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Arupjyoti Baruah (born August 1985) is a folk musician, singer-songwriter, composer, music producer, performer, folklorist, and activist. He is from Assam, a city in India. Actively working in the music industry since 2007, he is often recognized as the frontman of the pan-Indian folk-rock band, Cultivators, his ethnomusicological approach blends traditional folk elements, the voice of the ‘marginal’[1], and contemporary influences. His music finds home in web series, serials, theatres, and movies, the most notable one being 'Mon Chole Re'[2] from TVF Tripling. His signature song 'Manuhor Dam'[3] highlights social problems, human rights and the need for equality.
Music Style edit
He has explored across languages (Assamese, Bangla, Hindi), dialectical variations of Assamese and folk music of different ethnic communities (Rabha, Mishing, Bodo, Tiwa, etc). His genre expands to Ojapali, Borgeet, Goalpariya Lokogeet, Kamrupiya Lokogeet, Holigeet, Baul, Bihu, Biri naam, and contemporary songs. His music is highly inspired by the literature of Srimanta Shankardev, Jyoti Prasad Agarwala, Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha, and Bhupen Hazarika. Along with his band, he experiments with various instruments, including the dotara, ektara, khol, dhol, guitar, brass, khamak, bortaal, khutitaal, flute, ukulele, to create a unique sonic palette that captivates listeners. Baruah's unique approach involved infusing these traditional melodies with modern instrumentation and arrangements, attracting a new generation of listeners while preserving the authenticity of the original compositions.[4]
Works edit
His discography includes movies like Jajabor (2015), Shakira Ahibo Bokul Tolor Bihuloi (2017), Goru (2021), Onek Holo…Ebar Toh Moro (2017), Guwahati Diaries (2022), Emuthi Puthi (2022), Eklavya (2022), Black N White (2023), and popular web series TVF Tripling (2019).[5] His music album includes Kanchanjangha (2011).[6]
He has been a live performer in: Guwahati International Music Festival, Majuli Music Fest, Majuli Farmer’s Festival, Baghmora Winter Carnival, Dwijing Festival, Rongali Fest, Northeast Festival, Raining Sessions, ‘Geet’ Season 3, Golden Langur Festival, the ‘Chaya Cobi’ project (an initiative started by the singer Rupam Bhuyan), podcasts like Ojaantric[7][8] and in performances in various Universities and Colleges of Assam.
Social Project edit
Since 2016, the band “Cultivators” have annually presented performances on June 20 to commemorate 'Rabha Divas' and promote the ideals and works of Kalaguru Bishnu Prasad Rabha to a global audience, guided by the motto ‘from workplace to birthplace’ (karma bhumir pora janmabhumiloi[9]). Their performances at the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh, have showcased a diverse range of acts, including Sankardev’s compositions, Jyoti Sangeet, Rabha Sangeet, Bhupendra Sangeet, Bihu, and other folk items such as Baul and Bhatiali.
Baruah also started a social project (ongoing) named Gurumarg, where he explores human libraries, and arranges open events and workshops, documenting the circulation of Borgeet and the contemporary legacy of Shankardev amongst the youth.
He has also been a part of Byatikram Anti-Drugs, Tobacco and Liquor Awareness Campaign on the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
Awards and accolades edit
Baruah has been awarded with the following titles:
- Gupshup Music Awards 2017 (Best Band "Cultivators")
- Gupshup Music Awards 2018 (Best Music Video and Best Song- "Rokom Rokom"[10]
- Gupshup Music Awards 2018 (Best Band- "Mukhar Aaror Mukh"[11])
- Axom Sahitya Sabha 2019 (Best Music Director-Theatre)
- Dalmia Cement Udiyaman Bhryamoman 2019 (Best Music Director)[12]
- Prag Cine Awards 2019 (Best Singer-Male)
- Prag Cine Awards 2020 (Best Music Director, for the film Goru[13])
- Prag Cine Awards 2020 (Best Male Singer Playback)
- Prag Cine Awards 2021 (Best Male Singer, for "Adhorua Maya"[14])
- Sher Choudhury Award 2019 (Best Music Director in the short film BY PASS)[15]
- Nipon Goswami Award, 2022 (Best Singer)
Over the years, Baruah has performed extensively in concerts and cultural events in Assam. His contributions extend beyond his musical prowess. He is actively involved in initiatives aimed at preserving and documenting Assamese folk traditions for future generations. Baruah’s advocacy for cultural preservation has earned him recognition for raising awareness about the importance of safeguarding indigenous musical forms in a rapidly changing world.
References edit
- ^ TOI, The Times of India (6 April 2021). "Baruah song on power to choose right wows voters". The Times of India. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Tripling, TVF. "Mon Chole Re (Baul Rock Fusion)". Youtube. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Sessions, Raining. "Cultivator's Manuhor Dam, SEASON 1.4". Youtube. Retrieved 21 April 2024.
- ^ Desk, Sentinel Digital (3 November 2019). "In Conversation with Folk Activist and Singer Arupjyoti Baruah". Sentinel Assam. Retrieved 20 April 2024.
- ^ Baruah, Arupjyoti. "Music Department, Composer". IMDb. IMBD. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Baruah, Arupjyoti. "Kanchanjangha Album". Gaana. Shopolo Digital. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Assamese Podcast, Ojaantric. "Arupjyoti Baruah, Ep.117". Youtube. Oasis Motion Films. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Assamese Podcast, Ojaantric. "Arup Jyoti Baruah, Ep.30". Youtube. Oasis Motion Films. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Desk, Sentinel Digital (16 July 2023). "The Cultivators: Endeavour to establish Kalaguru on the international platform". Sentinel Assam.
- ^ Baruah, Arupjyoti. "ROKOM ROKOM". Youtube. Cultivators. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Baruah, Arupjyoti. "Mukhar Aaror Mukh". Youtube. Cultivators. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Dalmia, Cement. "Theatre personalities awarded at the third edition of Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited's Udyamaman Bhraymaman". Dalmia Cement. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Baruah, Arupjyoti. "GORU গৰু ধিক্কাৰ এই জীৱন". Youtube. Himanshu Prasad Das. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Baruah, Arupjyoti. "Adhoruwa Maya (Ekalavya)". Youtube. JN Music. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ Calling, Assam (11 March 2023). "8th Assam State Film Awards, 2023 Awardees for the year-2018 and 2019 - Assam Calling". Assam Calling. Retrieved 26 April 2024.