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In its sixth version now, radio 93.5 Crimson FM’s South Aspect Story is about to regale the capital’s tradition lovers with a bouquet of South Indian music, delicacies, handicrafts and performances. The 2-day occasion, slated for August 31 and September 1, guarantees to pack a punch with its music line-up that spans a vibrant spectrum of genres, starting from Carnatic and folks to rock and rap.
The Hindu is the print media companion for the occasion.
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Among the many 11 solo musicians and bands is T.M. Krishna, who dons many hats — Carnatic vocalist, author, activist and writer. He’ll carry out on the primary day of the occasion, which can even characteristic AR Rahman’s daughter Khatija Rahman along with her band, modern music band Sean Roldan & Associates, Carnatic progressive rock band Agam The Band, and Sithara Mission Malabaricus.
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On the second day, playback singers Nithya Mammen, Maalavika Sundar and Job Kurian will take the stage with rapper All Okay, and unbiased acts Arivu + The Ambassa Band and Thaikkudam Bridge.
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Nisha Narayanan, COO and director at Crimson FM and Magic FM, seems to be again at constructing a boutique pageant with a distinct segment viewers. “Given the overwhelming response within the earlier years, we’ve prolonged the pageant to a two-day celebration this time. There may be additionally a particular version, South Aspect Story Highlight, which is able to invite followers on stage to point out their expertise.”
Crimson FM had additionally invited unbiased musicians this June to use for a contest that supplied an opportunity to carry out on the pageant. The organisers revealed {that a} complete of 294 individuals utilized, of which two will probably be shortlisted to carry out on the pageant.
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There will probably be different points of interest for guests excited by attempting South Indian delicacies or shopping for handlooms and handicrafts related to the area’s cultural historical past. For these trying to attempt dosa, rasam, sambar, idli and conventional rituals from the area, the pageant has roped in eating places and types akin to Mahabelly, Naivedyam, Southside Habits, Bili Hu Coffees and Skippi to exhibit their merchandise. You might additionally store Particular South Aspect Story merchandise by The Tee Level and Rouka’s particular South Aspect Story version of saris and mundus. There can even be a gajra counter on the venue.
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Performances by Kathakali, Bharatnatyam, Mohiniattam dancers and King Mahabali can even be part of the pageant.
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South Aspect Story, in print partnership with The Hindu, will probably be held on August 31 and September 1; At KD Jadhav Indoor Corridor, IG Indoor Stadium, ITO, Vikram Nagar; 3pm onwards. Tickets begin at ₹699 on insider.in
