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The Sairaj Kamath Show

Sairaj Kamath
Street Stories
Gutslit
Begho
Skreen 6
Jatayu
Fuzzculture
Alva Kuuto
Skrat
Hope For the Flowers
Zygnema
Mumbai
ZNA
Zokova
Northeast India Music Scene
Primitiv
Albatross
Carnatic Music
Fusion Music
Japan
Daira

If you're starving for REAL conversations with AMAZING artists from the independent music scene, this is for you. My name is Sairaj Kamath, and I've been a street soldier in the Indian independent music scene for a LONG TIME. After years of going to shows and working with the cream of the crop in music journalism, it's time for me to unearth the incredible stories of your favourite musicians (and ... more

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I spoke to Jatayu - a talented Indian fusion band from Chennai that mixes jazz with rock and Carnatic music! Bandleader Sahib Singh, multi-instrumentalist Shylu Ravindran and bassist Kashyap Jaishankar talk about Jatayu's latest EP 'Jewel Tones', the... more

I caught up with Gutslit - one of the biggest metal bands in India! Blazing their trail with a mix of brutal death metal, relentless hustle and creative merch, Gutslit is a force to be reckoned with in the Indian music scene. With a new single titled... more

Arshaq Malik is a talented and versatile rapper from Bangalore (and now based in the UK). His boundary-pushing sound makes a bold statement amongst the already packed South Indian hip-hop scene. With his debut album 'The Phone Isn't Ringing' now out ... more

Zokova is a post-rock band from Delhi who have recently performed at Lollapalooza India 2026! Going strong since 2007, Zokova are know for their dense, atmospheric and cinematic sound that envelops audiences into their world. I caught up with bandmem... more

I spoke to Lotus - an avant-garde progressive metal band from Pune! Siddharth and Robert of Lotus talk about the origins of the indian metal band, their music & artistry, how Aman Virdi of Bhayanak Maut joined the band, the state of live music in Pun... more

I spoke to Ananda Sen - a veteran rock musician from Kolkata who has been making music since the early 2000s! Most known for his tenure with the rock bands The Supersonics and The Ritornellos, Ananda has returned from an 8-year break from music with ... more

I caught up with Resurrection Metal Events - who have organised heavy music gigs in Dubai and the Middle East since 2010! Vinod (founder/CEO) and Matthew (COO) talk about the origins of Resurrection, what goes into organising a metal show, heavy musi... more

I caught up with Begho - a heavy metal supergroup featuring musicians from legendary Mumbai metal bands like Primitiv, Albatross and Carnage Inc! Guitarist Kiron and vocalist Biprorshee talk about the music and folklore of Begho and get raw and hones... more

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Sahib Singh
Bandleader, multi-instrumentalist
Jatayu
Episode: Chatting with JATAYU (Indian Fusion Rock from Chennai, India)
Shylu Ravindran
Multi-instrumentalist, band member
Jatayu
Episode: Chatting with JATAYU (Indian Fusion Rock from Chennai, India)
Kashyap Jaishankar
Bassist
Jatayu
Episode: Chatting with JATAYU (Indian Fusion Rock from Chennai, India)
Aditya Barve
Vocalist of Gutslit
Gutslit
Episode: Chatting w/ GUTSLIT (Death Metal from Mumbai, India)
Arshaq Malik
Rapper and producer from Bangalore, based in the UK; former member of Trash Talk; debut solo album The Phone Isn't Ringing
Solo artist, colaborations with 47K, Karan Viegas, Pasha Bhai, Hanuman Kind
Episode: Chatting w/ ARSHAQ MALIK (Rapper & Producer from Bangalore/UK)
Aman Virdi
Vocalist, previously with Bhayanak Maut, now with Lotus
Bhayanak Maut / Lotus
Episode: Chatting w/ LOTUS (Indian Progressive Metal Band from Pune)
Ananda Sen
Rock musician from Kolkata, former frontman of the Supersonics and Ritornellos
Independent musician
Episode: Chatting w/ ANANDA SEN (Kolkata Rock Veteran, ex-Supersonics, ex-Ritornellos)
Street Stories
Band from Shillong, brothers Riko and Pezo Kronu with Gideon Kom as drummer (guest on episode)
Street Stories
Episode: Chatting w/ STREET STORIES (Pop Punk Band from Northeast India)
Apeksha Pai
Singer-songwriter from Mysore, based in Bangalore
Episode: Chatting w/ APEKSHA PAI (Singer-songwriter, Fellow Konkani)

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Chatting w/ FUZZCULTURE (Electronic Music, Video Essays, Music Business)
Q: Why pivot to YouTube video essays and then to talking-head content?
The pivot was born from burnout and the realization that a consistent, long-term content strategy required moving from high-effort music videos to weekly, accessible talking-head discussions that could sustain audience engagement and reflect his broader artistic philosophy.
Chatting w/ FUZZCULTURE (Electronic Music, Video Essays, Music Business)
Q: How did the major label deal with Universal come about for the debut album?
UMG showed interest after the duo's earlier EP Indulge, Divulge and a Malaysian award; Universal's Contra Bands program and their private-equity style approach to artist development played a key role, with emphasis on funding and strategic positioning rather than traditional long-term development.
Chatting w/ FUZZCULTURE (Electronic Music, Video Essays, Music Business)
Q: What were the origins of FuzzCulture?
The project started in 2012 as part of an extension of the studio and a two-person act; it evolved into a solo project after a split, with Arsh focusing on writing and directing the music while continuing to develop FuzzCulture as the core creative force.
Chatting w/ APEKSHA PAI (Singer-songwriter, Fellow Konkani)
Q: How did you land the Vir Das opening gig and the Anand Bhaskar Collective support?
A long-ago email attempt aligned with a playlist feature eventually led to a surprise opportunity years later, underscoring patience and persistence; the Anand Bhaskar Collaborative opportunity came through a friend and a message from their team after they posted open slots in Bangalore.
Chatting w/ APEKSHA PAI (Singer-songwriter, Fellow Konkani)
Q: What is it like to market yourself in the age of social media without a team?
It's exhausting and overwhelming, but it hinges on consistent outreach, building networks, and showing up at live events to meet people and gain visibility.

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Accessible conversations with artists from the Indian independent scene, focusing on the realities of creating, producing, and promoting music outside mainstream platforms. Episodes spotlight band origins, language-driven projects, DIY production and touring, and the interplay between artistry and entrepreneurship. A recurring thread is the practical side of building sustainable music careers—from live sound and studio processes to video storytelling, audience engagement, and cross-language collaborations. The show often leans into the evolving indie ecosystem in India, celebrating bold creative experiments and the challenges artists navigate while staying true to their vision.

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Recent guests on The Sairaj Kamath Show include:

1. Sahib Singh
2. Shylu Ravindran
3. Kashyap Jaishankar
4. Aditya Barve
5. Arshaq Malik
6. Aman Virdi
7. Ananda Sen
8. Street Stories

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