Shrayana Bhattacharya, Blackstratblues, and Indian Predator - What’s The Chakkar?
What’s The Chakkar? Episode 22: We’re reading books by Shrayana Bhattacharya and Ottessa Moshfegh; listening to music by Blackstratblues; and watching the series Indian Predator. Featuring Shaista Vaishnav, Ady Manral, and Samir Kumar. Hosted by Karan Madhok.
Pushing Forward with the Blues: An interview with Warren Mendonsa of Blackstratblues
‘I’ve always been a blues-loving rock guitarist at heart, but I love so many different forms of music… all of it filters in!’ Indian guitar legend Warren Mendonsa discusses his latest Blackstratblues album, the inspirations that shaped his musical journey, and the path ahead. By Karan Madhok
Music and the Virus: How the COVID-19 outbreak has disrupted the Indian Indie Scene.
No gigs, no jobs, and no income. Music photographer Nidhi Lodaya checks in with several of India’s indie artists and supporting professionals about the industry fighting for survival in the time of corona.
Visit us for the 2nd edition of the Landour Literature and Arts Festival on September 26-27, 2026, a weekend of arts, film, literature, music, and much more, featuring speakers and artists from the hillside and beyond. By The Chakkar and Mussoorie Heritage Centre