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“My Favorite Thing About It Is The Spirit Of Detroit That’s Woven Into The Festival.”: ANNA Speaks To The Sherp

June 10, 2017

We’re witnessing the creation of a legend. ANNA’s unstoppable ascent in the realms of techno and tech house is a result of the countless hours she’s spent in the studio and behind the decks. She started DJi...

“I’m Not Techno But I Don’t Give A Sh*t Either Way”: John Acquaviva Talks To The Sherp

Dominic Dang

April 17, 2017

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John Acquaviva is a world renowned touring DJ, former owner and founder of Beatport, CEO of Plus 8 Equity Partners, and forever influencer of today’s transition from analog to digital equipment with Final Scrat...

“Mark Knopfler Did Not Want “Walk of Life” On The Album”: The Dire Straits Experience Spills Secrets To The Sherp

Ayesha Tamboowalla

March 17, 2017

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Making their debut in India for the first time, original members of the iconic Dire Straits are in town for a few performances with The Dire Straits Experience. Band members Chris White and Terence Reis sat ...

“Our Aim Is To Help The Industry Grow”: Saugato Bhowmik Talks To The Sherp Before Vh1 Supersonic 2017

Ayesha Tamboowalla

February 7, 2017

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It isn't easy being the Business Head, LIVE Viacom18 and Consumer Products at Viacom18, but Saugato Bhowmik does it with a sense of easy can can only be achieve after years of hard work and experience. We got a...

“As Long As We Live, We Will Continue To Sing And Give Back To Sufi Music”: Nooran Sisters At Hungama Crossblade Festival 2017

Harnoor Kaur

February 1, 2017

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At the world's biggest Punjabi music festival, The Sherp got chatty with the Nooran Sisters. Trained for 13 years by their father, Ustad Gulshan Mir, music has always been an integral part of Jyoti and Sult...

“I Love Punjabi Music So I’m Sure It’s Going To Be Fun”: Nucleya Speaks To The Sherp At Hungama Crossblade Festival

Risa Desa

January 31, 2017

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Nucleya gives Punjabi music fans a treat! Punjabi talent took over in full swing at the Hungama Crossblade Festival 2017 last weekend. Indian bass sensation, Nucleya, was there to rock the stage and thrill P...

“The Talent Is Incredible And Never Ending In India” Afro Celt Sound System speaks to the Sherp

Risa Desa

January 20, 2017

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Nearly 22 years and Afro Celt Sound System is still making the world dance with their music. Who doesn't love a good fusion of different styles of music from around the world? Combining electronic dance mus...

“A Festival Can Open Your Eyes, Ears And Mind To Something Completely Different And Brilliant” Indian Ocean Speaks To The Sherp

Risa Desa

January 19, 2017

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Hailing from New Delhi, Indian Ocean have been entertaining fans since 1990's with their classic sounds and classier personalities. Credited as being the pioneers of fusion rock music in India, in addition t...

“I Realised Music Was My Calling And I Never Looked Back”: Sanjay Divecha Speaks To The Sherp

Ayesha Tamboowalla

January 13, 2017

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Sanjay Divecha has been around in the music business for a long time to know what sounds and feels good. The Blues guitarist has played with guitar masters worldwide and now he will be performing with his b...

“I Become Who I’m Supposed To Be Onstage”: Candice Redding Speaks To The Sherp At Absolut Enchanted Valley Carnival

The Sherp

January 11, 2017

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Candice Redding has been a favourite in India and we just can't have enough of her infectious energy. She set the Absolut Enchanted Valley Carnival stage on fire with her intense energy and a large number of...

“I Hope, When I Return, There Are More Girls Making Music”: Raja Kumari Gets Candid With The Sherp

The Sherp

January 11, 2017

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Fierce, feisty and full of life. Culturally-strong Raja Kumari is leading the hip-hop movement for women and inspiring them to follow. She was in the city to promote her 'The Come Up' India Tour and we had ...

“If I Had The Chance, I Would Pick Michael Jackson To Perform With Me Here”: Hot Since 82 At Absolut Enchanted Valley Carnival

The Sherp

January 6, 2017

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Just like his name suggests, this British artist has been bringing the heat with his epic signature beats for years! The Sherp was happy to sit down with the artist a.k.a Daley Padley before he went on stage...