It’s an exciting week for Chennai, considering that one of the world’s best electronic acts, ‘Above and Beyond’, will be performing in the city for the first time! The trio comprising Jono Grant, Tony McGuinness, and Paavo Siljamäki, is a progressive trance group that has been steadily making their presence felt in several cities across the country — and Chennai is not going to be left behind.
Brought to the city by Submerge, the event will also see DJ and VJ Nikhil Chinapa, performing the opening act. Local DJs like Tap, Get Massive, Rudy, Prashanth, Ajmal and Alizee are also gearing up to perform that night.
Talking about the gig in town, Nikhil Chinapa shares, “This is the first time that ‘Above and Beyond’ is performing in Chennai and they’re some of the most loved artists in the world with a massive fan following. I’m really excited.” He goes on to say, “The trance community in Chennai has always been great and the audience appreciates this genre. I’ve also known a few DJs from the city for a while now. I’m performing in the city after a long time, and am looking forward to warming up the crowd before Above and Beyond takes the stage.”
One of Chennai’s local favourites, Prashanth, is also pumped up to be playing. He says, “I am really looking forward to this historical concert happening in our very own Chennai. I suggest that everyone come together to receive and support this massive act, as we as a city, are slightly lagging in concert scenes when compared to other cities. As far as my set is concerned, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to be opening for such legends. I am looking to set a solid vibe for them to take it forward. It’s going to be mellow progressive with lot of trance influenced tunes.”
(The concert will be held on March 10 at Confluence Banquets and Resort, Mahabalipuram)
