Music Festivals Coming Up

This spring, there is music in the air. Here are some music festivals that will leave you whistling a tune

Sulafest 2012Location: Sula Vineyards, NashikWhen: February 4-5Artists: Nitin Sawhney, Blackstratblues, Papon & East India CompanyDamage: Rs. 1,800. The highlight this year is undoubtedly Nitin Sawhney. He is a huge favourite of Rajeev Samant, founder and CEO of Sula Vineyards.Area79 Music and Arts FestivalLocation: The Kikar Lodge, Himalayan ForestsWhen: March 8-11Artists: Jalebee Cartel, AnnoyingNinjas, Jahbo and othersDamage: Unknown. This festival promises to stimulate all the five senses of the human experience. A bunch of international acts will be playing here.

Mahindra Blues FestivalLocation: Mehboob Studios, MumbaiWhen: February 11-12Artists: Buddy Guy, Jonny Lang and othersDamage: Rs. 4,000. The legendary Buddy Guy makes his second Indian appearance to perform at the equally renowned Mehboob Studios in Bandra.

Karbi Youth FestivalLocation: Taralangso, AssamWhen: February 15-19Artists: AssortedDamage: Unknown. One of the biggest ethnic festivals in India. Keeping with the ethos of the Karbi culture, this event is free of corporate sponsorship. It’s organised by the Karbi Cultural Society.

Eristoff Invasion FestivalLocation: New Delhi, Pune, BangaloreArtist: David GuettaDamage: Unknown. If you have a kid between 15 and 25, get ready to spend a substantial amount on “entertainment”. David Guetta is the Brad Pitt of DJs and every kid is going to want to be there.