India is a diverse country and so is its culture, traditions, and most importantly music. India is famous for its classical and folk music, Varanasi is known to be a popular spot for classical music and music Garana. Rock music is totally opposite to classical and is usually considered to be a western influence. People usually prefer western bands for Pop and rock music as it is their fusion of music. But as the world has revolutionized pop music is in every country’s music industry. People have adapted pop and rock music in a good way and have blended them with Indian music which has created a whole new genre known as ‘Indie Music’. So, if you are tired of hearing western rock music and are looking for something refreshing then tune in to these Indian bands which will make you proud of your own country’s music.
1. The Local Train
‘The Local Train’ is a Hindi rock band from New Delhi, initially, they started their journey from Chandigarh which led them to commercial success and brought them to Delhi. They are known for their soulful music and lyrics, they have achieved massive success over the years. Dil Mere, Aaoge Tum Kabhi, Aaftab are one of the most trending songs of this band.
2. Indian Ocean
Well, who is not familiar with this band, it is one of the most renowned bands in India. The Indian Ocean is a contemporary rock band from the capital city of India Delhi. It has compiled with various genres like Indian jazz, Indian rock, Including various kinds of fusion.
3. Avial
Avial is a blend of alternative rock and native folk music of Kerela, Avial is the name of a famous South Indian dish. There are many other bands from the south but Avial became the first Malayali alternative rock band, though it’s songs are in its local language the music is refreshing which will give you the thrive you are looking for.
4. Fossils
Fossils is a famous band from Kolkata, it is a Bangla rock band from the east. Fossils perform in the Bengali language with the fusion of blues, alternative rocks, and psychedelia.
5. Nicotine
Nicotine is a metal rock band from central India Indore. It came into existence a few years back and have gained a lot of popularity because of its original music.