Ahead of his performance at the Homegrown Music Showcase on July 18 at The Humming Tree, Bengaluru, here's a look at three standout live sets by New Delhi-based artist Raj. Known for blending lo-fi hip-hop, jazz, neo-soul, house, and electronic music, Raj has become one of India's most compelling live performers.
Rajkanwar Sodhi, who performs under the moniker Raj, is part of a new generation of Indian independent musicians refusing to be confined by genre. Based in New Delhi, the guitarist, producer, and songwriter has built a distinctive sonic identity that moves effortlessly between lo-fi hip-hop, jazz, neo-soul, house, and electronic music.
Beyond his studio releases, Raj has earned a reputation as one of the most captivating live acts in India’s independent music circuit. His performances transform the intimate textures of his recordings into an immersive, genre-spanning experience. Whether performing solo or alongside collaborators, Raj’s sets are known for their warmth, musicality, and ability to draw audiences into a deeply transportive sonic world.
Over the years, he has appeared at some of the country’s most celebrated festivals and cultural events, including the NH7 Weekender, Magnetic Fields, Echoes of Earth, and Indian Art Fair, building a following through performances that are meditative and danceable.
Here are 3 performances you should watch before Raj's act at the Homegrown Music Showcase at The Humming Tree, Bengaluru on 18th July:
A 15 minute SP404 live performance in an intimate living room setting, this set, showcases his ability to seamlessly blend live guitar, electronic textures, and improvisational elements into a fluid sonic journey.
In this set, he demonstrates an impressive command over atmosphere, building immersive sonic landscapes through a seamless blend of live guitar, electronic production, jazz-inspired improvisation, and groove-driven rhythms.
What makes the Raj's performances are particularly compelling is Raj’s ability to create an intimate connection with listeners while simultaneously floating through the fields with expansive, cinematic soundscapes.
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