Have they found their band-image?

Gone are the days when pujas meant new songs. Every time is party time, provided you strike the right note. The city bands are playing a vital role in reshaping this cycle. In April, two city bands released their albums. One is the veteran Krosswindz and the other is the new kid on the block, Fossils. Krosswindz has already topped the local charts. The target is to capture the international music scenario, said Tuki, guitarist of the band. Does it seem too ambitious? Listen to One World after a hard days work. You'll be ready for another day. We believe that's a big compliment by any account. We have so far sold over 5000 units since the release on April 6, informed Shubhashis Roy of Kosmic Records. For those who remember the old Krosswindz line-up will definitely feel nostalgic with Bonny Chakraborty singing Pray as Neil Mukherjee plays the nylon string guitar. Fossils on the other hand is just 'raw'. Anger is the bottom-line, guiding Rupam's lyrics that blend perfectly with the 'psychometallic grunge' (as they stamp their sound) they are belting out. Unlike Krosswindz, which makes you feel good, Fossils is here to leave scars on your skin. Their guitar smokes poison, whether they're reminding us of the original sin in Nemesis or negating life in Niskraman. Mahua Lahiri of Asha Audio, said, We launched the album on April 13 with 3000 units. And we have already ordered for reprints. Though acceptance is simply the buzzword with the listening gang, who are ready to compromise at anything, the craze can't be denied. But one thing seems to have come to stay. There's no seasonal cycle anymore. If you can give material— which Krosswindz and Fossils have done, you'd be accepted. And April will never prove the 'cruellest month if you are on the right side of your fans. caltimes@timesgroup.com