India Grooves To Techno
Independent recording labels in India have been providing a unique platform to the budding
artists, especially post-Covid. With the focus on bringing hidden talent forward, these
recording labels are focused on promoting the experimental approach of expressive artists.
Keeping the progressive music industry in mind, this column reviews top independent albums
released by Qilla Records, one of the Indian independent recording labels, that marked its
100th release in May 2024./i>
India's willingness to blend with the latest trends while keeping the cultures around can be seen
across the music industry as well. Choosing versatility with the techno beats, Qilla records, one of
the recording labels and collective based out of India since 2011, creates soundscapes that touch
the hearts of the listeners who love to explore alternate sonic realms.
Inspired by the frequencies of nature and known to explore psychedelic beats for every mood and
state of mind, Qilla Records brings out the ravey or meditative energies through its tracks, keeping
its listeners immersed in the pool of techno realm. Be it INNERWORLD - VIBRATIONS - it's recent
album of 10 tracks featuring K.O.P. 32, Tadan, Moses, and Kohra, or its infamous albums from the
series - FORTE, Qilla Records has been persistent in providing splendid soundtracks that captivate
the minds and souls of music lovers.
Acting as a benchmark for techno and electronica releases in India, Qilla Records was introduced by
Delhi-based, Madhav Shorey aka Kohra, who is renowned for his experimental sound. With the
aim to
bring forward skilled music talent with the unusual sound tunes like psychedelia, hypnotic or deep
techno and more, Qilla Records stands as one of the leading record labels for independent artists,
developing quality music for the listeners.
Ace artist and the founder of Qilla Records, Madhav Shorey has introduced many emerging artists from
the industry including the introduction of 8-Bit Culprit, Midnight Traffic, Film & Hans Séance and
industry stalwarts Jitter and Audio Units who have always loved to explore the sophisticated
soundscapes. Amongst other renowned names, the recording label established its grounds with trusted
artists like FILM, MONOPHONIK, SHFT, Sunju Hargun, TASNNEEM, VRIDIAN, Zequenx, ZOKHUMA, and more.
Qilla Records' centennial release, Chakravyūh, meaning spinning wheel, is definitely one-of-a-kind.
Artists have set a new benchmark blending introspective techno with vibrant psychedelia into the
35-track album, spanning 222 minutes. The compilation immerses listeners into deep sonic exploration
where 34 artists from different countries weave soundscapes interpretating symbolic cyclical
journeys.
Admiring the rhapsody of experimental sound, Qilla Records has been playing an instrumental role in
driving the techno enthusiasts towards resonant tastes. Encouraged to produce endless sonic realms,
the torchbearer of the techno world - Kohra with his recording label, has presented the music
industry with mind-blowing releases that redefine electronic music with the blend of expressive
cultures of the country.
Recording excellence and hoping to see more rising stars break all vocal barriers in the Indian
music industry, IRAA Awards has started accepting nominations for 2024. Keep a watch on PALM Expo
Magazine to stay updated!
All recorded labels are requested to share new releases with the PALM Expo team if they wish to get
featured in the 'Unequal Music' column as the team explores the voice and talent of budding artists
in this recurring feature
To share releases for this column, contact:
Ritika Pandey
Email:Ritika.pandey@hyve.group