A fest that made Kolkata groove

From rock and pop to folk and hip-hop, the two-day music fest, The Soul Local, turned up the volume in the city. The star-studded lineup featured show-stopping performances by Lakkhichhara, Mame Khan and Papon on day one, and Arko, OAFF & Savera and Seedhe Maut on the second day. The fun didn’t stop with the music, as visitors also got to enjoy delicious treats at myriad food stalls and shop for cool stuff at lifestyle pop-ups. Be it students, or office-goers, the fest venue in Rajarhat witnessed an enthusiastic mixed crowd on both days.

A night of music, magic and memories
Papon’s soulful melodies had couples swaying, while Mame Khan’s lively Rajasthani folk got the crowd on their toes. “Singing along to Chaudhury and Kyon was pure magic,” said attendee Devanshi Agarwal. The energy peaked with Seedhe Maut’s hip-hop set. “Since I discovered Seedhe Maut's music, I’ve been eager to watch them live. Their performance felt like a celebration of everything Indian hip-hop stands for.,” said Sayantan Guha, a resident of Patuli who attended the fest on both days.

Quotes:
Kolkata mere liye ek sangeet ki nagri hai. Our country is a treasure trove of diverse music and genres. Bengal has blessed us with a rich legacy of music that continues to be a source of pride for our country- Mame KhanKemon Acho Kolkata? I always love coming back to the city. The warmth and the energy make it so special- Papon