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Thaikkudam Bridge
Thaikkudam Bridge in 2019
Thaikkudam Bridge in 2019
Background information
OriginKochi, Kerala, India
Genres
Years active2013–present
Labels
MembersFull list
Past members
Websitethaikkudambridge.com

Thaikkudam Bridge is a Kerala-based multi-genre music band, founded and formed in Kochi, Kerala by Govind Vasantha and Siddharth Menon in 2013. The band achieved its first commercial success through the musical show Music Mojo, which used to telecast on Kappa TV [1] where they released their own composition "Fish Rock", which became popular through social networking sites like YouTube and Facebook [2]. The band has won numerous awards, and has performed at over more than 600 shows and 25 countries as of 2024 [3].

History

The band was founded and formed by Siddharth Menon and Govind Vasantha in 2013. The band’s name, proposed by band member Piyush Kapoor (ex-member), is derived from a bridge located in their hometown of Kochi, Kerala [4]. Prior to forming Thaikkudam Bridge, the members had individual careers as solo artists. They formed as a band, beginning with performances in Music Mojo sessions in 2013 [5][6].

Band Members

The Band has 15 members consists of musicians from various parts of India who contribute their own style and influences to the ensemble.

Musicians [7]

Sound Engineers [8]

  • Amith Bal Kenath
  • Rajan K.S
  • Hemanth K

Former Members

Management

The band is managed exclusively by Wonderwall Media Pvt. Ltd., a creative entity based in Cochin [9]. The band’s management team includes Sujith Unnithan, and Lakshmi Venugopal [10].

Discography

Albums

Release Title Year No. Of Tracks
Navarasam 2015 9
Namah 2019 10

Singles

Release Title Year Featuring
Giddh 2023
Mazhaye 2022 Govind Vasantha
Hello 2021 (Tribe to A.R Rahman) 2021
Gokulam Kerala FC 2018
Saalaikal 2018
Inside My Head 2017 Marco Minnemann
Fish Rock 2013

Music Mojo performances

  • "Nostalgia"
  • "Nostalgia 2"
  • "Malayalam Medley"
  • "Ilayaraja Medley"
  • "Haq Allah"(Music Mojo Season 3)
  • "Jam"
  • "Aisa Koi"
  • "Rahman Medley"
  • "Beat it"
  • "Aerials"
  • "Thekkum Kooradiyathil"- remixed version of song from Ashwamedham
  • "Chekele"
  • "Appozhum"
  • "Godfather & Co"
  • "Neeraduvan"- remixed version of song from Nakhashathangal
  • "Nothing Else Matters"
  • "Khwaja"
  • "Inteha Roadhouse blues"
  • "Livin' La Vida Loca"
  • "Taarangal"
  • "Thenpandi cheemaiyile"
  • "Tribute for Johnson"
  • "Khel Mandala"

Concerts

Major Performances

Event Name Year City Ref
Mahindra Independence Rock Festival 2022 Mumbai [15]
Echoes of Earth 2023 Bangalore [16]
IIT Sarang 2024 Chennai [17]
Indiegaga Various Various [18]
Royal Enfield Rider Mania 2022 Goa [19]
South Side Stories 2023 Mumbai [20]
Summerfest 2019 Milwaukee [21]
Kasauli Rhythm and Blues Festival 2019 Kasauli [22]
Visakha Utsav 2018 Visakhapatnam [23]
Mojo Rising by Kappa TV 2018 Kochi [24]
Red Bull Tour Bus 2016 Chennai [25]
NH7 Weekender 2016 Pune [26]

Controversy

The 2022 Kannada movie Kantara has a track named Varaha Roopam, which garnered a lot of publicity and popularity for its compelling music, visuals, and folk fusion. Social media users started noticing and pointing out this track had a resemblance to the 2017 track Navarasam.

Critics have referred to the musical and thematic similarities of the two tracks. Members of the band took notice as well, to quote one of the band members:
"Initially, we were okay with it as some songs do have similarities at times. However, the comments, messages and calls didn’t stop. In fact, thousands of comments were deleted on Varaha Roopam’s video. We still gave it time, listened to it a number of times and made sure of the similarities." [27]

They filed a legal copyright lawsuit against the makers of Kannada Film ‘Kantara’, Hombale Films, on the allegations of plagiarism against the song "Varaha Roopam". The band’s management claimed that Varaha Roopam had infringed copyright laws by copying tracks from their debut album Navarasam [28]. Later, The Kozhikode District court passed an injunction order against Hombale Films based on a suit filed by the band leading to prohibiting from playing its song Varaha Roopam in theaters, and on OTT and digital platforms [29].

References

  1. ^ "Music Mojo: Thaikkudam Bridge". The Hindu. 2014-10-25. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  2. ^ Basu, Dyuti (2016-12-04). "Musicians on the bridge". The Asian Age. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  3. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge Official Website | #BeTheBridge". Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  4. ^ "Unity in diversity: How Cochin-based band Thaikkudam Bridge made it big". Hindustan Times. 2015-10-29. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  5. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge Discusses The Band, Origin of the Celebrated 'Fish Rock' And Everything Musical". News18. 2023-09-15. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  6. ^ Das, Brinda (2019-11-30). "Building bridges with genres". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  7. ^ "Profiles – Thaikkudam Bridge". Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  8. ^ "Know Your Artists-Thaikkudam Bridge". KushLosh - Media & More. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  9. ^ "Artists". Wonderwall. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  10. ^ "Profiles – Thaikkudam Bridge". Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  11. ^ "Autumn Muse 2014". festpav.com. Retrieved 7 November 2015.
  12. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge Live Concert in USA". Thaikkudam Bridge Live in Connecticut. Retrieved 2016-01-28.
  13. ^ "Takshashila '23 - A Cinematic Voyage on Instagram: "We are super thrilled to announce that we have the famous Indian band Thaikkudam Bridge all the way from God's own country for Takshashila 2023.Their electrifying performances are sure to make this year's cultural event unforgettable. So mark your calendars and get ready to rock with Thaikkudam bridge on 31st March 2023. This is an exclusive opportunity that you won't want to miss. We can't wait to see you all there! . . . . . . #takshashila #cittakshashila#chennaiinstituteoftechnology #takshashila23#acinematicvoyage #collegelife #event #celebration#cinema #thaikudambridge #musicband #musicalnight"". Instagram. Retrieved 2023-03-31.
  14. ^ "Takshashila '23 - A Cinematic Voyage on Instagram: "The makers of Fish rock, the Malayalam rock band that is taking over India by storm, here's Thaikkudam Bridge sharing some words about Takshashila. Prepare yourself for an amazing musical adventure where the lively sounds of the electric guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and vocals blend to produce an enchanting musical experience on March 31st, 2023. . . . . . . #takshashila #cittakshashila#chennaiinstituteoftechnology #takshashila23#acinematicvoyage#collegelife#event #thaikudambridge #musical #band #proshow #musicalperformance"". Instagram. Retrieved 2023-03-31.
  15. ^ Britto, Anurag Tagat and David (2022-11-07). "11 Top Moments from Mahindra Independence Rock". Rolling Stone India. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  16. ^ "Echoes of Earth 2023 to have performances by Sid Sriram, Tinariwen and Thaikkudam Bridge. Details inside". mirchi.in. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  17. ^ "IIT Madras Students to Celebrate 50 years of Saarang". pib.gov.in. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  18. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge". Indiegaga. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  19. ^ "Radio City Top Celebrity Interview: Movie Review | Web Series Review| Celebrity News". Radiocity. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  20. ^ "South Side Story". southsidestory.in. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  21. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge slays it at Summerfest". The Times of India. 2019-07-20. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  22. ^ Xalxo, Jessica (2019-04-02). "Thaikkudam Bridge, Maati Baani and more Set for Kasauli Rhythm and Blues Festival". Rolling Stone India. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  23. ^ Reporter, Staff (2018-12-28). "All set for Visakha Utsav today". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  24. ^ "Mojo Rising 2nd day: Cut-A-Vibe thrills music lovers". English Archives. 2018-02-11. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  25. ^ Service, Express News (2016-03-02). "Red Bull Tour Bus". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  26. ^ R, Shweta RaoTech Journalist Enterprise Tech Enthusiast Digs Indie music Shweta also helps out as a copy editor for; L. (2017-10-27). "Platforms like NH7 Can Play a Big Role in the Indian Rock Music Uprising : Thaikkudam Bridge - Roots and Leisure". rootsandleisure.com. Retrieved 2024-03-24. {{cite web}}: |first= has generic name (help)
  27. ^ https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/music/kantara-song-row-thaikkudam-bridge-frontman-speaks-up-101667203020289.html
  28. ^ Bureau, The Hindu (2022-10-25). "'Kantara' makers face allegations of plagiarism, Kerala band Thaikkudam Bridge to sue for copyright infringement". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-03-24. {{cite news}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  29. ^ "Kerala court prohibits use of Varaha Roopam in theatres, digital streaming platforms". The Indian Express. 2023-04-14. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
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