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Tribute Music Festival in Panaji Honours Pt. Prabhakar Chari & Pt. Yograj Naik

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Panaji, 17th September 2025:

Pt. Prabhakar Chari Pratisthan in collaboration with Swar Sanskruti Music Academy announced a two-day memorial music festival in Panaji to pay homage to the late Pt. Prabhakar Chari, a stalwart of Hindustani classical music in Goa, and eminent sitarist Pt. Yograj Naik.

The festival will take place on 20th and 21st September 2025 at Institute Menezes Braganza Hall, starting at 4:00 pm on both days. Renowned musicians and dancers from across India will participate, showcasing the depth and richness of classical music traditions.

Day 1 Highlights:

  • Dance performance by Manjushri Mate
  • Sitar trio by Laxmikant Khandekar, Sadanand Amonkar, Raghuvir Fadate
  • Vocal recital by Prachala Amonkar
  • Sitar recital by Pt. Ravi Chary accompanied by Mandar Katti, Sarang Vechalekar, Vishal Bhurke, Kavita Lotliker, Khushi Chaugule

Day 2 Highlights:

  • Laybandh, percussion ensemble from Goa College of Music
  • Vocal recital by Pallavi Patil
  • Solo harmonium recital by Dr. Manisha Kulkarni
  • Taal Vandana segment featuring Pt. Tulshidas Navelkar, Pt. Ulhas Velingkar, Shrikumar Sarjyotishi and others
  • Pakhawaj Shiv Tandav performance by Krushna Salunke & team

The festival also features eminent accompanists including Pt. Shubh Maharaj, Dattaraj Mhalshi, Shripad Chari, Gautami Amonkar, Wasim Khan, Srujan Bhatkurse, adding depth and grandeur to each performance.

Speaking at the announcement, Pt. Ravi Chary, son and disciple of Pt. Prabhakar Chari, said:

“Pt. Prabhakar Chari was not just my father but a great source of inspiration. Through his dedication and vision, I learned the true essence, sensitivity and depth of music. Our efforts aim to share Goa’s living tradition of Hindustani classical music with locals and tourists alike.”

This memorial festival promises to be an unforgettable experience for music lovers, offering a rare opportunity to witness Goa’s classical music heritage performed by some of India’s finest artists.

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Wiz Khalifa to Headline Rolling Loud India in Mumbai This November

Tanisha Cardozo

Grammy-nominated rapper and music producer Wiz Khalifa is making a grand return to India, set to headline the opening day of Rolling Loud India — the first-ever edition of the global hip-hop festival on Indian soil. The event will take place in Mumbai on November 22 and 23, with Wiz Khalifa leading the charge on Day 1.

This marks Khalifa’s third performance in the country, following previous shows in 2017 and 2019. Reflecting on his debut visit, he had expressed enthusiasm about Indian culture, music, and especially Bollywood. “I’ve heard a lot about Bollywood… it looks dope!” he had said before his first Indian concert.

This time around, Wiz will bring his signature hits like Black and Yellow, See You Again, and Young, Wild & Free to thousands of fans. He’ll be sharing the stage with UK rap sensation Central Cee, who’s currently topping charts with his Drake collab Which One, along with a power-packed lineup including DaBaby, Swae Lee, Denzel Curry, Gurinder Gill, Hanumankind, and Meba Ofilia.

Day 2 of the festival will spotlight Indian and international acts alike, with Punjabi star Karan Aujla set for a milestone performance, and Don Toliver expected to deliver hits like No Idea and Lemonade. Indian hip-hop heavyweight DIVINE will also debut tracks from his latest album Walking on Water live on stage. Additional acts for the day include NAV, Sheck Wes, Ski Mask The Slump God, and Westside Gunn.

Rolling Loud India marks a significant moment for hip-hop culture in the country, blending global talent with homegrown artists on one massive stage. With two full days of music, energy, and cultural exchange, Mumbai is set to become the epicenter of the South Asian hip-hop scene this November.

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BTS’ RM, V, and J-Hope Party with Tyler, the Creator at His Seoul Concert

Tanisha Cardozo

BTS members RM, V, and J-Hope were spotted letting loose and fully immersed in the vibe at Tyler, the Creator’s Seoul concert. Held at a packed venue, the event saw the three BTS members dancing in the fan pit, smiling and laughing together, and soaking in the energy of the night. The moment quickly turned viral across social media as the trio posted photos and videos with Tyler and CORTIS member James, who was also in attendance.

RM, dressed in a relaxed blue sweatshirt and black shorts, was seen singing along and filming the performance. J-Hope, in a sleek black vest with matching pants, danced and shared a video of Tyler on stage. V, casually styled in a brown T-shirt and jeans, added a heartfelt touch to the evening by donning a T-shirt seemingly gifted by Tyler and giving him a warm shoutout via Instagram. In a playful message, V wrote, “Thanks for the gift 💕🙏 And welcome to Korea! I’m having a Mom’s Touch burger tonight, you’ve got to try it too.”

Tyler, the Creator didn’t miss a beat either. During his performance, he gave a playful shoutout to a local favorite, saying, “Y’all guess what I had for lunch? I had Mama’s Touch. What are you all doing out here? That stuff is absolutely delicious.” V followed up by sharing a photo of the same burger on his Instagram Story with a simple caption: “Mama’s Touch.”

Photos of the night, including the group posing by the stage, were later shared by CORTIS’ official Instagram, captioned, “Watching the GOAT with the GOATs,” tagging @rkive, @uarmyhope, @thv, and @feliciathegoat.

Notably absent from the concert were BTS members Jin, Suga, Jimin, and Jungkook, who are currently tied up with individual schedules. Jin and Jungkook are especially busy with their own events. However, all seven members — RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook — are now back in production mode, working on a full group album in the U.S. since July. The highly anticipated record, expected to drop in Spring 2026, will mark BTS’ first full group comeback since their 2022 album Proof.

With music, laughter, and international camaraderie, the Seoul concert wasn’t just another show—it became a fan-fueled cultural moment, signaling that the BTS members continue to make their mark, both on and off the stage.

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Ed Sheeran’s ‘Play’ Takes on a Bold and Playful New Era

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Written by Intern Queeny George M.H , Team Allycaral

Ed Sheeran returns to the global stage with Play (2025), his eighth studio album and the first in a planned five-album series. This marks a bold step forward for the British singer-songwriter, whose recent work has leaned heavily on introspective and acoustic tones. With Play, Sheeran shifts gears—embracing a more vibrant, experimental, and culturally diverse soundscape that reflects his global travels and evolving artistic outlook.

The album opens with a track aptly titled “Opening,” serving as both a literal and metaphorical introduction to this new musical chapter. The song begins with familiar acoustic folk undertones, echoing the emotional depth of his past releases. But midway through, it morphs into an upbeat, electronic composition—signaling a departure from the past and the arrival of something fresh, fun, and unexpected.

What sets Play apart is its seamless integration of global influences. From Asian instrumentation to genre-fluid arrangements, Sheeran draws on a wide palette to paint his latest musical vision. This is not a collection of singles designed solely for radio play; it’s a cohesive body of work that explores rhythm, culture, and emotion through a diverse lens.

This ambitious project showcases Sheeran’s refusal to be confined by genre or expectation. It’s bold, playful, and deeply intentional. As the first of five planned albums in this new series, Play sets the tone for what could become Sheeran’s most creatively adventurous era yet.

From blockbuster stadium anthems to subtle sonic experimentation, Play shows that Sheeran isn’t just evolving—he’s playing by his own rules.

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Coldplay Wraps Record-Breaking Wembley Run With an Unforgettable Night of Music and Magic

Tanisha Cardozo

Coldplay have officially made music history. On Friday, September 12, 2025, the band closed out their tenth and final show at Wembley Stadium—the longest-ever run by any artist at the venue—delivering a euphoric night that embodied everything the Music of the Spheres tour has stood for: connection, colour, and collective joy.

Over the course of a dazzling two-hour performance, Coldplay played songs from every era of their 25-year career. From the stadium-shaking beats of A Sky Full of Stars to the quiet intimacy of Sparks, fans were treated to a setlist that balanced timeless hits with fresh material like Jupiter and feelslikeimfallinginlove. Even Something Just Like This, a track that has divided critics, transformed into a euphoric, rave-like anthem live on stage.

The show featured Coldplay’s now-iconic LED wristbands, confetti cannons, laser lights, inflatable planets, and even a whimsical puppet show. Chris Martin, bounding across the stage with his usual energy, made it a point to recognize individual fans throughout the night. “I see you,” he declared repeatedly, whether pointing to a Brazilian flag near the front row or fans covered in lights in the highest tiers—”You look like you’re from the movie Tron,” he joked.

The band also made space for their guests. The Simón Bolívar Orchestra from Venezuela joined the band for Viva La Vida and feelslikeimfallinginlove, jumping and twirling their way through the melodies. Palestinian-Chilean artist Elyanna brought spine-tingling vocals to We Pray, captivating the audience with her vocal range.

Despite the grandeur, the show had plenty of warmth and humour. Martin described Coldplay as “the third best soft rock band in London,” launched into the opening lines of Wonderwall, and mistakenly credited Paradise to Shaggy. He also paused mid-set to celebrate guitarist Jonny Buckland’s 48th birthday, gifting him a Lego Batmobile and challenging him to build it before Fix You.

Perhaps the most moving moment came during the encore. As the band played All My Love, thousands of fans in the audience raised paper red hearts over their heads—a fan-organized tribute orchestrated by a German Coldplayer named Hannah. The moment encapsulated everything Coldplay stands for: connection, sincerity, and joy shared among strangers.

With more than 12 million tickets sold since the tour began in 2022, Music of the Spheres is now officially the highest-attended tour of all time, surpassing even Elton John’s Farewell Yellow Brick Road.

And while the tour is now on hiatus—Chris Martin hinted it will return “somewhere in southern Africa in about 18 months”—fans are bracing themselves for a new kind of Coldplay chapter. The band has confirmed that their upcoming album will be their last, marking the end of their recording era. But Martin also noted that they’ll continue touring beyond that, offering reassurance that Coldplay’s light will still shine on global stages.

As the final notes of Fix You echoed through the stadium, there was a shared sense among the 90,000 fans in attendance: this wasn’t just a concert. It was a memory, etched in lights and hearts.