Zygnema | Photo Credit: Special Arrangements
Zygnema, chronic zhorn, raid
July 27, 7 p.m.
Gillies Redefined, Fandom at Koramangala
Tickets: Starting at ₹499 via Insider.in, plus a cover charge of ₹500 at the entrance
As part of their Trinergic tour across India, three metal bands are bringing diverse genres to the city this week, all releasing new material as well as performing. Kolkata metal band Chronic Zorn is back in anticipation of their upcoming album, with the recent release of the song ‘Howls of Mothers’. Hyderabad-based hardcore metal band RAID are in the lineup as part of their launch tour. dominion Their EP, which was released earlier this year and showcased a new direction for the metallic hardcore act.
RAID | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
The night was closed by Mumbai metallers Zygnema, who released their new EP Prestigious Recently. Guitarist Siddharth Kadadi says, “As a band, we have always enjoyed playing club shows and Bangalore has been one of our favourite cities to perform in. The last time we played a club gig in Bangalore was in 2017 at The Humming Tree. I am very excited to be back in Bangalore for the second time in a year to promote my new EP Prestigious,
Interestingly, both Chronic Zorn and Zygnema had performed in the city earlier this year in February as part of the metal festival Bangalore Open Air.
Solgroove
July 26, 8 p.m.
ZLB23, The Leela, HAL Old Airport Road
Tickets: RSVP at Skillboxes.com or WhatsApp for confirmation at +91 9632060433
Shillong-based artist Soulgroove stops in the city as part of his nationwide India On Fyah Tour, bringing his unique blend of reggae and soul. Formed in 2017, Soulgroove’s core trio includes founders (and siblings) Elza Rimbai, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, and her drummer brother John Patrick Rimbai, as well as singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Zediah ‘Z’ Hiniwata. Members joining Soulgroove on stage include keyboardist Kinsai Manners, DJ-producer and keyboardist Manavon Masar, and bassist Nash Lyngdoh.
Soulgroove | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
A press release for Soulgroove reads, “They have been actively performing in and around the region (North East India) for the past few years. After honing their live music skills they are now set to embark on their first tour across the country. During the live performances, they are joined by a number of young talented session musicians from Shillong.”
Jatayu
July 28, 7:30 p.m.
Gillies Redefined, Fandom at Koramangala
Tickets: ₹699 via Insider.in, plus a ₹500 cover charge at the entrance
The Chennai-based Jatayu quartet has been performing regularly in the city for a long time now. They previously performed at ZLB23 as part of Magnetic Music Season 2 and started the year with a set at the Oddball Festival to showcase just how unique their sound is. Eventually, this has led them to places like the acclaimed Fuji Rock Festival in Japan in 2023.
Jatayu Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
For their third show in the city this year, they are headed to Fandom. The event description states, “Jatayu is back in Bangalore with a spectacular performance! Known for their powerful live shows, Jatayu promises to present a special set comprising classic hits and brand new tunes. Bangalore has always been the hub of Jatayu’s journey, with some of their best and biggest audiences. The band is excited to reconnect with their fans in this vibrant city.”
Translate Mosambi, Rietz, Raka Ashok
July 28, 8 p.m.
Indiranagar Social
Tickets: Visit forms.gle/7NAmen8L3SG3iYiX6 to RSVP
Veteran DJ Rakaa Ashok has been spinning his tunes in Bengaluru and across India for a few years now. This week, he launched his party series TranslationLondon-based producer and DJ Mosambi along with Bengaluru-based Rittz have been roped in for a night that will feature the freshest records from the subcontinent and around the world that are future-oriented, cutting-edge, bold and meant only for the dance floor.
DJ Mosambi | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Ashok says on his social media, “The dance floor has always been a very special place – for self-expression without restrictions, and over the past decade it’s been so interesting to see how ravers like you (especially here in Bangalore) have responded and adapted to our constantly evolving sound landscape, making it one of the best places to party. As a DJ, it’s always exciting to see how fresh sounds take over the dancefloor. Hence the name.”
The artist says that from Mosambi one can expect experimental sound design mixed with bass-heavy dancefloor sensibilities, while from Rittz one can expect 1990s-inspired house, deep disco and electronica tracks. Ashok says about Rittz, “He likes to weave breaks and acid to create more compelling grooves and keep the energy flowing.”
