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John Mpamei & The Band

John Mpamei & The Band Play First Anniversary Gig

Known for their incredible compositions and exuberant tunes are John Mpamei & The Band who are all set to play at Delhi’s hottest destination – Turquoise Cottage, Saket to celebrate the first year anniversary of their band. John Mpamei, who has studied music in Trinity School of Music, London, has an extensive experience in the field and “The Band” and him have performed live in countless venues including Hornbill festival, Nagaland, Hard Rock Cafe, Delhi, and ISA Karama Centre, Dubai. They have already played several shows in Delhi, including at JNU and Attitude Alive, where Euphoria opened for them. Having such a repertoire of positive music, the band is all set to rock out at Saket this Friday.

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The band’s frontman John Mpamei’s musical journey started when he was just 13 and soon established himself as a solo artist. The band’s music explores a variety of genres such as Classic, Retro and some Pop. The band features bassist- Rambiyang, Akshay Ravi as the guitarist, Rufus as the drummer along with Jonah Pamei on Rhythm guitar and vocals. Having already played at the same venue, the band should be comfortable enough to play a smashing set. Read up about the charms of the relatively new venue, Turquoise Cottage, here.

Three other acts will be opening for them:

Alobo Naga: Winner of 2012 Best Indian Act At MTV Europe Music Awards and frontman for Alobo Naga & the Band, his debut solo album Road of  a Thousand Dreams, in 2010 is a very popular record of late to emerge from Nagaland. With some influences from Naga folk, his set promises to be very exciting.

Heavens Down: Seasoned, not weathered, five of Delhi’s finest musicians are back to brew their magic. Artists who have been in the Delhi music circuit for over a decade, the members have gone through various avatars. Formed in 2010, Heavens Down toured in Australia after releasing their EP Rock Will Never Die.

Yesterdrive: From Arunachal Pradesh, this indie outfit reflects a post-punk vibe and sounds from the 1980’s. An indie alternative rock band featured in VH1, they are now based out of New Delhi and include a lot more electronica into their act via sampling, synths and effects.

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John Mpamei & The Band play along with the three opening acts on 21 March 2014 at Turquoise Cottage, Saket.

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