acts in the scene like Demonic Resurrection, Bhayanak Maut, Myndsnare, Kryptos, Brute Force, Infernal Wrath etc. playing cities Pune, Hyderabad, Delhi, Shillong and home ground- Bombay. It wasn’t too long before the band moved from opening slots to headlining slots.
In 2010, Devoid reached one of its biggest and most crucial milestones in the band’s career when they released their debut ‘A God’s Lie’ through Demonstealer Records. The band toured Bangalore, Mumbai and Pune along side death/thrash metal troupers Nervecell from UAE. In the years to follow Devoid went on to share the stage with Cradle of Filth, Decapitated and Sybreed when the bands toured India. The band received rave reviews for the album all across, with one reviewer who went as far as to say that “A God’s Lie is a thrash metal fan’s wet dream come true”.
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 1.00 am
ENTRY: Rs. 500 full cover (Post 8 pm)
DATE: 4th September, Friday
EVENT: VH1 Supersonic Club Nights feat. John Dahlback
PERFORMING ARTISTS: John Dahlback, Zaeden
GENRE: House
ABOUT John Dahlback
Label owner, producer, remixer and DJ: there isn’t much John Dahlback hasn’t done during his decade-young career. Now, at just 28, he sits atop the global dance scene with a forthcoming album on one of the world’s leading (and largest) electronic labels Ultra and a diary that defines the term transatlantic as he jets back and forth between America, Ibiza and beyond. Rewind just on eleven years and we find John at the start of his professional journey, signing his first releases at the tender age of 17, which even by the youthfully dominated standards of the world of dance, is remarkable.
Whether it was deep house and techno for legendary imprints like Kompakt or Dessous, through to the later expansion of his style to incorporate the energy of big-room electro for the likes of Spinnin’, Protocol, Toolroom, Big Beat, Phazing and Wall there are few - if any - who can boast such a varied and impressive musical CV. However, what makes this achievement even more historic is that he also found time to establish and develop not one, but two labels all of his own.
TIMINGS: 9 pm – 1.30 am
ENTRY: Early Bird tickets @Rs.700
DATE: 6th September, Sunday
EVENT: theatre@theFROG ft. I LOVE YOU, LET'S HAVE SEX
CAST: Ashish Paliwal,Shena Gamat, Shivam Pradhan, Pravan Brara
GENRE: Theatre
ABOUT theatre@theFROG ft. I LOVE YOU, LET'S HAVE SEX
A BAREFOOT! Production, I LOVE YOU, LET’S HAVE SEX is an interactive theatre piece, devised and performed by two actors. Humourous and quick-paced, the play offers insights into how relationships work and changes we can make as individuals to help find connection and empathy with each other.
Recognizing the universality of the content, the actors find ways in which to interact with the audience directly – leading to improvised audience involvement, some real ‘aha’ moments and more than a little madness!
The script twists and turns upon itself, deliberately blurring the lines between performer and audience. In other words, I Love You, Let’s Have Sex is a fun and enriching theatrical experience for anyone who has or ever will be in a relationship with another human being (you?).
The play opened at the Delhi Contemporary Arts Festival to hugely positive response and has since then been gaining a buzz in the Delhi theatre circuit. This performance marks the show’s debut in Mumbai.
TIMINGS: 8.30 pm – 10.30 pm
ENTRY: Rs. 350
DATE: 8th September, Tuesday
EVENT: Prateek Kuhad "In Tokens and Charms" Fall Tour
PERFORMING ARTIST: Prateek Kuhad
GENRE: Singer - Songwriter
ABOUT Prateek Kuhad
With the release of his EP, Raat Raazi, in 2013, Delhi-based singer-songwriter Prateek Kuhad instantly established himself as one of the most promising artists in the Indian independent music scene. Written completely in Hindi, Raat Raazi released to critical acclaim and featured complex and nuanced guitar work.
Prateek, with his unique blend of minimal, folk arrangements and pop rock melodies, effortlessly captures life’s complexities in his songs. Having performed at venues across New York, Prague, New Orleans and India, he has played at festivals such as the Bacardi NH7 Weekender (2012, 2013), Ziro Festival (2014) and more. Live, Prateek perfectly recreates the warmth and vulnerability that are a signature on his recordings, using his folk-pop sensibilities to forge an infrangible connection with the audience.
Prateek recently released his much awaited debut album titled, In Tokens & Charms, on 21st January 2015.
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 11.30 pm
ENTRY: FREE
DATE: 9th September, Wednesday
EVENT: Norman Doray + Nikhil Chinappa
PERFORMING ARTISTS: Norman Doray, Nikhil Chinappa
GENRE: Electronic, House
ABOUT Norman Doray + Nikhil Chinappa
Norman Doray:
Norman was born in French Brittany, the place where he first discovered disco music with his family and then later electronic music through artists such as Daft Punk, Cassius and Junior Jack.
Norman started DJing in his 20s, becoming a resident for several bars and clubs in France, including most notably the Queen in Paris. In 2005, he introduced himself to production and started making music of his own. His first release saw him work with Pierre de La Touche and Arno Cost. Together, they created ‘The Freshmakers.’
Norman quickly discovered a real passion for production and before long was releasing his first tracks through Serial Records in France.
His productions are now signed to a selection of the most important labels in electronic music. Labels like Steve Angello’s Size Records, Axwell’s Axtone, CR2, Strictly Rhythm, Warner Music and the legendary Atlantic Records in America have all spread Norman’s music around the globe. The official download platform for electronic music, Beatport, consistently ranks Norman Doray productions in its Top 10. Along the way, Norman has also collaborated with the scene’s finest talent. He has co-produced with Arno Cost, Avicii, Tristan Garner, Albin Myers, David Tort whilst remixing the likes of David Guetta, Dirty South, Laidback Luke, Tony Braxton and many more.
Norman is also well accustomed to wowing audiences at the world’s biggest festivals such as ULTRA Music Festival (United States), Tomorrowland (Belgium), Midwest (United Kingdom), Sunburn (India) and Creamfields in the UK.
Norman is a man that truly never stops. His total dedication to electronic music and the wider scene that it is a part of has enabled him to develop into one of the most important artists within the whole movement. With determination, talent, creativity and most importantly, a love for music that can’t be rivalled, Norman is sure to continue his lasting affect on house music for years and years to come.
Nikhil Chinapa:
To say that Nikhil Chinapa has donned many an avatar during his career, is like saying it snows in Alaska; a bit of an understatement. He morphs from DJ to VJ to MC to Music Promoter to Festival Director —some of his best known avatars — with amazing fluidity.
He studied Architecture and graduated with a Thesis in Hospital Design. A year later and for reasons that scientists are still trying to understand, Nikhil joined MTV. He said, "I think it'll be fun." For once, he was right. At MTV, Nikhil has hosted almost every show the channel has aired. From MTV Select - MTV's longest running show, (it aired continuously for 10 years) to being the host of Splitsvilla, a judge on Roadies as well as Rock On and now host of MTV Mashups.
As a popular VJ, Nikhil got to spend a lot of time around his first love, music. In 2001, a conversation between friends resulted in the launch of Submerge — India's first, and now largest Indian Electronic Dance Music (EDM) company in India. By now, Nikhil had begun to DJ professionally and plays, well... whatever he feels like. His sets are moody, varied, often erratic but usually fun. Most of his sets feature frantic foot-stomping and the random flailing of arms - sometimes by him. They also feature music - the kind that has a repetitive monotonous beat and is best enjoyed at dangerous decibel levels. Nikhil was also the co-founder of Sunburn. He is now the Festival Curator and partner of Vh1 Supersonic, Goa's brand new beach music festival.
TIMINGS: 10.30 pm – 1.00 am
ENTRY: Rs. 500
DATE: 12th September, Saturday
EVENT: Karsh Kale Live & Midival Punditz
PERFORMING ARTISTS: Karsh Kale, Midival Punditz
GENRE: World, Fusion, Electronic
ABOUT Karsh Kale
Karsh Kale is widely regarded as a pioneer of global fusion and electronica as his music has inspired and defined the worldwide club phenomenon known as “Asian Massive” or “Asian Underground” in the early part of the decade.
Today Karsh's music has travelled far past the underground club scene and has been featured on stages from Lincoln Center to the Burning Man Festival, and from the Barbican Center to the Hollywood Bowl.
Karsh’s diverse musical talents – whether as a world-class tabla player/drummer, producer, composer, songwriter, remixer or DJ - have led him to working with some of the world’s leading artists such as Pandit Ravi Shankar, Sting, Zakir Hussain, Herbie Hancock, Lenny Kravitz, Anoushka Shankar, Yoko Ono, Bill Laswell, DJ Spooky, Shujaat Khan, Vijay Iyer, Chaka Khan, Paul Oakenfold and many others.
He has also established himself as a cutting edge film composer in India’s fast paced “Bollywood” film industry while continuing to score independent and crossover films in the West.
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 1.00 am
ENTRY: Rs. 1000 cover post 9 pm.
DATE: 13th September, Sunday
EVENT: Band On The Run Featuring The Local Train (Album Launch Tour)
PERFORMING ARTISTS: The Local Train
GENRE: Rock
ABOUT Band On The Run Featuring The Local Train (Album Launch Tour)
The Local Train is an independent Rock Band known for their hit singles and edgy music videos. With an explosive live act in their arsenal they have played at some of the most prestigious stages across the country. Having released singles the band got a tremendous response online with more than half a million hits on their youtube channel. They’re all set to release their debut album and is planning a cross country tour for the launch.
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 11.30 pm
ENTRY: Rs. 500 Full Cover / Ladies free entry post 9 pm onwards
DATE: 16th September, Wednesday
EVENT: One Night Stand - A Tribute to Dire Straits
PERFORMING ARTISTS: One Night Stand
GENRE: Rock
ABOUT One Night Stand - A Tribute to Dire Straits
Known for their lively and energetic performances, this is a band is now recognized as one of India's most touted young bands. They are a complete classic rock covers band primarily covering rock bands across the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s from easy going songs by Pink Floyd and Dire Straits to the harder songs by Van Halen, Deep Purple, Ozzy Osbourne and Iron Maiden and everything else in between!
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 1.00 am
ENTRY: Rs. 350 / Rs. 1000 Full Cover (post 9 pm)
DATE: 18th September, Friday
EVENT: Afro-Carribean Music with DJ Chantz & Leon Russell
PERFORMING ARTISTS: Leon Russell, DJ Chantz
GENRE: Electronic, Raggae
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 1.00 am
ENTRY: Rs. 500 / Rs. 1500 Full Cover / Free Entry for Ladies Post 9 pm
DATE: 19th September, Saturday
EVENT: Teri Miko, Opening Set: Ali Merchant
PERFORMING ARTISTS: Teri Miko
GENRE: Electronic
ABOUT Teri Miko
TERI MIKO is a leading international DJ, producer and remixer.
She is unquestionably EDM’s most prominent DJ and quickly becoming a well known electronic producer. Today her tour diary continues to be full with performances all around the globe, spinning at world’s most exclusive VIP Nightclubs, Festivals and playing for the finest dance music brands.
Teri Miko is known for her high energetic Dj sets. Her onstage performance with hard hitting electronic sounds, make her every performance a testament to her passion & talent, seducing dance floors worldwide. With an ever growing army of fans that continues to grow at an alarming rate there are no signs of her slowing down anytime soon.
She has graced the main stage of big Festivals, STORM FESTIVAL, GOA BEACH GRIND, SOUND THERAPY, ESCAPE LAND, FEST ILLE (France) joining a line-up of, among others, Dash Berlin, Bobina, Michael Woods, Hard Rock Sofa, Sebastien Benett, Tristan Garner to name a few, giving her insight into the rising star of dance music’s leading DJs.
2014 saw the release of her brand new single “Intangible”. The year was exciting journey for Teri Miko. Globe trotting from Asia, Europe, Africa, Indian Ocean, UAE, India her gigs were non stop at numerous prestigious clubs and Festivals.
2015 is already looking promising with new productions, collaborations and her tour diary filling up. Her Led session is getting new listeners and she is being selected for new radio shows and guest mixes in different countries, is only the sign that her sound is traveling all over. This year will also see the launch of her branded Merchandise Online Store for her fans.
LED Sessions is TERI MIKO’s weekly radio show which is broadcasted in more than 35 countries in North America, Europe, Asia and India.
Check her music out on:
https://www.mixcloud.com/DjTeri/
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 1.00 am
ENTRY: Rs. 500
DATE: 23rd September, Wednesday
EVENT: Sukanti & Anushree
PERFORMING ARTISTS: Sukanti & Anushree
GENRE: Drum n Bass, Folk
ABOUT Sukanti & Anushree
Sukanti & Anushree’ is an Electro-Acoustic Duo based in Kolkata Driven by originals the band also performs unique interpretations of popular & forgotten folk tunes adding a swirling depth, & energy making a diverse audience groove with the music.
We believe in psychadelia, grooving , singing and dancing with the crowd that gets crazier through the gigs. We are blending all of it and it's a lot of fun to see you guys diggin' it!
Awards:
Coke Studio MTV Season 4 launchers Nominated for Mirchi Music Awards 2014 for debut album-Ashmaan under 'Album of the year' category. Working on the second album called 'Stoned Caravan'
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 1.00 am
ENTRY: Rs. 500 Cover / Ladies entry free (post 9 pm)
DATE: 25th September, Friday
EVENT: Simply the Blues: Lil Red & The Roosters
PERFORMING ARTISTS: Lil Red & The Roosters
GENRE: Blues
ABOUT Simply the Blues: Lil Red & The Roosters
The contagiously charming international duo Lil’ Red & The Rooster is joined by equally charming harmonica player Thomas Troussier to create an electric band blues in a serious roots blues format.
Touching and refreshing with a bit of humour, their originals bring the 40’s and 50’s blues and rhythm and blues into the present day. American Jennifer Milligan sings as an authentic storyteller while holding the rhythm with a light snare shuffle or washboard scratch. Multi-award winning French blues guitarist Pascal Fouquet shines in this intimate setting where you can hear every nuance of his 40 years’ experience. 2012 King of the Chug winner French harmonist Thomas Troussier plays from his heart and soul. They’re warm and inviting and their music is inspired and innovative. Blues with a spirit full of hope and joy may inspire you to get up and boogie!
With a deep admiration for the blues, they play from the heart...for the soul!!
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 11.30 pm
ENTRY: Rs. 500
DATE: 30th September, Wednesday
EVENT: Live Music Live ft. Purbayan & Suphala
PERFORMING ARTISTS: Purbayan, Suphala
GENRE: Classical
TIMINGS: 9.30 pm – 1.00 am
ENTRY: Rs. 500 Full Cover / Ladies free entry post 9 pm onwards
