Wednesday, March 26, 2014

‘Idea Rocks India Concludes auditions in Bangalore

‘Idea Rocks India Concludes auditions in Bangalore
One of the biggest and most popular annual music Concert cum Talent Hunt - ‘Idea Rocks India (IRI) – Season 6’, concluded their auditions in the city of Bangalore. The auditions at Bangalore witnessed over 57 participants in three categories of Solo Vocalists, Duo Vocalists, and Instrumentalists. One winner from these 5 finalists will get an opportunity of a lifetime to perform with music superstar Mika.

The 5 finalists from Bangalore are - Inderjeet, Abhishek, Einstien, Vasundhara and Archana. These finalists will come together to showcase their talents at the Idea Rocks India Mini Concert on March 28th at Garuda Mall, Magrath Road, Bangalore.

Speaking about the initiative, use quote – Mika said, “It feels great to be back with Idea Rocks India again this year. Idea Rocks India has given me a platform to connect with my fans and identify and groom the untapped, young musical talent across India. The overwhelming response that I received at my concerts last year has encouraged me to stay associated with this platform and I assure my audiences of more thrilling and invigorated performances at Idea Rocks India concerts this year.”

Music sensation Mika performed on the IRI stage last year, whereas the diva Sunidhi Chauhan was part of an earlier edition of the property. The IRI Season 6 stage will witness the return of these two stars, along with South Indian music sensation, Karthik.

All the entries received for IRI Talent Hunt were screened by a team of 4 judges with extensive music knowledge and experience, who then shortlisted 57 candidates in Bangalore. These were further screened to the Top 5 finalists by a panel of local music academicians and popular music personalities. These 5 finalists will now be groomed and prepared for the final round. The winner will be selected by IRI – 2014 music stars and the winner will get a chance to perform with Mika.

Music superstar Mika will select the final contestant of IRI – Bangalore and felicitate the winner at Supernova Arena and Convention Centre on March 30th, 2014. The winner will also get an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform with the music superstar in front of a packed house.
Mr. Siva Ganapathi - Chief Operating Officer – Karnataka, Idea Cellular, said, “Idea has always promoted young talent in Bangalore and it gives me immense pleasure to announce the finalists of Idea Rocks India in Bangalore. It is heartening to witness the extent of talent that the city holds. I hope that Idea Rocks India will prove to be a platform for these finalists in realizing bigger dreams and shine brightly on the stage with Mika in Idea Rocks India Mega Concert”
The 6th edition of ‘Idea Rocks India (IRI)’ will cover 17 Indian cities with singing superstars Mika, Sunidhi Chauhan and Karthik who are set to mesmerize audiences with their stellar performances. Idea will also give a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to 17 music aspirants to perform alongside the music stars and exhibit their talent amidst thousands of people.

Conceptualized in 2005, Idea Rocks India is now in its 6th edition and is aimed at identifying a combination of ideal voice, performance and X factor across India.

For more on the talent hunt, schedule of concerts, availability of passes etc. please log on to www.idearocksindia.com