Have talent, will shine

A lot of good music was released in 2021 by young artistes who put out varied and experimental material across genres. Presenting our pick of four standout voices

Ranj

This Chennai/Bengaluru singer, Ranjani Ramdoss aka RANJ, is somewhat of a wandering collaborator who has put out some of the more unique sounds this year. With a strong background in music, she has been able to traverse through genres extending her expertise with panache. Her latest collaboration with the talented producer Clifr explores this ability to mould her style with ease. This bilingual sensation with eclectic interests in neo-soul, funk, jazz, Carnatic, RnB and progressive music shows great promise.
Latest Release 593, Vol. 1 EP
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Within Ceres

This Goa-based modern metal band is one to seek out. Any metalhead can see that their interest in the genre and their output has been pretty power-packed. A keen ear for epic riffs, solid drum runs and a structure for rhythm and hard-hitting sounds is a gift to the metalheads in India. The six-piece metal band has hit all the right notes with killer grooves and lots of shredding that makes for a heady Listening experience.
Latest Release Untether (single)
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Sunflower Tape Machine

A project by self-taught musician, Aryaman Singh, Sunflower Tape Machine stands out among the influx of artistes who shone in 2021. His interest to seek out multiple genres to create fresh sound makes for a really interesting Listening session. With only three singles out currently, he has made it a point to make his mark in diversifying alternate music and reinventing the Indian sound.
Latest Release Sophomore Sweetheart (single)
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Cosmic Grooves

Mumbai-based producer par excellence, Pranay Bakshi has been making moves with some soothing and fascinating music. His penchant to draw in the Listeners to his atmospheric vision and accentuate the artists he collaborates with makes for a harmonious experience. His latest folk-rock inspired EP sees some inspiring lyricism with sound that takes you on a journey to unvisited avenues.
Latest Release A New, Clear Winter
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Veterans rock

While young artistes reinvented the Indian music scene, these two veterans created a buzz too

Sidd Coutto

His name is synonymous with being the torchbearer of the Indian music scene. This Mumbai-based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist has collaborated with many stalwarts and released his own records over time. His Latest Release sees him explore multiple genres and quite easily enjoying himself in these songs. His tendency to enamour Listeners with simple yet stark lyricism backed with a strong sense of tune, makes his music evergreen.
Latest Release Sow (single)
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Vernon Noronha

With a voice as soothing as this, Vernon Noronha leaves no stone unturned in his journey through his life in music. The breezy and quaint ‘post-siesta’ music from this Mumbai-based singer-songwriter has piqued the interest of Listeners keen to explore diverse sounds. The melodic tunes and simplistic lyricism make for easy Listening, taking you on a journey along beachside escapes.
Latest Release Winds and the Murky Seas
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