Ziddi Blog
Stories, insights, and guides for India's indie music community. Explore artist interviews, music reviews, industry news, and tips for independent musicians building their careers.
How Small and Indie Artists Can Land Opening Slots on Major Tours in India
International stadium tours and large-scale domestic arena runs are multiplying across India. Acts from Ed…
Amaal Mallik Reveals Massive Royalty Gap: Viral Hit Song Earns Composer Just ₹1.5 Lakh
Composer Amaal Mallik recently exposed the severe financial disparity within the Bollywood royalty structure. In…
“Bhajan Clubbing” is the New Gig: Gen Z is Ditching Festivals for Interactive Jam Sessions
A new live music format is pulling young audiences away from traditional nightlife spaces and…
Girish Pradhan Joins Metal Stalwarts Accept For Their 50th Anniversary Album
German heavy metal band Accept selected Sikkim-born vocalist Girish Pradhan for their 50th-anniversary double album,…
Tip of the Day: Perform Live Whenever You Can
Build Real Fan Loyalty Through Live Performance Digital streaming allows your music to travel, but…
Times Music Acquires Catrack Entertainment to Expand Punjabi IP
Times Music recently completed its acquisition of Chandigarh-based Catrack Entertainment. The deal brings a massive…
Spotify Introduces ‘Human Artist’ Verification to Combat AI Content
Spotify recently launched a new verification system to distinguish human musicians from artificial intelligence accounts.…
Green Gigs: How Sustainable Concerts Are Changing India’s Live Music Sector
Environmental sustainability is altering how promoters and musicians plan live shows in India. The industry…
Lukkhe Integrates Rap Culture With Episodic Storytelling
The upcoming Amazon Prime Video series Lukkhe premieres on May 8. Directed by Himank Gaur,…
Scorpions Cancel 2026 India Tour Due to Medical Issues
The German rock band Scorpions canceled their four-city India tour. BookMyShow Live announced the cancellation…
WHAM 2026 Documents the Legacy of Women in Indian Music
The Indian Music Experience Museum in Bengaluru recently concluded its third edition of the Women’s…
Flipkart To Enter India’s Live Event Ticketing Sector
Flipkart is preparing to launch its own live event and entertainment ticketing platform in May…
Ye (Kanye West) Confirms First India Concert for May 2026
Kanye West will perform his first concert in India on May 23, 2026. The event,…
World Jazz Festival 2026 Kicks Off 5-City India Tour
The World Jazz Festival returns to India for its sixth edition this April. Organized by…
Tip of the Day: Don’t Skip YouTube Content ID
Turn every use into revenue If your music is on YouTube, it’s likely being used…