--- title: "Acoustic & Soulful Live Music for Events | Ananth Menon" description: "Book Ananth Menon for acoustic and soulful live music. From folk and blues to Sufi fusion, get authentic storytelling and live performances for your next event in Bangalore and Hyderabad." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ananth.menon/live-music-performance/acoustic-soulful-folk-blues-fusion last_updated: 2025-09-08 --- # Acoustic & Soulful Live Music for Intimate Events Tribe Verified · Two decades of live performance experience. By [Ananth Menon](https://mytribe.in/ananth.menon) · Performs across Bengaluru & Hyderabad · ₹30K Per Performance (90 - 120 Mins) (estimate) Part of [Live Music Performance](https://mytribe.in/ananth.menon/live-music-performance). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ananth.menon/live-music-performance/gallery) From solo acoustic sets and folk storytelling to deep-dive Sufi-blues fusion, I bring music that connects. Let's make your next event feel real. ## Photos and videos - ![A poster from our "Old Friends" tribute to Simon & Garfunkel. These shows are a nostalgic journey through some of the best folk music ever written.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/05066e53-f921-4d87-99e0-76e7f5f8b295) - ![A beautiful napkin sketch done by an audience member at our Simon & Garfunkel tribute in Hyderabad. It's moments like these that make live music so special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/31680117-777f-4d7d-b3d1-4275a05667f6) - ![Another poster for the "Old Friends" show, highlighting the duo performance with Vedanth Bharadwaj. We love bringing these classic harmonies to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/382c4f0b-0350-45c4-8e89-94103dbc1196) - ![This graphic lists some of the quintessential Simon & Garfunkel hits we perform, like "Sound Of Silence" and "Bridge Over Troubled Water."](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3c730613-78cc-485f-a682-e35593497e97) - ![Another amazing sketch from an audience member at our S&G tribute show. The gratitude I feel for the people who come to our concerts is immense.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3eb73042-5372-4cb0-b513-f29a35fe2574) - ![A poster for our Simon & Garfunkel tribute, presented by Okapi Entertainment. These collaborations help us bring our music to more people.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52e8040f-ca35-43e4-a26d-0a2d3e2163fa) - ![A duplicate of the lovely napkin sketch. It really captured the essence of our duo performance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7db7d77f-88fd-4b4d-bc0f-62c831737f6c) - ![A duplicate of the "Old Friends" tribute poster.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/baf1aa59-709f-4293-ad57-56fdd6d67190) - ![A duplicate of the live performance shot with Vedanth Bharadwaj. The blue tint gives it a cool, moody vibe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c804d5f2-f13a-4d25-b89f-cfd54345a9c0) - ![A poster announcing our Simon & Garfunkel tribute in Hyderabad, an afternoon gig for a different kind of vibe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e5267620-ffcd-4d90-90e5-439fb9489e1c) - ![A duplicate of the beautiful audience sketch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ece4befe-2466-407a-bfa7-b0ca0a6a4566) - ![A duplicate of the poster listing the classic S&G songs we play.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f766bf1c-d631-426d-b778-33f6d1030125) - [Video: A snippet of the Bob Dylan gem "Jokerman" that I performed for a Dylan and The Dead tribute night. His songwriting is a huge inspiration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2f3058ff-190e-4711-b579-c64511b70c9b) - [Video: Getting the harmonica out for a Dylan and the Dead tribute night. You can't do a proper Dylan set without it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/35155386-9411-46a6-b311-29018d57dc26) - ![The poster for the "Dylan and the Dead" tribute night at Fandom. I was stoked to do a solo all-Dylan set for this event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4af7f415-91c7-4871-9b29-72f893909e80) - [Video: A home recording of me practicing Bob Dylan's "Mr. Tambourine Man," complete with guitar and harmonica. This is a classic I love to play.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/62afd76e-b917-4b49-aa9e-4edaf6616b0d) - [Video: Practicing "The Times They Are a-Changing" for the Dylan and the Dead tribute. A song that is, and always will be, relevant.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dded5e33-c239-4c65-9aa7-fbba3b4a5738) - [Video: A clip of Bindhu Malini singing "Nach Re," one of our favorite songs from the 'Oorga' project, where we blend different musical traditions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a98aaea3-2395-4888-b1bc-b0f775b00969) - ![A mandatory pre-gig selfie with my 'Oorga' collaborators, Vedanth Bharadwaj and Bindhumalini Narayanswamy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d7d87bd7-52cd-4101-813f-6588bb88fdd5) - [Video: Practicing Stephen Stills' "4 and 20" for a private gig at a brewery. This is the kind of intimate, solo acoustic performance perfect for smaller venues.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/23fba2b2-bf13-4ae5-be8c-305fdb30207a) - [Video: A poster for the International Blues Day Gala where I performed a solo blues set. It's an honor to share the stage with other great blues artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3cd46693-8d48-4b08-bd5c-3059254de9d9) - [Video: A clip of me playing a classic blues tune for the International Blues Day celebration. Just me, my guitar, and the blues.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/562aedd7-1dd4-4bbe-ac9b-c33de467bd1b) - [Video: A snippet from my solo set for the International Blues Day show, playing a Big Bill Broonzy tune. It's important to me to honor the roots of the music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9485f15b-6b19-44b0-a5c3-500e91655b99) - ![The lineup for a "Homemade Sessions" event. I was stoked to be part of this lineup of excellent singer-songwriters.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/32bfb8fe-05f7-4abb-b7fc-b87d1b62caa6) - ![The poster for another Homemade Sessions episode, a great local initiative supporting the independent music scene in Bangalore.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/33b6ebde-5df7-4b65-b2a3-a9ce5a18e761) - ![A personalized graphic for my set at Homemade Sessions. These events have a wonderful, community-focused vibe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4c9bfe17-2f10-42ea-9d26-3b8611f0887d) - ![A duplicate of the Homemade Sessions lineup poster.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7dee7ef7-0616-4608-ae4e-c65c7e8a1414) - ![A duplicate of my artist feature for the Homemade Sessions event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e80d941e-102f-4465-a52b-5353f2d67080) ## About Acoustic & Soulful: Folk, Blues & Fusion When you're booking an acoustic act, sound balance is everything. For house concerts or venues with more than 30 guests, I always recommend a solid PA setup so the vocals and guitar don't get lost in the room's noise. I bring my own gear for smaller, intimate spaces, but for larger gatherings, let's chat about your venue’s acoustics so I can make sure the music hits just right. Live music isn't just about playing songs; it's about the energy in the room. Whether you want the storytelling of a Dylan tribute, the harmonies of a Simon & Garfunkel set, or the unexpected blend of Kabir poetry and delta blues with my 'Oorga' project, my goal is to create a moment that sticks. ### Why Choose an Acoustic Set? I’ve spent two decades playing everything from stadium-sized stages to living room corners. The acoustic setup is my favorite because there’s nowhere to hide—it’s just the guitar, the harmonica, and the stories. It works perfectly for: - House parties where you want the music to be part of the conversation, not a distraction. - Café gigs or gallery openings that need a soulful, laid-back atmosphere. - Themed tribute nights where the focus is on the nostalgia of the classics. ### What You Get My sets are flexible. If it's a solo acoustic performance, it’s raw and personal. If we’re doing a duo or a full band setup, we bring in those layers of vocal harmonies and rhythm that define the folk and rock legends I grew up with. With 'Oorga,' we push into more experimental territory, mixing Sufi poetry with blues rhythms—it's a massive favorite for people who want something different. ### Logistics & Planning I perform across Bangalore and Hyderabad. My rates include travel within the city. For technical requirements, I have a clear breakdown depending on the setup (Solo vs. Quartet). Once we confirm the booking, I’ll coordinate directly with your venue contact to handle the sound check and equipment logistics, so you don't have to worry about the technical side on the day of the event. ## About Ananth Menon I'm Ananth. I've spent over twenty years chasing the high of a live gig, whether it's blues in a small club or folk songs in a living room. If you want music that actually connects with people rather than just background noise, I'm your guy. 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