21 June,2023 08:26 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar
The Beatles. Pic Courtesy/Wikimedia commons
You cannot go wrong with a vinyl listening session of The Beatles records to celebrate music. From A Hard Day's Night to Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club, get a taste of rare vinyls curated to capture the rock, pop and psychedelia of the Fab Four.
On: June 24; 5 pm onwards
At: Abode Bombay, Lansdowne House, near Regal Cinema, Colaba
Log on to: @abode.bombay or @therevolverclub
Entry: RSVP only
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While the city does boast of a diverse indie scene, the classicists also have much to savour from. As part of the NCPA-Citi's Urja presentation of young talents, violinist Nandini Shankar and Mitra Bhattacharya will put together a display of their classical heritage on the NCPA stage.
On: June 23; 6.30 pm
At: Little Theatre, Nariman Point.
Log on to: ncpamumbai.com
Entry: First come first serve
If it is an evening of good vibes you seek, then let the rhythmic harmony of Melissa Dessa Collective sing away the mid-week blues.
On: June 21; 8 pm onwards
At: The Finch, Shah Industrial Estate, Andheri East
Call: 9871730731 for reservations
Alif in performance
The multi-faceted artiste Mohammed Muneem aka Alif hosts an evening of lilting poetry enmeshed in Kashmiri rhythms. From the high point of Lalnawath to his latest single, Fitna fitoor, catch his remarkable stories of hope, satire and society told in poetry.
On: June 23; 8 pm
At: G5A Warehouse, G-5/A, Shakti Mills Lane, Mahalaxmi West
Log on to: insider.in
Cost: Rs 750
Bandra will play host to the vibes of Rono aka Ronit Sarkar, Anoushka Sivasankar and Saachi Rajadhyaksha as they take stage. Familiar names on Mumbai's indie scene, the three artistes are also part of Amplify India's growing list of indie voices to watch out for. Hosted in association with Alliance de Française's Fete de la musique sessions, the evening promises an exploration of new indie voices. Stephane Doutrelant, director, Alliance Francaise de Bombay, shares, "The idea is to discover and promote young musicians with individual voices through these concerts." If you love deep, complex vocal tones with a radical indie spirit, this just might be the gig to kick off World Music day.
On: June 21; 8.30 pm
At: Bonobo, 2nd Floor, Kenilworth Plaza, Bandra West
Log on to: @bonobo.bar.love.food for RSVP
Savouring the music is one thing, but if you wish to join in and unleash the star within, head over to Andheri. Kasa Kai Mumbai is hosting an evening of live music, rap, karaoke and instrumental music with Lavanya D hosting the jamming session.
On: June 21; 6.30 pm
At: Recreate Spaces Studio, Mhada Junction, New Link Road, Andheri West
Log on to: kasakaimumbai.com
Cost: Rs 249
If the mountains feel too high, head to the sands. The Talab Khan Project - featuring folk dancer and singer Savita Sapera, will bring alive the magic of Kalbelia music and dance form in an intimate setting.
On: June 23; 8 pm
At: Harkat Studios, Aram Nagar Part 2, Versova, Andheri West
Log on to: insider.in
Cost: Rs 250
