World music calls out to fans in Bengaluru

The Aristocrats

March 28, 8 pm onwards

GYLT, Hennur

Entry: ₹2,499 via Skillboxes.com, plus cover charge at the door

Progressive rock trio, The Aristocrats, have been regulars to India ever since they made their debut in the country in 2016. Guitarist Guthrie Govan (known for performing with the likes of Steven Wilson and Hans Zimmer), bassist Bryan Beller (with Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Dethklok), and drummer Marco Minnemann (whose on-stage touring duties have included Steven Wilson, Joe Satriani and Steve Hackett) are back this week as part of their ongoing Duck tour across the world.

Often among the most fun-loving, yet dexterous acts in the world, the rock/fusion band released their album Duck in early 2024 and are now in Asia as part of a globetrotting tour. The band said in an announcement about their Australia and Asia shows, “We can’t wait to bring our newest aristocratic creation to life for all our fans across the world, starting with shows in Australia and Japan in February and March 2025. Now, India has become the latest stop added to the tour, and we can’t wait to see you all at a show again soon!”

Bassist Beller added in his post on social media, “It’s a long way for our Duck to travel, and we’re looking forward to showing him around. Hope to see you there soon.”

Bombay Bandook

March 28, 8 pm onwards

Bira 91 Taproom, Koramangala

Entry: ₹699 via Skillboxes.com, plus ₹500 cover charge at the door

Mumbai-based fusion/alternative band Bombay Bandook are making their way to Bengaluru as part of a three-city run of shows between March and May. Performing at Bira 91 Taproom in Koramangala, Bombay Bandook’s tour is cheekily called the Finally Aa Rahe Hai Tour, in reference to their long-anticipated shows in cities outside of their hometown. “We’re coming to play a tod phod set at a Bira 91 Taproom near you,” the band said on a social media post.

Releasing a steady stream of singles ever since 2015, Bombay Bandook blend everything from prog to funk to jazz with Indian classical elements, best known for songs such as ‘Tilak’ and ‘Azad’. Most recently, in 2023, they released the single ‘Shaakhon Ke Patte’.

Trio Bobo Ft. Varijashree Venugopal

March 28 and 29, 9:30 pm onwards

Windmills, Whitefield

Entry: ₹1,695 (seating), ₹636 (standing), via windmills-india.com

On the back of releasing their new album Sensurround in 2019, Italian act Trio Bobo have been performing around the world. The act, featuring Christian Meyer (drums), Faso (bass), and Alessio Menconi (guitar) will now collaborate with vocalist-composer Varijashree Venugopal at Windmills across two nights of performances this weekend.

A description for the event says the trio “is renowned for its dynamic fusion of jazz, African rhythms, and progressive rock. With albums such as Pepper Games (2016) and Sensurround (2019), they have carved a unique sound that is both intricate and high-energy”. The 2019 album features acclaimed pianist Stefano Bollani and Venugopal, adding new dimensions to their already expansive musical landscape.

The event description adds, “Varijashree Venugopal, a prodigious Carnatic musician, seamlessly bridges Indian classical traditions with global contemporary music. Her remarkable vocal prowess and improvisational mastery make her a perfect collaborator for Trio Bobo’s adventurous soundscapes.”

Daniel Weber

March 29, 8 pm onwards

Bira 91 Taproom, Koramangala

Entry: ₹499 via Skillboxes.com, plus ₹500 cover charge at the door

Known for his work in the US with the band The Disparrows, rock artist Daniel Weber — who some may know as the partner of actor and model Sunny Leone — has gone solo in recent years and is now on his debut India tour this week. The Believe India Tour 2025 takes place after Weber has released his debut album Believe on March 18.

A description for the tour says, “Blending raw emotion with soulful energy, Daniel Weber Live is revolutionising the rock scene with a sound that fuses existential rock with gospel-inspired harmonies.” Songs such as ‘Lose Somebody’, ‘Memories’ and ‘Stay With Me’ largely explore the human experience and themes of perseverance, hard-earned success, and emotional resilience. He is joined by his backing band, The Mumbai Vocals, on a multi-city tour that stops by Bengaluru this week.