Strike a CHORD
Cosmopolitan India|November - December 2023
Indian musicians open up about the changing music scene, their journey, inspiration, and the glimmer moments they've experienced.
Shubhangi Jindal
Strike a CHORD

THE YELLOW DIARY

1. Tell us about your journey as musicians and what inspired you to come together as a band?

From the moment I (Stuart DaCosta) met Rajan Batra and felt the need for a bigger sound to Sahil Shah, Harsh Gadhvi and myself bringing our unique flavours to The Yellow Diary, our journey is what feels like a divine intervention. The deep connection we share as friends creates a collaborative atmosphere and a safe space for exploring every emotional avenue. 

2. That one moment that truly brings you joy. 

For a musician, each day brings new moments of joy, whether stumbling upon ideas for compositions, connecting with the audience on stage, or mastering challenging pieces of music.

3. What is your process of blending energies and collaborating to create something fresh in an already saturated music scene? 

Recognising complementary skills and styles, fostering mutual respect is essential. Artists should be receptive to feedback and facilitate the song until they find a cohesive blend that resonates. Technology facilitates remote collaborations, but the key lies in genuine passion and a willingness to experiment.

4. Share a moment when you thought that you’d finally made it? 

When someone blasts our tunes in their car, or when we hear our songs being sung back at us at a concert. Writing songs that resonate is the goal, and being able to do that every day feels like a good starting point. 

5. What are you most grateful for this year? 

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