January 17, 2026: First India News Jaipur Music Stage presented a powerful line-up, featuring some of India’s most compelling voices from the independent music scene. Acclaimed rock band Parvaaz headlined the evening with their signature blend of progressive and psychedelic rock, infused with influences from folk and world music. Their latest studio album, Na Gul Na Gulistan, released in December 2025, had already topped global indie charts, reaffirming their position as one of the most influential contemporary bands in the country.
Joining them was singer-songwriter Raman Negi, whose solo work marks a bold artistic reinvention, following nearly two decades of shaping the indie music landscape in India. Known for his introspective lyricism and genre-transcending sound, Negi’s acclaimed albums Shakhsiyat (2022) and Chaltey Purzay (2024) continue to resonate with audiences nationwide. He is also the former frontman of one of India’s most influential indie bands, The Local Train.
The evening also featured Yugm, Jaipur’s own folk-fusion ensemble, whose socially conscious storytelling, powerful melodies, and modern arrangements have carved a distinct space for them within the independent music movement.
