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Ranveer Singh - The Pop Culture Phenomenon
Acting might be his first love but this boisterous Bandra boy is on an unbridled creative mission that has only just begun
Guitarist-Producer - Warren Mendonsa
He’s installed a steep benchmark for indie music with his latest album and is now slaying gigs this season, one riff at a time
Lucy Rose: ‘I Just Needed To Write Songs Naturally'
The English singer-songwriter on her new album ‘Something’s Changing’ and playing in theater spaces as part of her second India tour.
Why OML Dropped Artists From Its Roster
Swarathma, Parvaaz, The F16s, The Ganesh Talkies and Sandunes are no longer managed by the company. Founder Vijay Nair says the company is “pulling back and rejigging” things.
Superwoman - The Making Of A Social Media Star
The Internet’s favorite sensation Lilly Singh gets real about the lack of women in comedy and why there are absolutely no shortcuts to viral fame.
Black Sabbath Metal Trailblazers Look Back
He’s not one of those you’d spot at every filmy party, or hobnobbing with the who’s who relentlessly. He’s aloof and away. But yet, so connected and communicative through his craft. Although he’s had a dry run at the ticket counters last year, he is earnestly prepping up for his upcoming releases. Rajkummar Rao, who’s showcased his acting mettle time and again, has rarely spoken of his roots. Not many know the real Raj, the person behind the camera. Pooja Sharma tries to find out more about the man behind the brooding, intense face.
Farhan Akhtar: On A Song
The actor-filmmaker-singer says the time is ripe for indie artists to take advantage of a welcoming film industry.
Kesha: The Fight Continues
The pop star lost the latest round in her sexual-assault lawsuit against producer Dr. Luke. But she may be winning the war.
Mili Reaches For The Stars
The Chennai-based singer enlists veteran musicians Vinnie Colaiuta, Michael Landau on debut album ‘Written In The Stars’; releases new music video
Protocol Return With Prog Expertise On 'an Honest Conversation'
The Mumbai band craft a vivid eight-minute song featuring a new lineup, their first since 2016
The Tomorrowland Experience
There is a reason why the Belgium music mecca tops global bucket lists and it has very little to do with BPM
Laura Jane Grace Against the World
Four years ago, the Against Me! singer announced she was a trans woman. Turns out, that was the easy part.
Monica Dogra 'I've Learnt to Play the Game'
She will dance with the devil and she doesn’t need your approval.
Gorillaz Rave To The Apocalypse
Damon Albarn’s cartoon crew returns with a dark, wildly eclectic album hatched amid Trump and Brexit
Eagles Vs. The Editors
In 1977, a feud erupted between the band and ‘Rolling Stone.’ It was settled with a grudge-match softball game played in front of a star-packed crowd.
Vijay Iyer: Critics Are Really Bad At Listening
The American jazz musician on the ugly politics of music and facing prejudice by concert reviewers who tend to be “99 percent white men”
No Monkey Business
Mumbai producer-composers Nirmit Shah and Sid Shirodkar’s new band Ape Machines proffers fizzling synths and masterful musicianship
The Tragedy of Avicii
The superstar shaped EDM – but could never outrun his own problems
Meet India's Newest Fingerstyle Guitarist, Manan Gupta
The Mumbai musician’s work is reminiscent of veterans Tommy Emmanuel and Jon Gomm
Chvrches: Starting The Conversation
The Glaswegian synth-pop band’s keyboardist Martin Doherty on working with producer Greg Kurstin in the States on their third album ‘Love Is Dead,’ politics and scaling up on all fronts
‘There's A Lot Of Stuff To Be Angry About': At The Gates
The Swedish melodic death metal veterans’ frontman Tomas Lindberg on how they channelled aggression on their new album
Not So Radio-Active
FM Radio has largely shunned non-Bollywood music, but there’s a way it can be more inclusive.
Making A Noise: Hemant Sreekumar
The Bengaluru-based noise producer on rejecting scale, pitch and harmony for esoteric sounds
The Fighting Side of Sturgill Simpson
After years of struggle, the country trailblazer has found success on his own terms. But he’s not letting Nashville off the hook.
Eric Martin's Big Plan
The frontman of American rock band Mr. Big on how they got back together, his upcoming India tour, and writing a “clusterfuck” solo album.
Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike: View From the Top
The Belgian producer duo’s Dimitri Vegas on topping EDM charts, their mantra to success and why being one of the world’s top DJs isn’t a big deal.
Rock & Roll : Dylan's Secret Archives
Archives Inside 50 years of hidden history.
Phatcowlee's Cinematic Sounds
Kathmandu producer Rajan Shrestha discusses Nepal’s nascent music scene, his debut EP ‘Cinema’ and the meaning behind his bizarre moniker
John Mayer
The guitarist talks about influencing a new generation of pop crooners and the dream album he wants to make with Jay-Z.
Psycroptic: The Endless Wanderers
The Australian metallers talk about their upcoming debut India tour and choosing a different process each time they record.