Echoes of Earth “Symphony of Seasons” takes place this weekend in Bangalore
India's greenest festival celebrates its 7th edition, continuing its tradition of eco-friendly practices & diverse curation
This weekend, Echoes of Earth is back in Bangalore, marking its seventh edition with a line-up of rare talent from across the globe.
Organised by Swordfish alongside Krunk as official music partners/curators, the carefully curated list of artists offers an immersive two-day journey of unique live performances and musical discovery, exploring an eclectic mix of genres, styles, instruments and cultural influences.
This includes international talents including Mount Kimbie, Satori, French 79, Kid Francescoli, Yin Yin, Recondite, SVDP, Modern Biology,
Local names set to perform include Shubh Saran, Ghatam Udupa Collective, Vridian, Excise Dept, Hamza Rahimtula and Rajasthan Folkstars, Rounak Maiti, Shantam, Weird Sounding Dude, and many more, with genres spanning psych rock, electronic jazz, prog rock, percussion, Indian folk and even ambient soundscapes from plant bioelectricity.
This year’s festival theme, “Symphony of Seasons”, celebrates the seasons and their significant role in shaping the natural world, reflecting on nature's resilience, whilst calling for more sustainable environmental practices.
The festival grounds are split into seasonal zones, embodying the distinct mood of each season.
For summer, there is the Electro Live Stage, symbolising birth and growth. The Electronic Stage reflects the essence of Monsoon, with abundance and renewal.
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The Big Tree Stage (which includes a 360° immersive sound experience) celebrates the awakening of Spring, whilst the World Fusion Stage offers themes of the survival and resilience of winter.
These zones come to life with stage designs and installations crafted from upcycled materials, weaving together seasonal flora and fauna.
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Art takes centre stage with over 30 installations crafted from crowdsourced e-waste, a result of the festival’s ongoing commitment to sustainability. These pieces highlight the possibilities of circular design, ensuring they can be repurposed for future editions.
In collaboration with ‘Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru’, the festival will also introduce a series of interactive educational workshops designed to inspire and equip students with essential life skills and knowledge on conservation, led by The Greener Side initiative and Namma Shikshana collaboration.
Purchase tickets for Echoes of Earth here.
Henry Cooper is a Writer at Mixmag Asia. Follow him on Instagram.
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