The RubberBiscuit Project: Original Blues & Rock Performances
This is where my own songs come to life. From the debut EP to new riffs we are currently cooking up, this is where my original stories get the live treatment.
The official poster for the debut gig of The RubberBiscuit Project. This project is all about presenting my solo work and original blues rock material with a full live band.
The cover art for "Newly Strange Old Familiar," the debut EP from my indie rock band, Rubber Biscuit. I'm incredibly proud of this work and the collaboration that made it happen.
A video announcing the first-ever performance of The RubberBiscuit Project at The Raft, where we played new compositions and tracks from the EP.
A live practice video of my original song, "Mr. Pain," which we performed for the first time at our debut gig. It's always exciting to test out new material on a live audience.
A sneak peek of some new blues rock music I'm working on. This is the creative process in action, just me and my guitar exploring new ideas.
An EP preview of my instrumental track "Beck" from the "Newly Strange Old Familiar" EP. It’s a tribute to the legendary guitarist Jeff Beck.
A quick announcement that my EP, "Newly Strange Old Familiar," is back on all streaming sites. This video features a clip from one of the instrumental tracks.
Another clip from the track "Beck" off the EP. This project was a great opportunity to explore instrumental guitar work.
"I'm an old hand at feeling blue." A line from my original song "Girl Dancing," which is also on the "Newly Strange Old Familiar" EP.
Showing the bare bones of a new track I'm producing. This is how many of my songs start, with a simple riff and a vocal idea.
About The RubberBiscuit Project: Original Blues & Rock
This is my original music brought to life—from the bluesy riffs on 'Newly Strange Old Familiar' to tracks we are just starting to jam out. It is a different energy than a standard cover set; we are playing our own stories, and for a live audience, that means a raw, high-energy show that hits differently than your typical setlist. We are not just running through hits, we are testing new sounds and sharing exactly where our heads are at right now.
The RubberBiscuit Sound
When I put together The RubberBiscuit Project, I wanted a space that was not about reproducing classics but about exploring the blend of blues, rock, and indie soul. The setlist revolves around the material on my debut EP, Newly Strange Old Familiar, but it is always evolving. You will hear tracks like 'Mr. Pain' or 'Girl Dancing' presented with the full band—drums, bass, and keys—giving them a depth you cannot get in a solo acoustic setting.
Why This Works for Your Event
If you are tired of the same old pub setlists, this is an alternative. It is original music played with the experience of someone who has been on the scene for two decades. It works because it is genuine—my bandmates and I are constantly tweaking arrangements and finding new grooves. Whether it is an intimate venue or a stage that needs a bit more punch, we bring that raw, unpolished energy that only comes from playing music you actually wrote.
Technical Reality Check
Playing as a full quartet requires a bit of logistical support. We bring our own guitars, pedalboards, and cymbals, but we do need the venue to provide the drum kit shell, amplifiers, and the PA system. We usually need about 60 to 90 minutes for load-in and sound check to make sure the mix is right before we start. If you are looking for that specific blues-rock edge for your event in Bengaluru, let us chat about what it takes to make the room sound exactly the way it should.
Ananth Menon
I have been on this road for over twenty years, and RubberBiscuit is where I get to play the music I actually write, not just the covers people expect. My bandmates and I bring a mix of blues, rock, and indie soul to the stage, playing our own stories for the crowd.
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