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30/12/2025

Ayush Jaina, who performs under the moniker God of Demon, is a dedicated metal musician who has been immersed in the genre for the past 13 years. Primarily a guitarist, he also plays bass and says he has explored multiple metal sub-genres, reflecting a deep and wide-ranging engagement with heavy music.

Trained in Hindustani classical music, Jaina has also studied the theory of jazz, blues, rock, and hip-hop—an eclectic foundation that has shaped both his musical understanding and performance approach. Now just 20 years old, the visually impaired musician continues to pursue his passion for metal with unwavering focus and ambition.

In a recently shared video, Jaina is seen performing Bloodywood’s metal version of “Mundiyan To Bach Ke Rahi” at a school farewell, playing alongside his friends. The performance captures a moment of youthful camaraderie—an expression of metal music as both discipline and celebration
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Perry Bamonte, longtime guitarist and keyboard player for The Cure, has died aged 65 after a short illness over Christ...
27/12/2025


Perry Bamonte, longtime guitarist and keyboard player for The Cure, has died aged 65 after a short illness over Christmas, the band announced on its website.

Bamonte became a full member of The Cure in 1990, joining the band founded by singer Robert Smith and drummer Lol Tolhurst. He played guitar, six-string bass and keyboards, and featured on several studio and compilation releases, including Wish (1992), Wild Mood Swings (1996), Bloodflowers (2000), Acoustic Hits (2001) and The Cure (2004).

In a statement, the band described Bamonte as “quiet, intensive, intuitive, constant and hugely creative,” calling him a vital part of The Cure’s story

The Indian Performing Right Society (IPRS) has intensified enforcement ahead of the New Year, securing court-ordered i...
26/12/2025


The Indian Performing Right Society (IPRS) has intensified enforcement ahead of the New Year, securing court-ordered injunctions against unlicensed music events at popular venues in Bengaluru, Delhi, and Kolkata. The move serves as a clear reminder that festive celebrations must also respect the rights of music creators.

In a recent wave of legal action, IPRS has initiated enforceable lawsuits to ensure compliance with music licensing provisions. Courts have granted injunctions during the holiday period, restraining venues from the unauthorized public performance of IPRS-controlled repertoire.

As the New Year approaches, IPRS has reiterated a core principle: enjoying music responsibly means honoring the creators behind it. Any establishment planning to play copyrighted music — whether through DJs, curated playlists, or live performances — is required to obtain the appropriate licenses to avoid legal consequences and to support India’s creative community.

Details on licensing requirements and applications are available on the official IPRS website

Swedish hardcore punk band Refused, originating from Umeå and formed in 1991, built a legacy that extended far beyond ...
26/12/2025


Swedish hardcore punk band Refused, originating from Umeå and formed in 1991, built a legacy that extended far beyond the limits of the genre. Their final lineup featured vocalist Dennis Lyxzén, guitarist Kristofer Steen, drummer David Sandström, and bassist Magnus Flagge.

We witnessed the band during their 2012 reunion tour at Øyafestivalen, Oslo—the photograph in the second slide is from that performance. Fiercely non-conformist and politically far-left in both outlook and songwriting, the band reshaped the sound and intent of hardcore punk, leaving an enduring influence on generations that followed.

On December 21, Refused closed the circle, performing their final show in their hometown of Umeå, Sweden

As part of the anniversary box set celebrating their iconic 1975 album, Pink Floyd have unveiled a new music video for ...
24/12/2025


As part of the anniversary box set celebrating their iconic 1975 album, Pink Floyd have unveiled a new music video for “Wish You Were Here.” The visuals blend archival footage—capturing the young band members darting through subway stations—with delicate, floating animations. The result is a quietly evocative collage that bridges past and present, memory and imagination.

More than a nostalgic exercise, the video reaffirms how deeply the song is woven into the collective consciousness of generations of listeners. Each frame seems to unlock a different personal association, yet the emotional pull remains universal—an ode to absence, connection, and the enduring power of music to transport us back to moments we thought we had left behind.

Watch the full video on Pink Floyd’s official YouTube channel, released five days ago

Throwback to 2013 when tore it up at RSJ Live Nites, Blue Frog and, as always, brought the house down.This poster was d...
23/12/2025

Throwback to 2013 when tore it up at RSJ Live Nites, Blue Frog and, as always, brought the house down.
This poster was designed by , and the blurry crowd shot into the pit was captured by Kuntal Mukherjee.

The return of this iconic metal band at the upcoming at is something the entire Indian metal community is eagerly looking forward to. 🤘🏽

22/12/2025

invites onto the stage on the last leg of the tour in Bangalore resulting in a spectacular moment of different generations coming together ignited and driven by the same force —music
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Parvaaz - 'Na Gul Na Gulistan': Good Things Come To Those Who WaitIt’s been six years since Bengaluru’s finest release...
20/12/2025

Parvaaz - 'Na Gul Na Gulistan': Good Things Come To Those Who Wait

It’s been six years since Bengaluru’s finest released ‘Kun’, their last album, but for once, there is zero need to make a big deal about it. Parvaaz fans are used to waiting, and Parvaaz themselves will not release something that isn’t as complete as it can be (which is what makes them one of the most polished bands in Indian indie.) Anyway, ‘Na Gul Na Gulistan’ is out now, and it’s worth the wait. Shocker.

represents an interesting archetype of band, and ‘Na Gul Na Gulistan’ is an interesting kind of album. It experiments some while retaining a rock-solid foundation; you are never going to think this album was made by anyone else. The musicianship is top-tier. So... what’s wrong with it? We don’t really know, to be honest. It’s just one of those things that’s good on all fronts.

Read the full review on rsjonline.com

20/12/2025


December 19 marked a long-awaited moment for Indian rock fans as Tom Morello — member of Rage Against the Machine, Audioslave, Prophets of Rage, and longtime touring musician with Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band, performed in Mumbai for the first time as part of his maiden three-city India tour. Fresh from the Delhi leg, Morello told the crowd, “I have waited for more than 30 years to be here,” setting the tone for the night.

Opening with solo favourites Soldier in the Army of Love, One Last Dance, Let’s Get the Party Started, and Hold the Line, Morello soon launched into Rage Against the Machine material, delivering the raw power and political urgency that define his legacy.

The set turned emotional as Morello reflected on the influence of Black Sabbath and the late Ozzy Osbourne, performing Mr. Crowley alongside his 14-year-old son, Roman. He later paid tribute to Audioslave bandmate Chris Cornell with Like a Stone, leaving the microphone empty under a spotlight before segueing into an instrumental Audioslave medley.

Signing off with a promise that it wouldn’t take another 30 years to return, Morello now heads to Bengaluru for the tour’s final show on December 21.

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Raman Negi, founding member and former frontman of indie band The Local Train, has moved the Delhi High Court alleging...
18/12/2025


Raman Negi, founding member and former frontman of indie band The Local Train, has moved the Delhi High Court alleging unauthorised exploitation of his copyrighted works, denial of royalties and unlawful appropriation of trademarks associated with the band.

In a commercial suit under the Copyright Act, 1957, Negi claims authorship and ownership rights as a lyricist, composer and performer, along with protection of associated goodwill. The matter was briefly heard by Justice Tejas Karia and is scheduled for further hearing in March 2026.

According to the suit, Negi was the band’s principal creative force, claiming sole authorship of lyrics across 15 songs from Aalas Ka Pedh (2015) and Vaaqif (2018), and sole composition of key tracks including Choo Lo, Aaoge Tum Kabhi and Kaisey Jiyun. He also asserts joint ownership in other compositions and recordings.

Negi alleges that despite communicating his exit in December 2021, no lawful settlement of accounts or retirement deed was executed, while his works continued to be commercially exploited without royalty disclosures. He further claims that trademark applications were filed in 2022 without his consent, allegedly seeking to appropriate the band’s goodwill.

After failed negotiations and mediation, Negi instituted the present suit seeking declarations of ownership, injunctions, royalty payments and relief against allegedly illegal trademark registrations.

The case is being closely watched in the Indian indie music ecosystem, as it raises significant questions around copyright ownership, royalty transparency and trademark control within independent bands—issues that have long lacked judicial scrutiny in the sector
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