Stage-hopping can be quite a task when there are too many acts to catch and too little time. But the good old Sherp is here to guide you through the music madness based on your mood. Whether you want to be in a happy, mellow or loud Weekender state of mind,Β ahead of the Kolkata edition on November 1 -2,Β The Sherp offers you a customised itinerary Β so that the festival remains a non-stop party for you
DAY ONE
The first day of the first edition of 2014 Weekender edition features quite a few music gems. The headliners for the day will be the Australian electronic music duo Peking Duk.
FOR THE HAPPY FEET
4.15 – 4.45 : Madboy/Mink
With their genre-bending mix of jazz, funk and pop, the band will set the tone for the rest of your evening.
Β 4.50 – 5.30: Gingerfeet
The experimental rock band from Kolkata will feed you with just the right doses of loud grunge to sustain your adrenaline rush through the day.
5.30 – 6.15: The F16s
This young band has hit all the right in the past one year, and with their trippy music, amassed quite a fan following. Head for their set and rest assured you won’t regret.
6.30 – 7.30: SICKFLIP
The “bass-heavy solo project” boasts of a diverse mood palette, and makes for a perfect mid-evening act to catch.
7.45 – 8.15: B.R.E.E.D
After an enchanting hour-long set by SICKFLIP, a short gig by the electronic music duo B.R.E.E.D seems just right.
8.15-845: Monica Dogra
The multi-talented artiste, who has enthralled attendees at every edition at Weekender so far will be springing surprises at her solo set.
8.45 onward: Amit Trivedi
If the buzz around his upcoming performance is anything to go by, the composer-singer will be playing the most anticipated set on day one of the Kolkata edition. Expect the unexpected from this headliner who will be collaborating with a bevy of singers and musicians. They’ll be plenty of happy, soulful and jaw-dropping in his set. What’s not to like?
FOR THE NOISE-MAKERS
4.15 – 4.45 : Madboy/Mink
With their genre-bending mix of jazz, funk and pop, the band will set the tone for the rest of your evening.
Β 4.50 – 5.30: Gingerfeet
The experimental rock band from Kolkata will feed you with just the right doses of loud grunge to sustain your adrenaline rush through the day.
5.40 – 6.15: Norcotiq
The electronic act likes to sail through genres like a smooth operator. Just the right performance for ‘getting in the ‘mood’ time.
6.20 – 6.45: Money For Rope
This rock ‘n’ roll band from Australia will tick all the right boxes for a serious (and not so serious) fans of the genre. There’s nostalgia mixed with sick grooves and sing-alongs. Perfect.
6.45 – 7.30: SICKFLIP
The “bass-heavy solo project” boasts of a diverse mood palette, and makes for a perfect mid-evening act to catch.
7.35- 8.15: Them Clones
The Delhi-based band is known for its infectious energy and frontman Prithwish Dev’s matchless stage presence. Don’t miss this set.
8.20 – 8.45: B.R.E.E.D
Take a little mood break and head for a quick set by the electronic music duo B.R.E.E.D.
8.45 onward: Bhayanak Maut/Peking Duk
The band takes the cake when it comes to ensuring the crowds have a roaring time. For the noise-makers, no other band could be more fitting that BM for the finale. However, giving the band some tough competition will be Aussie electronica stars Peking Duk. Since the two acts will be playing the same sets, we suggest you start your final hop with BM and finish it with Peking Duk.
FOR THE MELLOW SOULS
4.40 – 5.20: Blackstratblues
Warren Mendonsa’s awe-inspiring wizardry on the guitar will set the right mood for your first day.
5.20 – 6.10: Ankur & The Ghalat Family
Trust Ankur to infuse an equal measure of happiness, sunshine and breeze into the air during his set. Your happiness quotient will Β be the highest here, we assure.
6.15 – 6.45: Soulmate
Heart-wrenching tunes, plaintive vocals and emotive guitars? Yes, please!
7.20 – 8.15: Fossils
The Bangla band will present some of their favourite tunes at their set.
8.20 – 8.45 Monica Dogra
The multi-talented artiste, who has enthralled attendees at every edition at Weekender so far will be springing surprises at her solo set.
8.45 onward: Amit Trivedi
If the buzz around his upcoming performance is anything to go by, the composer-singer will be playing the most anticipated set on day one of the Kolkata edition. Expect the unexpected from this headliner who will be collaborating with a bevy of singers and musicians. They’ll be plenty of happy, soulful and jaw-dropping in his set. What’s not to like?
DAYΒ TWO
FOR THE HAPPY FEET
3.20 – 4.10: As Animals
Start you second day with the mesmerising happy-contemplative tunes sung by this French duo
4.20 – 5.00: The Inspector Cluzo
This outfit’s foot-tapping act will pump in all the energy you need for the rest of the evening.
5.00 – 5.40: Sky Rabbit
This talented young band has a track record of clicking with the crowd in the most awesome manner every time it plays a show. Expect no less this time again.
5.45 – 6.15: Appleonia
Switch gears and her a mid-evening mood-lift with Appleonia’s mellifluous tunes.
6.20 – 7.15: Pentagram (Unplugged)
One of India’s most loved band will play an acoustic set. What joy!
7.20 onward: Shaa’ir + Func
Trust these guys to take the energy to the highest level possible.
FOR THE NOISE-MAKERS
3.40 – 4.20: Houdini Dax
The pop-rock band will entertain you with their catchy tunes, hummable riffs and upbeat groove, all packed in a beautiful rock-y wrapper. A perfect kick-start.
4.20 – 5.00: The Inspector Cluzo
This outfit’s foot-tapping act will pump in all the energy you need for the rest of the evening.
5.00 – 5.45: Su Real and Algorythm
Riding on the success of their numerous gigs, both Su Real and Algorythm have consolidated their reputation in the Indian electronica scene. The two B2B sets by these two outfits will be your mid-evening snack before you progress to the madness.
5.45 – 6.15: Skrat
The Chennai rockers have already proved their mettle as the no-nonsense band that believes in playing hard and tight. Their set is one of the most anticipated ones that evening.
6.20 – 7.15: Pentagram (Unplugged)
One of India’s most loved band will play an acoustic set. What joy!
7.20 – 7.40: Indus Creed
The veteran rockers will give Β both old-timers as well as young rock fans no reason to complain with their tight act.
8.20 onward: Mutemath
This will be your time to just surrender to the infectiously nirvanic vibe.
FOR THE MELLOW SOULS
Β 3.20 – 4.00: As Animals
Start you second day with the mesmerising happy-contemplative tunes sung by this French duo.
4.00 – 4.40: Maati Baani
The folk-rock duo, which collaborated with multiple folk musicians on stage, was a hit at the 2013 editions. Expect them to be equally enchanting this year as well.
4.45 – 5.20: Emerald Armada
Their happy, harmony-filled folksy tunes will make you want to dance like a kid, partner or no partner.
5.25 – 6.15: Appleonia
Switch gears and her a mid-evening mood-lift with Appleonia’s mellifluous tunes.
6.20 – 7.15: Pentagram (Unplugged)
One of India’s most loved band will play an acoustic set. What joy!
7.15 onward: Indian Ocean Tandanu
One of the most respected acts on the Indian indie music circuit, Indian Ocean will perform live the tracks from their recently released album, Tandanu, which features multiple artistes. Happy ending!
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