Aparajito presents
HooliGaanIsm
(A Bengali Musical group for the Times We Live In)
About the Group:-
HooliGaanIsm is a Bengali musical group that writes, records, and performs original songs with a bold artistic vision — to reflect on the contemporary human experience. The group explores everyday life, social realities, and inner emotions through music that speaks directly about its time.
Formed by nine musicians from diverse musical backgrounds, HooliGaanIsm is a cross-genre musical collective. The members carry deep connections to folk, classical, modern, and experimental music, resulting in a fluid, genre-blending sound that constantly evolves. The band believes in the purpose of music — each song is treated as a unique narrative with its own sonic identity.
Musical Roots & Influences:-
Rooted in the rich cultural tapestry of Bengal, HooliGaanIsm draws influence from:
Traditional Bengali folk
Classical forms like Thumri, Darbari, and Tappa
Contemporary urban sounds
Global cross-genre experiments
The group’s music is a living dialogue between the past, present, and the possible.
The Genre/ The sound/ The Philosophy :-
Subhadeep
Specialist in folk music from the Indian subcontinent. Known for projects and collaborations with renowned folk artists, Subhadeep blends earthy traditions with modern textures and edgy presentations.
Debraj
Deeply rooted in Indian classical music. His compositions fuse classical aesthetics with contemporary stylings, creating a rich sonic hybrid.
Anirban
A genre-fluid composer with a knack for breaking musical conventions. Known for crafting uniquely structured songs with bold lyrical choices.
Krishanu (Bass), Nilanshuk (Percussion ), Someshwar (Guitar), Pritam (violin), Sushruta (Winds) and Pritam (Drums) - Each member brings their own musical learning, cultural memory, and creative sensibility, forming a collective that is both experimental and emotionally grounded.
HooliGaanIsm believes in ‘fusion‘— not just as a musical genre, but as a philosophy. For the band, fusion is not bound by the traditional definitions. Instead, it’s a new-age exploration where anything and everything can be created — musically and aesthetically.
Their sound is a melting pot of ideas, themes, and cultural nuances — a vibrant palette painted with many colors. Indian semi-classical melodies seamlessly intertwine with urban beatboxing, which then flows into the raw rhythms of rural folk traditions. This organic blend defies boundaries and speaks a universal language rooted in emotion and experience.
At its core, HooliGaanIsm captures the ‘essence of contrast‘: the raw, rustic energy of folk music balanced with the meditative calm of an alaap. It’s in this coexistence that their identity lies — bold, authentic, and deeply resonant.
HooliGaanIsm Offers a diverse repertoire — from earthy folk influences to introspective classical-fusion, to daily busty urban exhale, to underground genre-bending experiments.
Songs that vary widely in tone and texture, yet remain cohesive through a shared emotional and social lens.
The Live performances that blend storytelling with high musical craftsmanship.
Collaborative and evolving soundscapes reflecting the group's respect for tradition and appetite for innovation.
In an era where music often chases trends, HooliGaanIsm stands as a statement — rooted, raw, relevant. Their sound captures the complexity of modern Bengali identity while embracing the depth of heritage and the uncertainty of the now
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Kala Mandir Auditorium: Kolkata, 48, Shakespeare Sarani, Theatre Road, Kolkata, West Bengal 700017, India
INR 799
