dǝbzee
RollingStone India|April 2024
The 'Malabari Banger' hitmaker shares exclusive insights on his upcoming projects, life, and his vision for the future of music in India
 Peony Hirwani
dǝbzee

FROM THE DAY he put out his first ever track to his current discography, Kerala's Dabzee lives life with a sense of awe and gratitude.

As the first artist from the South to be signed by Mass Appeal India, his journey is marked by milestones that have turned his dreams into reality. Collaborations with renowned names like KSHMR and Vedan have further solidified his place in the industry.

Against the backdrop of Kerala's thriving music scene, Dabzee shares insights into the transformative power of music and the challenges faced along the way. With a blend of personal anecdotes and profound observations, the "Malabari Banger" rapper offers Rolling Stone India an glimpse into his world and the future he envisions for the Indian music landscape.

Rolling Stone India: Since the inception of your first song until now, how has the journey unfolded?

Dabzee: Well, it's been nothing short of a dream come true, I must say. Even back in the day, as I listened to music, vivid imagery always accompanied the sounds. To this day, that ability to visualize aids me greatly in my writing process and creative endeavors.

I'm truly grateful for where I stand now, having been signed by Mass Appeal India, marking a significant milestone, particularly as the first artist from the South to do so. Collaborating with KSHMR, a longstanding aspiration of mine, has also become a reality, alongside other esteemed partners like Vedan. It's truly indescribable-the feeling of dreaming something and then seeing it come to fruition.

Not sure if you've heard but Malayalam Music is the World's Fastest Growing Category from India on Spotify, how do you feel about that?

This story is from the April 2024 edition of RollingStone India.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.

This story is from the April 2024 edition of RollingStone India.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.

MORE STORIES FROM ROLLINGSTONE INDIAView All
Diljit Dosanjh on 'Amar Singh Chamkila' and International Collabs
RollingStone India

Diljit Dosanjh on 'Amar Singh Chamkila' and International Collabs

All eyes are on Netflix’s latest biopic on the life of a legendary Punjabi voice, which is essayed by the singer-actor

time-read
4 mins  |
May 2024
FAISAL KAPADIA ON TURNING TO SYNTH-POP AND HIS FAVORITE INDIAN INDIE ACTS
RollingStone India

FAISAL KAPADIA ON TURNING TO SYNTH-POP AND HIS FAVORITE INDIAN INDIE ACTS

ONE HALF OF LEGENDARY PAKISTANI POP-ROCK DUO STRINGS, KAPADIA TALKS ABOUT EVERYTHING FROM ‘COKE STUDIO’ TO HIS SOLO ALBUM ‘ZINDAGI JAHAAN LE JAAYE’ AND A POTENTIAL COLLABORATION WITH ANKUR TEWARI, KARSH KALE AND ARNOB

time-read
8 mins  |
May 2024
The Amy Winehouse Business Is Booming
RollingStone India

The Amy Winehouse Business Is Booming

Thirteen years after the retro-soul singer’s death, tribute bands, album reissues, and a new biopic are keeping her rebel spirit alive

time-read
7 mins  |
May 2024
'No Filter Neha': B-Town Celebs at Their Unfiltered Best
RollingStone India

'No Filter Neha': B-Town Celebs at Their Unfiltered Best

No Filter Neha' is spilling the beans while also providing insightful analyses of celebrity narratives that are worth learning about, capturing the essence of human experiences and emotions

time-read
3 mins  |
May 2024
Tiger Baby Records Unveils 'Dance With Me,' a Funky Collaboration with SoBo House of Music
RollingStone India

Tiger Baby Records Unveils 'Dance With Me,' a Funky Collaboration with SoBo House of Music

The EP includes vocals by students from SoBo House of Music

time-read
2 mins  |
May 2024
Kathleen Hanna
RollingStone India

Kathleen Hanna

The punk icon on her memoir, Lyme disease, and Kurt Cobain

time-read
3 mins  |
May 2024
BECOMING A.C.E
RollingStone India

BECOMING A.C.E

TAKING IT FROM BUSKING TO COVERING POPULAR DANCE CHOREOGRAPHIES TO THEIR BEGINNINGS TO BECOMING K-POP ARTISTS, AND THEN COMING BACK AFTER A HIATUS, A.C.E’S STORY IS AN INUNDATION OF FOND MEMORIES

time-read
6 mins  |
May 2024
Omar Apollo
RollingStone India

Omar Apollo

The Mexican American star on befriending SZA, jamming out to Beyoncé, and making music for arenas

time-read
4 mins  |
May 2024
'Khosla Ka Ghosla' Composer Dhruv Dhalla Has New Music and a New Perspective
RollingStone India

'Khosla Ka Ghosla' Composer Dhruv Dhalla Has New Music and a New Perspective

The keyboardist and composer’s next song will appear in Bollywood film ‘Mr. & Mrs. Mahi,’ with singer Kavita Seth and lyricist Devendra Kafir

time-read
2 mins  |
May 2024
The Highs and Lows of Girl in Red
RollingStone India

The Highs and Lows of Girl in Red

The super-relatable pop singer from Norway is ready for her close-up after touring with Taylor

time-read
5 mins  |
May 2024