An absolute classic! They originally formed in 1984 as a hair metal group [Whitesnake, Def Leppard anyone?] called Rock Machine, once again from Mumbai. They re-formed as Indus Creed in 1993, and recorded this album in Los Angeles, as recording facilities were sadly lacking back in India. They went big on MTV Asia (which launched in '93), at a time when Canto-pop, and bollywood songs were broadcasted side-by-side, and had toured regularly across the country. Well known for their song "Pretty Child" which got them an MTV Asia award (don't remember the details and stuff). Gone were the 80s look and sound, and in came the use of traditional Indian instruments such as the shehnai, tabla, sitar and various others without being passed off as a "fusion" band. They make it so natural. All the songs here have great hooks, melodies, deep lyrics. One of my favourites. RECOMMENDED.
The band split by '97/'98.
Their last appearance was for a one time reunion gig at the One Tree Festival [Jazz,Blues] at Mumbai in 2006.
The band split by '97/'98.
Their last appearance was for a one time reunion gig at the One Tree Festival [Jazz,Blues] at Mumbai in 2006.
Indus Creed - Pretty Child
Indus Creed - Sleep
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