The 10th edition of Echoes of Earth is set to take place at the foothills of Nandi Hills on December 5 and 6 in Bengaluru.
At the heart of this edition is the theme ‘Arteries of Life’, a celebration of India’s river ecosystems and a reminder of the need to protect these vital lifelines. The theme unfolds through music, art and immersive experiences, bringing the story of India’s rivers into the heart of the festival.
Roshan Netalkar, founder and festival director of Echoes of Earth, said: “From the beginning, we believed India could create a music festival with global relevance and lasting cultural impact. We remained committed to that vision and built Echoes of Earth steadily, year after year, edition after edition. Reaching our 10th edition is a significant milestone. To see a festival born in India earn global recognition is immensely gratifying, but this achievement belongs to everyone who has been part of the journey: our audiences, artists, partners, media, and community whose belief and support have shaped Echoes over the years. This year, on a new canvas, Echoes enters its next chapter: larger in scale, richer in experience, and unmistakably true to its identity. The 10th edition celebrates everything that has brought us here while looking ahead to everything that lies beyond.”
The music lineup for the 10th edition
Music has always been at the heart of Echoes of Earth. For its 10th edition, there will be four uniquely designed stages that will bring together a multi-genre lineup from India and around the world, creating a constantly evolving soundscape built for discovery.
The international lineup brings together artists with distinctive sounds and stories. Washington D.C. duo Thievery Corporation, celebrating 30 years, makes its Asia debut at Echoes with a new album, blending dub, bossa nova, Indian classical influences and global sounds.
The Yussef Dayes Experience returns to Echoes, bringing its distinctive take on jazz, shaped by West African rhythms, Caribbean influences and UK grime. Hamburg based MEUTE makes its India debut, reimagining techno through live brass and percussion.
Parra for Cuva returns following his 2024 performance, weaving organic instrumentation and global textures into emotive electronic soundscapes. Thai multidisciplinary artist NOTEP brings together electronic music, traditional instruments and field recordings, rooted in environmental storytelling.
Lubiana draws from the kora and her African heritage, exploring themes of feminism, humanity and our relationship with nature. Manchester’s HENGE brings its cosmic world of space rock, performed by its quartet of extraterrestrial characters.
Celebrating a decade of their own, When Chai Met Toast marks the occasion with a special anniversary set, while Dutch producer Joris Voorn makes his Echoes debut with his signature style of blending house techno and melodic sounds.
The wider lineup features Weval, Arjun Vagale B2B Anyasa, Sweely, Hearthug, Fish56Octagon, Sound Therapy ft. Calm Chor, Life Enjoyer’s Club, Elvis Lobo, Ranjit Arapurakal, Curtain Blue, Monophonik, Ulloo, Tamil Jazz Collective, Hashbass, Film B2B Rafiki, Answer, Alboe, Tristan Bres, Sakré, Syeyl, Kandy Kuri B2B Bombie and Kamari, adding further layers to an eclectic weekend.
The invitation for the 10th edition is simple: come to discover. Find an artist you do not know, hear a sound you did not expect, or stumble upon a stage and stay longer than planned. Across the weekend, established names, emerging voices and unexpected musical encounters will come together to create a soundscape that rewards curiosity.
Art as a celebration of nature
At Echoes, art will continue to evoke emotion and deepen our connection with the natural world. Through ‘Arteries of Life’, artists will draw inspiration from India’s rivers and water ecosystems, transforming reclaimed and repurposed materials into creative expressions that invite audiences to experience nature through a different lens.
Echoes of Earth returns for its 10th edition this December in Bengaluru
