Stories, careers and news from India’s independent creative economy.
Delhi's BFR Sound System turns a wall of speakers, vinyl and an open dance floor into a different kind of live-music space. Its ten-year story offers a useful lesson for artists and event teams.
NOV 11, 2026 · 13 MIN READ
Assam’s fast-growing live-events market is a signal for artists and music teams: India’s next touring opportunities may not follow the old metro-only map.
A seasonal explainer for Indian artists, managers and event teams: clarify music permissions, backing tracks, filming, credits and payment before a year-end show.
A practical guide for Indian college bands: read the rulebook, build a short competition set, prepare a fast changeover and turn one contest into useful live-work proof.
A practical first-showcase guide for Indian college music societies: build a team, get campus approval, plan music permissions, brief performers and document the work.
A practical guide to pitching a band, singer-songwriter or DJ to Indian music venues: find the right booker, make the case for the room and turn a reply into a workable show.
A practical way for Indian musicians, bands and DJs to build a live setlist that fits the room, protects the performance and gives the audience a reason to stay.
Curated dispatches on festival commissions, day rates, and verified credits across India.