Together, they rock

Manika Ahuja

A foggy evening, live rock band, the kickstart of a festival celebrating music and your day is made! In Chandigarh to announce the arrival of Sulafest, a festival held in the Sula Vineyards situated in Nashik, Menwhopause, a Delhi-based trio rock band came as a pleasant surprise. Read on.

Festive affair

Hailed as a delightful festival that intoxicates both, music and wine lovers alike, Sulafest is back in its 9th edition to give you a weekend full of music, wine, food, fashion and more. Super-exciting activities have been lined up for this two-day event — February 6 and 7 — to make it unforgettable. So, if you have an ear for good music and craving for good wine save the date!

Signature moves

Here to perform during the pre-Sulafest bash, Menwhopause gave the audience a taste of its original soundtracks. This band, which came into being in 2001, has for its members, vocalist and bassist Randeep Singh, guitarists, Inder Pal Singh (IP) and Anup Kutty; and Bhanu Thakur on the drums. The members believe in producing songs which showcase their distinct style, and are quick to add, “We do not emulate anyone. Making and creating music gratifies you to a greater degree than re-making someone else’s compositions.” Well, good point and well made too!

So, what makes this band different from the rest? The band-members reply in unison, “We have a signature style, which sets us apart from others.” Now, finding that is totally on us!

Musically yours

Randeep, who joined the band after vocalist Sarabjit Chadha quit, says “Music is a very powerful mode of expression. It brings so much substance to life.” IP and Anup Kutty join in, “Music brings peace, and love both, to the ones who creates it and the ones who listen.”

Up next

The band’s new album Neon Delhi is ready to soothe your ears. “We will release the album, officially, soon,” says the manager of the band Sahaj Umang Singh.