NH7 Weekender 2024 In Pune To Feature Over 30 Artists Including Jorja Smith, Amit Trivedi- See LIST

The upcoming 15th edition of NH7 Weekender, set to take place at Teerth Fields, Pune, on December 14th and 15th, 2024, is gearing up to host an impressive array of over 30 dynamic artists from across the globe and India. This year marks a new chapter for the festival with The House of McDowell's Soda stepping in as the co-presenting partner and a fresh two-day event format. Among the major attractions are the UK's Jorja Smith, who is set to charm the Indian audience with her debut performance, and Amit Trivedi, a National Award-winning music composer, returning to the NH7 Weekender stage after his memorable performance in 2014.

The festival will feature a blend of international debuts and Indian music legends. ASTERISM, a Japanese heavy metal band, and Oliver Cronin, an Australian pop sensation known for his "Halfway To Paradise" EP, are among the global artists performing for the first time in India. They join a lineup that includes Indian icons like Usha Uthup, whose voice has captivated listeners for over five decades, and modern stars such as rapper Raftaar and pop artist King.

Adding to the eclectic mix are DJ Craze, a record-breaking three-time consecutive winner of the DMC World DJ Championships, and Youngr, who has achieved worldwide streaming success with his innovative multi-instrumental performances. The roster also boasts of Kayan (Ambika Nayak), a distinguished artist featured on Forbes 30 under 30 list, Punjabi singer and producer Wazir Patar, and the Pataka Boys, a unique collaboration between UK rap talents and Indian producer Kartik.

This edition welcomes promising new talents like Chaar Diwaari, W.i.S.H, marking the arrival of the first Indian girl band in over two decades, alongside Indie musician Akshath and Dhvani Bhanushali, a young pop sensation known for her massive YouTube success. These artists, along with a host of other debutants, are set to showcase a diverse spectrum of music styles and genres, enriching the festival's lineup.

Akshat Rathee, Co-Founder and MD of NODWIN Gaming, lauds the 15th edition's lineup for celebrating the emerging power of Indian musicians alongside global talent, underscoring NH7 Weekender's dedication to transcending geographical and genre boundaries in music. Varun Koorichh, Vice President and Portfolio Head, Marketing, Diageo India, reflects on the festival's ethos of boundless possibilities and the communal bonds formed among the Weekender Warriors, promising an even more extraordinary experience in the current edition through their partnership.

In conclusion, the 15th NH7 Weekender promises an unforgettable blend of musical genres, global debuts, and legendary Indian artists, all set against the backdrop of an enhanced festival experience. With a lineup that spans across music legends and emerging stars, this edition is poised to be a landmark event in the festival's history, celebrating the universal language of music and fostering a vibrant community of music lovers.