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— by  Music Malt   | Shillong Bacardi NH7 Weekender, Shillong The first leg of Bacardi NH7 Weekender, 2015 kicked off at District Sports Association Sports Complex in Bhoirymbong, Ri-Bhoi district, Meghalaya on October 23, 2015. Thousands of music lovers from the State Capital and surrounding cities thronged the venue to witness rock bands and also get a glimpse of other events organised during the two-day festival which concluded on October 24, 2015. On the first day of the festival, a diverse lineup of both Indian and international artistes enthralled the audience. Right from iconic artistes like The Wailers, who have performed all over the world, to Parikrama mesmerising the audience with their fusion tunes. Popular home-grown band Imphal Talkies and Shaa'ir and Func brought thousands to their feet to dance, sway, and take in the enriching experience. One of the biggest attractions of the event on the concluding day was metal legends, Megadeth. The band has a large fan

Music Malt Online Fest-2015 winners! Festival date - October 18, 2015. First of all, thank you all for the overwhelming response to MMOF 2015. In its second edition, MMOF was introduced to a plethora of talent from across the globe. No matter how clichéd it sounds, do believe us when we say that we had a tough time deciding on the winners. Our judges went through hundreds of videos, debated and nearly fought over the long list, short list, and finally the winners. There were many amazing videos we could not accept as all the criteria were not met. Among the ones accepted, in some instances the videos were amazing but the music didn’t make the cut, and in other instances vice versa. Remember, we were looking for an original song that creates the perfect alchemy between music and visuals. And after much thought and deliberation, we have our final three. Song of Substance Fearless Music by Saphire Brown Directed by Harlan Hegna (United States) Song of Substance (a video that sends

MMOF-2016 Music Malt Online Fest - 2016 (MMOF)  - Oct 18, 2015 to October 18, 2016 We are looking forward to go on a sonic trip and feast our eyes at the same time! If you have a music video published on an internet portal, send it to Music Malt Online Fest. The best of the lot will receive a trophy, a certificate, and an attractive gift hamper. We will also share the winning videos on our website with a profile on the band/artist. There are three major prizes to be won - ❶  Song of Substance (a video that sends a strong social message) ❷  Creative Genius (as the name suggests, get creative) ❸  The Dream Weaver (the most funky wacko video, mostly animated stuff) Video submissions for Music Malt Online Fest starts on October 18, 2015 and ends on October 15, 2016. The results will be declared on October 18, 2016. Judges will take the final call. Powered by Eastern Fare, MMOF is an online music festival which will give a platform to the upcoming indie as well as established

Goa Rhythm and Blues Music Festival - 2015 Event: Goa Rhythm and Blues Music Festival When? October 30-31, 2015 Where? Taj Vivanta, Fort Aguada, Goa Tickets:  Adults: Rs 9000 | Goa Residents: Rs 7000 | Children (13-18 years): Rs 5000 | Children aged 12 and below: Free Entry ( Entry ticket is inclusive of entrance to the festival on both days, bar & soft drinks. For information on entry pass, contact Ms Dolly Malvai: dolly.malvai@genesis-foundation.net | +91 98112-68189. To block tickets, click here . ) Genesis Foundation recently announced the first edition of Goa Rhythm & Blues (#GoaRnB) music festival, their new fundraiser, to support the treatment of critically ill under-privileged children. The festival will be held at Taj Vivanta, Fort Aguada, Goa on October 30-31 (Friday and Saturday), 2015. The two-day excitement packed music festival will witness a very impressive line-up of eight (8) well-known bands and musicians perform for an enthusiastic audience from