Mumbai-based fusion rock band, InRegalia has released its début single titled ‘Was it a Dream’. The single is a dreamy, soft rock ballad with doses of Indian fusion music in it reminiscent of Indus Creed and Euphoria in the 90’s. An intelligently crafted composition, the single incorporates aalaaps and simple Carnatic lines woven around a great melody.
Speaking on behalf of the band, guitarist Vijay Fernandes said, “InRegalia signifies an amalgamation of styles given our diverse musical backgrounds. Collectively we’ve played genres from classic and alternative rock to funk, soul and fusion music while growing up. Add to that the influence of Indian music and it is quite clear that each of our songs has some ethnic feel to it.”
InRegalia has played the local club circuit scene of Mumbai and Pune in the last year and the music has been well received by their fans. “In this era of Internet revolution, we believe in putting in focused efforts in each of our songs. As an independent artist, we want our songs to be as memorable as possible and hence the decision to release singles and not an album or an EP”, said Fernandes. The band plans on releasing more singles in the coming months.
InRegalia was formed in late 2010, with the idea of bringing together a group of like-minded musicians who wanted to take a slightly different view to music, bringing the best of genres together and adding a touch of Indian-ness to it. This might be found in a guitar riff or solo, a bass line, powerful vocals, or a groove from the drummer which sets the tone for a song. The members now place the band’s genre as Fusion Rock. Think of AC-DC meets Euphoria.
InRegalia’s début single ‘Was it a Dream‘ is available in India on iTunes and Songdew.
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