Back with their second album – “Can’t Stop, Can’t Kill” – Deathknell has returned to its melodic death metal roots. The Shimla-based metal band has dropped their album online on all major Indian music platforms, along with three video releases so far.
It’s that time of the year again! The time to get grooving and revel in the musical vibe at the 3rd Season of Xanadu Youth Carnival 2019. Whether you’re a music enthusiast, upcoming artist, or just looking forward to unwind from your hectic work schedule, it is the best two-day festival you need to head to.
Shimla-based acoustic fingerstyle guitarist Pranjal Uniyal’s upcoming debut EP, Forth and Back is all about storytelling through music, conveying emotions and connecting with people. Releasing in collaboration with The Pinecone Records & Sessions, the forthcoming EP effortlessly combines storytelling with acoustic percussive fingerstyle tunes, taking listeners on a beautiful musical journey.
Art / Artists
These frames may look like characters from a comic book, but these photographs are of a brilliant body painter. The self-taught makeup artist, Justine McKinney, spends around 10-20 hours for full body makeup and body painting to transform herself into various animated characters.
Art / Photography
Previously, we featured Lebanese photographer Omar Reda’s captivating photo series in which people’s hands were clicked to tell their life stories. Now, the talened photographer has unveiled his another striking photograph collection that captures the ‘Art of Holy Faces,’ which features the snapshots of Hindu holy men.
Inspirational
The 58-year-old retired Major General Somnath Jha, who spent 37 years in service, has cycled across 29 states to pay tribute to the soldiers who gave their lives for the nation since Independence. He spent seven months cycling throughout the country to complete his task of paying homage to 21,000 fallen soldiers.
Art / Artists
If makeup is your thing and you even believe in horoscopes, we’ve found a perfect Instagram account for you to check out. Toronto-based makeup artist Setareh Hosseini, with the username [@starlit_makeup] on Instagram, has recently created 12 different zodiac-inspired looks that are worth your attention.
Art / Painting / Sketching
Aghori is an ascetic who dedicates his entire life to worship Lord Shiva, following rigorous rituals as part of their religious routine. These ascetics can be seen in different parts of India, and are known to perform their rituals on cremation grounds. Their uncommon religious routine often arouses curiosity among the public, including various artists.
Offbeat
While most people see prisoners in a bad light, there is one unique cafe in Shimla that gives them a second chance to connect with the world. Funded by Himachal Pradesh Tourism Department, The Book Cafe is the first-of-its-kind hangout spot in the country where prisoners serve pizzas and cookies to the visitors.
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