Music Collaborations and Theatre Soundscapes
Music is rarely a solo act. Whether I am scoring a play, sharing the stage with legendary bands, or jamming at festivals, it is all about the chemistry and the sound.
A great artist bio put together by Art & Culture Tribe. It covers my journey from being inspired by Eric Clapton to my work with various bands and my latest EP.
A poster for the Freedom Jam music festival, where my band Southern Discomfort performed at Skyye bar.
A poster for the Sunday Soul Sante, where my quartet had the incredible opportunity to open for the mighty Indian rock band, Indus Creed.
Another version of the Sunday Soul Sante poster, highlighting our performance alongside Indus Creed. It was a kickass weekend.
A duplicate of the Sunday Soul Sante poster. What a weekend that was, playing a solo set one day and a full covers set the next.
An announcement for the album release of "Gretel," a theatre production I collaborated on with Jagriti Theatre and Okapi, performing live music for the show.
A bit of fun vanity for a private festival I played at Nandi Hills with some good old boys from the music scene.
About Additional Work & Collaborations
When I work on theatre projects or collaborative festivals, the setup is rarely plug and play. We often need to discuss stage acoustics and specific technical requirements well in advance to ensure the nuance of the performance is not lost. If you are planning a unique event that needs a specific sonic atmosphere, let us chat about the technical constraints before we finalize anything.
Beyond my standard gig setups, I love getting into the weeds of collaborative projects. This is where music meets storytelling. Working with places like Jagriti Theatre to create original soundscapes for plays like 'Gretel' requires a completely different headspace than a typical pub gig. It is about precision, timing, and building an atmosphere that supports the narrative rather than leading it.
You might have caught me at festivals like Freedom Jam or opening for acts like Indus Creed at Jayamahal Palace. Those moments are special because the energy is unpredictable. Whether it is a full band tribute set or a complex theatrical performance, my goal remains the same: making sure the sound serves the moment.
I often work with musicians like Vedanth Bharadwaj, bringing in elements of Sufi, folk, and blues. If you have an event or a production that needs more than just a standard performance, maybe a custom sound design or a multi-artist collaboration, I am down to figure it out. It just requires a bit more planning than a typical set, so reach out early so we can sync on the vision and technical needs.
Ananth Menon
I am Ananth, and for me, music is a conversation. I have spent two decades playing everything from smoky blues bars to professional theatre stages, and I bring that same focus to every project I take on.
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