The World Loses Renowned Recording Engineer from India who Worked with Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Radiohead and More
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BUZZ // ‘Silver Fox’ Miti Adhikari passed away at 69 years after post-surgery complications.
Renowned music producer and sound engineer, Miti Adhikari passed away at the age of 69 years. Sources close to him have confirmed the news. Adhikari was fighting post-surgery complications. Known as ‘Silver Fox’, the Goa-based producer was known for producing songs for eminent bands. The names include Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Radiohead, Coldplay, and Foo Fighters.
Adhikari shaped some of the most iconic live performances of all time, thus leaving behind a legacy. He spent over 34 years with BBC, working as the chief sound engineer at the iconic Maida Vale studios.
Growing up in Kolkata, Adhikari started out as a bassist for a city band. A 20-year-old Adhikari landed a job as an assistant studio manager at the BBC, thanks to a family friend. He eventually emerged as one of the most influential behind-the-scenes figures in British music broadcasting.
Adhikari was barely a name among the Indian audience until the Foo Fighters dedicated a song to him at the Reading and Leeds festival. A video of this posted online created quite a buzz. After over 34 years of working with festivals like Glastonbury and Live 8, in 2014, the producer decided to return to India.
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PODCASTS // The Sinusoidal Podcast Episode 4
In this raw and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Munz, frontman of The Down Troddence. TDT is one of India’s most iconic and enduring heavy metal bands. With almost 2 decades of unapologetic sound and resistance-driven music, TDT has carved a legacy in the Indian metal scene.
From growing up in Kannur to discovering his voice in the underground metal circuit, Munz opens up about the band’s early struggles, wild beginnings, and how a brotherhood of musicians stood strong through the years. The episode explores the roots of TDT’s sound, how they infused their music with social commentary, and what it truly means to represent Indian metal on a global stage.
We also dive into an emotional segment of the conversation where Munz shares stories of personal growth, grief, and how music became both a weapon and a healing force. For fans of authentic storytelling, hard-hitting metal, and the people behind the power — this one's for you!
REVIEWS // Gaia by Books of Moods
Books of Moods is an indie rock band from Paris, led by Hugo Sailer. Thriving on exceptional authenticity and heartfelt creations, Books of Moods is all about music that touches the soul and leaves you wanting more. With vivid rock escapism, they create sonical magic with one track at a time.
Recently, Books of Moods released a song called ‘Gaia’. A refreshing, nostalgic rock number with beautiful melodies, surreal progression, and enveloping sonicality, the song pulls you in with its euphoric rock soundscapes and causes an intense surge of emotions. With its unique, moving blend of ’60s and 70’s rock motifs, the song focuses on gentle production with powerful beats, subtle layers of alluring sounds that immerse you in a whirlpool of sonic bliss.
Books of Moods Raises the Bar for Indie Rock with ‘Gaia’
INTERVIEWS // Maluscomas aka Amit Vyas
‘Lost In This Feeling’ by Maluscomas is a sentimental piano-led ballad by the singer-songwriter that keeps its audience captive.
The inspiration for “Lost in This Feeling” comes directly from my relationship with my wife. There are those moments in a profound connection where you just feel utterly overwhelmed by love, almost consumed by it in the most beautiful, breathtaking way. It’s not about grand gestures; it’s about the quiet understanding, the shared glances, the feeling of complete belonging. I wanted to capture that sensation of being so deeply in love that you’re almost ‘lost’ in the emotion, completely immersed and present in that moment. It’s a tribute to our journey together and the incredible bond we share.
PLAYLISTS // Prog Noir
Discover the finest dark and atmospheric progressive rock and metal—haunting melodies and rich soundscapes await.