“सोचता हु क्यों चेहरा है नक़ाब
अजनबी है तू फिर कौन दिलनवाज़”
The Local Train introduced me to the indie music scene in India, and I’m sure it did the same for a lot of others as well. When I first heard Dil Mere (which I’m listening to at this moment too), I knew that I would love whatever music they make. There is something truly refreshing about their music. Several people have described it as ‘anthemic,’ and I cannot disagree.
The band was formed in 2008, when four guys came together to make music that would entirely change the way indie rock was perceived in our country. Every one of them has brought something different to the table because of their backgrounds and age-groups. The result? The experience of watching a live show right in the comfort of your own home with music that has you waving your arms, banging your head, and air drumming.
“जब लगे हर घड़ी के
अब इस रात की ना है सुबह कोई
कर यकीन देख तू के
आफ़ताब वो हसीं है छुपा यहीं कहीं”
I have always loved the use of both Hindi and Urdu words in their songs. Their lyrics are simple, yet full of meaning and depth. Somehow, they bring about a sense of contentment. They make you calmer, tell you to stop expecting too much; their music makes you feel at ease. While Choo Lo makes you long for someone you love, Aaftaab gives you the hope you need to believe that everything is going to be alright, that there’s sunshine after rain, light after a downpour of gloom.
Listening to TLT’s music always gives me an extra boost of motivation. I mean, if you listen to Bandey at full volume and tell me that you didn’t vibe hard to it, I’ll choose not to believe you. 😉
Chalo bye let me get back to manifesting that I get to attend their concert at least ek baar zindagi mein.
Until next time,
Saanvi (@tunesnmelodieswriter)
Tunes ‘n Melodies 