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Shaan Kambli feels so emotional when they are back together on the dance-pop speaker-hugger, ‘ohno’

Posted on 22 April 2022
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As he looks deeper into his returning lover’s eyes to see if this is real or just an illusion, Shaan Kambli senses that they are falling in love all over again with the hot new single that will cause the windows to steam up with, ‘ohno‘.

Shaan Kambli is a Mumbai-born, London-based indie dance-pop solo artist and music producer who has been recognized by Grammy-winning artist AR Rahman as one of the top 24 indie artists in India.

”The same love can take many shapes over time. The verses are quiet and near-acoustic (only voice and guitar), for when the feeling was internalised. Losing myself in her expert critiques of various teas, or in the way she’d geek out about science. The choruses (with their higher vocals, drum grooves and vox-samples) reminds me of times when that feeling was expressed and celebrated.” ~ Shaan Kambli

Showing us that devotion can reboot again if you are both willing to get back to the basics, Shaan Kambli helps us find that hope again that has been hidden away for too long. He is a superb singer that takes your breath away, as this world-class performer stuns your senses with a remarkable display.

“I wanted the lead vocal to switch rapidly between legato and staccato phrasing. For the staccato sections, I chose lyrics which emphasise consonance, allowing the phrasing to break more sharply (i.e. too good to be true – the staccato section, as compared to sixteen, our love seemed – the legato section).” ~ Shaan Kambli

‘ohno‘ from the London, UK-based indie dance-pop solo artist and music producer Shaan Kambli, is a sizzler of a track that shall get your whole body back in sync to where you need to be. He sings about the tough emotions that come with the deal when you are trying to reignite something that had fazed out for a reason before. Sung with true polish and a vocal range that is simply excellent, this is a candle-lit winner for anyone who is thinking about trying to love the same person again – despite the possible rejection – that could break your romantic nature if you aren’t too careful.

Listen up to this romantic single on Soundcloud and follow his social announcements on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Calvin Dixon is supremely concerned with the ghost inside her veins with ‘3 Below z e r o’

Posted on 3 April 2022

With a dance-heavy beat that will have you in the mood to slow groove with a vigilant eye on that crush in your arms, Calvin Dixon wonders if this expedition will end in the frigid climates that it’s seemingly headed for with ‘3 Below z e r o‘.

Calvin Dixon is an India-born, Los Angeles, California-based indie-pop solo artist who appears to only make hit singles that are filled with dazzling intrigue.

”His career has been underpinned by a desire to take his sound into new and meaningful avenues, crossing boundaries along the way and bringing out a message in his music.” ~ Calvin Dixon

Dropping a wonderfully creative track that has you delving deeper into your mind as you wonder what their next move shall be, Calvin Dixon is at his peak with a release that will have you pondering the future enormously.

‘3 Below z e r o‘ from Los Angeles, California-based indie-pop solo singer-songwriter Calvin Dixon, is the kind of single that will have you looking intensely into the eyes of that special soul who you care for but wonder if they feel the same. With a sizzling beat that takes your mind into a reflectively nostalgic mood – this is a single that so many will feel is completely relatable – in this cold world that can cause so much frostbite.

Hear this terrific new single on Spotify and see his moves on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

The Underdog Rises: Kru Manasa sends us his loveletter to New York on ‘Want’

Posted on 18 January 2022

After courageously moving to NYC with just his two trusty guitars, a backpack, and a dream four months ago, Kru Manasa looked out of that dusty subway window on his way to the gym one day and just knew that this complex city had his heart on ‘Want‘.

Kru Manasa is a 23-year old Bangalore, India-born, New York, USA-based indie-pop singer-songwriter and aspiring actor at the Lee Strasberg Film & Theatre Institute.

”Being an Indian and making it into the mainstream pop world, now that’s a first. But somebody’s gotta do it. I’m here, I’m ready.” ~ Kru Manasa

You feel like you have been transported into a beautifully honest mindset of love when you listen to Kru Manasa. The genuine nature of this ambitious young man is so easy to admire, as he shares his true feelings on a song that you will find highly memorable as it brings a welcome glow to your famished soul.

‘Want‘ from the NYC-based indie-pop artist and acting student Kru Manasa is a catchy single that has you feeling so much happier than before as you get wrapped into this ear-soothing experience. He sings with a huge smile and this kind of energy transmits like a massive light leading you to a better place as you realize where you wish to be in this world.

After chasing his dreams to be in a city that can either make or break you – this is the ultimate artist underdog – that never gave up and is exactly who we should all be rooting for.

Listen to his new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Dancing To Your Journey: Jatayu x Harini Iyer helps us find that peaceful place on ‘Restless’ (feat. Praveen Sparsh)

Posted on 17 December 2021

With a loving beat that gets your whole soul ready for spiritual enlightenment away from the gloom of modern days, Jatayu x Harini Iyer urges us to be truly free on the stage of life that needs to be fulfilled beyond the normal on ‘Restless‘ (feat. Praveen Sparsh).

Jatayu is a Chennai, India-based indie nu-jazz-rock quartet. Featuring Harini Iyer on vocals and the hypnotic mridangam expertise of Praveen Sparsh, this is an exceptional effort that has clearly been made with lots of skill attached.

”Using sound and music to tell stories, the band weaves together traditional Carnatic music with Jazz, Funk, Rock, and a whole host of perpetually changing styles and influences to push the boundaries of fusion.” ~ Jatayu

‘Restless‘ (feat. Praveen Sparsh) from the stylish Chennai, India-based indie nu-jazz-rock quartet Jatayu x Harini Iyer, is a wonderful song that is filled with an original rhythm that has you clicking your fingers and tapping your toes, as we gaze at the stars above and let such a sensational singer bless us with her glorious vocals. This is a soul-healing experience that features so many exquisite solos. that helps us see the fire that burns inside us.

Breaking through your past slumber into a productive world is the best way to feel like you are heading into the happy path that shall set you free forever.

Lather yourself into this terrific new single on Spotify and see more via their IG page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

A New Era: SOARA are on top form with ‘Niram’ (feat. Hannes Grossmann)

Posted on 13 December 2021

With a spirited start that gets your heart racing like a Formula One car speeding into the first corner, SOARA brings us something that most of us have never heard before in our lives with ‘Niram‘ (feat. Hannes Grossmann).

SOARA is a full-tempo San Francisco Bay Area-based, Mumbai and Chennai, India-born indie Indian metal duo who make that speaker-shaking music that is completely original.

”Combining ethereal soundscapes with dense drumming and soulful Carnatic vocals, the music seeks to address deep systemic issues.” ~ SOARA

Cleansing away all our preconceptions of this legendary genre that needed a shake-up, SOARA brings us a rip-roaring single that will have you jumping up and down wherever you are. Featuring a robust soundscape that takes your intrigued soul for a leather-jacket zipped ride into a new world, this is a remarkable exertion that needs the volume on full for maximum enjoyment.

‘Niram‘ (feat. Hannes Grossmann) from the raging San Francisco Bay Area-based, Mumbai and Chennai, India-born indie Indian metal duo SOARA, is a bass-busting experience that you will find problematic to forget. There are lots of catchy drums, calming vocals, all mixed with a full-paced guitar riff that might rattle the naked insides of your compelled earlobes. This is a track that will have you completely engrossed, as you close your eyes and imagine watching them playing live and giving the crowd a scintillating concert to truly remember forever.

Hear this new single on Spotify and see more on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Why Do I Feel: Mumbai’s Second Sight wonder why they are so ‘Helpless’ (feat. RANJ)

Posted on 8 December 2021

With the world swirling around into a wild undercurrent-packed whirlpool that never seems to slow down even for one moment, Second Sight return with a profoundly relevant single all about trying to conquer those demons as the path to overcoming everything holding you back has you feeling so ‘Helpless‘.

Second Sight is a highly-enjoyable Mumbai, India-based indie alt-soul, RnB/folk/jazz fusion act that skillfully combines in a warm blend of crisply-projected music that is so welcome during these challenging times.

Showing us their unbelievably skilful amalgamation of various styles and genres that is a sumptuously delicious listen, Second Sight kindly lather our senses and bring us a marvellous single here that is an ear-soother if there ever was one.

‘Helpless‘ (feat. RANJ) from the wonderfully genuine Mumbai, India-based indie alt-soul, RnB/folk/jazz fusion group Second Sight, is such a sweetly presented track that you just want to play all night long. There is much to enjoy about an outfit that makes such soulful sounds that are real and authentically received – as they make our lives so much better – away from the carnage outside. Life can be up and down like a grumpy elevator sometimes but if you have the mindset to overcome anything then you shall succeed.

Hear this lovely new single on Spotify and see more news via their IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Find Myself: Qadian-raised rapper JJ VirK lets his actions do the talking on ‘Free’

Posted on 30 November 2021

Showing us his ever-evolving artistry with UK-based sound engineer, AdamLewis, JJ VirK is at his untouchable best with the latest track from his expanding collection which is all about being ‘Free‘.

JJ VirK is a tunnel-focused Qadian, India-born, Centreville, Virginia-based indie hip-hop artist who grew up listening to the greats like Eminem, Nas and 50 Cent.

”Having spent years learning, implementing, and finding his sound, now ready to take his music to the forefront of the industry. His first EP “Dreams To A Process” EP was an incapsulation of this journey so far.” ~ JJ VirK

JJ VirK displays a high echelon rap skill that shows us what he has been working tirelessly on all these years. He is totally honest and cautions us that it’s not at all about being cool and flashy like so many think they need to be. On a busty beat that seems to fit like a glove with an artist like this, you feel like you have just unearthed one of the most criminally underrated hip-hop artists in the world.

‘Free‘ from the Qadian, India-born, Centreville, Virginia-based indie hip-hop solo artist JJ VirK, is a  full-powered track that shows us his unbelievable technique that is highly underground and profoundly effective. He just wants to be authentic and stay away from the sheep who keep on getting sucked into the false narrative, that has so many lost in the wind like a lonely sock without a shoe to fit inside.

Hear this top new single on Spotify and see more via the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

You Can Win: New Delhi’s Sanchit Agarwal leads the way on ‘Victory’

Posted on 19 October 2021

After winning the internal battle against his previous personal demons which threatened to seriously destroy everything he loved, Sanchit Agarwal sends the world an instrumental anthem to convey his positive energy to defeat all that isn’t helping your life on ‘Victory‘.

Sanchit Agarwal is a confident New Delhi, India-based indie Rock artist, music producer, pianist, composer and songwriter.

”This song is about the realization, that the fight is over, the mirror is broken, you’re the victory.” ~ Sanchit Agarwal

This feels like a raising-the-hands-to-conquer-all-doubts message which fearlessly shows you the way forward, from a world that can consume you so easily if you don’t get out of the quick-sand of no return. The powerful rock ballad is a vocal-less experience to truly remember – as you blend into the healing waves and come out feeling refreshed – whilst asserting like you can achieve anything you set your mind to.

‘Victory‘ from the mightily skilled New Delhi, India-based indie Rock instrumental artist Sanchit Agarwal, is a thunderbolt of a track from a musician who uses the past to define his future in an inspiring way for us to learn from. This is a cinematic entry that deserves so much love, to move us away from the negative overthinking which can cloud your mind forever if you let it.

Hear this euphoric new release on YouTube and see his story on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

A Magical Place: Nav’s Hook admires the big city dreams on ‘Skyline’

Posted on 11 October 2021

After impressing on the wish-we-had-more-time gem called ‘Letters‘, Nav’s Hook is back with a deep track all about trying to avoid that ever-present loneliness on ‘Skyline‘.

Nav’s Hook is an ever-improving alt/pop/rock artist who is India-born and was raised in Cyprus. He mixes in elements of blues and other genres too, to bring forth a sterling blend of music creativity that sits so well with the soul.

”An alt pop-rock tune with some space-rock elements, Skyline is sort of an imagining of a cityscape horizon that at first glance is fantasy like but underneath, carries an intriguing layer of a ‘romance-in-transit’. That amazingly lit up high-rise world where we live out our independence as individuals, and in the moment, with big city dreams. Though it’s changed in appearance over time, what’s never changed is the inert desire to conquer loneliness and hence, the short-lived ‘urban fling’. Sometimes special, and even beautiful, but at times a mindwarp escapade where we don’t let emotions get in the way, that is, until… they get in the way… (oh humanity!).” ~ Nav’s Hook

Featuring a studious beat which has you gazing outside the window wherever you are in the world, to see what is exactly around you as you pinch yourself and revert back into reality. With so many distractions around that can take you away from your true purpose, this is the perfect reminder that we all needed to hear.

‘Skyline‘ from the India-born, Cyprus-raised Nav’s Hook, swirls into your mind with a big light being brightly directed towards the big city. You can make your dreams inside but also be broken from all the break-ups, friendships lost, and lonely nights when you wonder deeply at the path you are headed down. Made with customary class and love from a soulful artist, this is a highly reflective track which will have you thinking deeply about your next move.

See this new music video on YouTube and see more news on the IG music page.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen

Wishful Thinking: Manuka kindly brings us her beautiful self-reflection on ‘Tribal Man’

Posted on 2 October 2021

With a truly calming ambiance and a stunning voice that might give you absolute shivers of joy, Manuka allows the warm light to shine through again after the cold darkness to heal us all on ‘Tribal Man‘.

Manuka is an Indian classical music-trained Barking-born, Leeds, UK-raised indie folk singer-songwriter and mental health worker with Sikh heritage, who is currently living in India.

”This was a song written to heal and to ease my anxious heart. I go to this song always to help detox the darker thoughts that cloud my judgement.” ~ Manuka 

This is a sweetly-sung song from an angelic forest Queen named Manuka – as she lovingly calls for the world to calm down again – whilst reminding herself to stay grounded through all the over-stimulation that is growing around our scarred planet. You feel that she is rather self-aware and knows that there is so much more to life than being glued to a tiny screen – as she takes a deep breath that is pollution-free- feeling so grateful to have the support around her to truly blossom like a fresh flower and be free.

‘Tribal Man‘ from the wonderfully inspiring Leeds-raised, Goa, India-based indie folk artist and mental health worker Manuka, shows us a clear path to your hearts much-needed glow again. She sings with rare and pure intentions, that allows us to get lathered willingly into this wish-I-could-be-human again message, with that sweet nature smell each day. Just like things should be, away from those unnecessary temptations that lead us astray from the ultimate goal. True peace inside your hungry soul forever.

Hear this fine new single on her Spotify page and find out more about this captivating artist on IG.

Reviewed by Llewelyn Screen