Author Archives: Natasha Rego

WTS caught up with Asima backstage after their set at The Mad Festival, Ooty. The male choir and percussion ensemble from Kerala tell us their views on the festival. We also get to know the genesis of Asima as a group, how they create the “borderless” music as Asima & their love of Indian classical music. Videography: Sumukh Bharadwaj Interviewed by: Natasha Rego

WTS caught up with the latest electronic sensation from Bangalore, India, Sulk Station at the Mad Festival, Ooty. They have some interesting stuff to tell us regarding their formation, response to their debut album (Till You Appear) and their collaboration with Archana Kumar. Videography: Sumukh Bharadwaj Interviewed by: and Natasha Rego

WTS had a chat with the good folks from Moon Arra at the sidelines of the Mad Festival, Ooty. We hear what they had to say about the festival and the basis for their unique World Music. It is quite interesting how they arrange and compose their disparate musical ideas. Videography: Sumukh Bharadwaj Interviewed by: Natasha Rego

What’s The Scene, India had an in-depth talk with Rudy Wallang and Tipriti Kharbangar of the Shillong blues group, Soulmate, at the sidelines of the Mad Festival, Ooty. The duo give us a crash course on what the blues means, how they imbibed the blues culture in them. We hear about how the band formed, their roots and cherished memories. Videography: Sumukh Bharadwaj Interviewed by:Natasha Rego

WTS sat down with the guys from Kutumba, a folk ensemble from Nepal, while taking a breather inside the majestic Fern Hills Palace, Ooty during The Mad Festival. We gained respect for them as they tell us the unique challenges they have faced as folk musicians, their noble projects, inspirations and dedication towards preserving their culture. Videography: Sumukh Bharadwaj Interviewed by: Natasha Rego