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Suryakant Sawhney started out as a filmmaking student in San Francisco and now is the lead singer and guitarist of Delhi-based Peter Cat Recording Co., which he started in 2013. He also performs under the name 'Lifafa.' While PCRC is known for its blend of jazz and indie rock, Lifafa dives deep into electronic music with elements of Indian folk and traditional sounds. His live performances are known for their energy and unique presentation and are one of a kind.
In this episode Vinamre and Lifafa discuss:
- PCRC gaining popularity in the US and what goes behind planning the tour
- His best/worst shows and performing at random venues in the early days
- His experience in Cambridge and LA and how different India is compared to other countries
- His relationship with people, especially his mom, and making an image hosting site at 16
- His views on the music industry and how music affects him
If you're a fan of PCRC or LIFAFA, then this episode is for you. Don't miss it.
Chapters:
0:00 - Rise in popularity of PCRC and doing sold-out shows
5:27 - How he wants to be perceived
9:51 - Doing shows in Delhi while starting out
16:37 - Getting funded by Sulabh Shauchalaya
23:32 - Performing at Hauz Khaas Social
30:09 - Vibe at his shows
35:53 - Dirty talks in Hindi
40:58 - His experience in Cambridge
50:37 - Visiting Berkeley
1:01:42 - Meeting different kinds of people in LA
1:11:24 - Getting ready for the tour
1:17:26 - Who are his friends
1:20:27 - His relationship with his mom
1:23:14 - Creating an image hosting site and making money at 16
1:34:22 - Virality as a concept
1:39:37 - What led him to leave India
1:46:57 - His relationship with instruments
1:53:22 - "Music industry is dead"
2:02:37 - What are his references to sound?
2:14:57 - Views on pro-psychedelics in the US
2:22:04 - Settling in Goa
2:33:54 - Different energies in Delhi vs. Mumbai
2:38:22 - Pollution in Delhi and better health alternatives
2:48:27 - How are his sets planned?
2:51:27 - Does music help him?
3:14:27 - Conclusion
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Suryakant Sawhney started out as a filmmaking student in San Francisco and now is the lead singer and guitarist of Delhi-based Peter Cat Recording Co., which he started in 2013. He also performs under the name 'Lifafa.' While PCRC is known for its blend of jazz and indie rock, Lifafa dives deep into electronic music with elements of Indian folk and traditional sounds. His live performances are known for their energy and unique presentation and are one of a kind.
In this episode Vinamre and Lifafa discuss:
- PCRC gaining popularity in the US and what goes behind planning the tour
- His best/worst shows and performing at random venues in the early days
- His experience in Cambridge and LA and how different India is compared to other countries
- His relationship with people, especially his mom, and making an image hosting site at 16
- His views on the music industry and how music affects him
If you're a fan of PCRC or LIFAFA, then this episode is for you. Don't miss it.
Chapters:
0:00 - Rise in popularity of PCRC and doing sold-out shows
5:27 - How he wants to be perceived
9:51 - Doing shows in Delhi while starting out
16:37 - Getting funded by Sulabh Shauchalaya
23:32 - Performing at Hauz Khaas Social
30:09 - Vibe at his shows
35:53 - Dirty talks in Hindi
40:58 - His experience in Cambridge
50:37 - Visiting Berkeley
1:01:42 - Meeting different kinds of people in LA
1:11:24 - Getting ready for the tour
1:17:26 - Who are his friends
1:20:27 - His relationship with his mom
1:23:14 - Creating an image hosting site and making money at 16
1:34:22 - Virality as a concept
1:39:37 - What led him to leave India
1:46:57 - His relationship with instruments
1:53:22 - "Music industry is dead"
2:02:37 - What are his references to sound?
2:14:57 - Views on pro-psychedelics in the US
2:22:04 - Settling in Goa
2:33:54 - Different energies in Delhi vs. Mumbai
2:38:22 - Pollution in Delhi and better health alternatives
2:48:27 - How are his sets planned?
2:51:27 - Does music help him?
3:14:27 - Conclusion
====================================================================
This is the official channel for Dostcast, a podcast by Vinamre Kasanaa.
Connect with me
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinamre-kasanaa-b8524496/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinamrekasanaa/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/VinamreKasanaa
Dostcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dostcast/
Dostcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dostcast
Dostcast on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557567524054
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Contact Us
For business inquiries: [email protected]
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