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 From left to right— Pai Sailesh (Drummer), Achyuth Jaigopal (Guitarist), Palee Francis (Keyboard), Ashwin Gopakumar (Vocalist) | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Kochi, Kerala, India |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Members |
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| Website | whenchaimettoast |
Introduction edit
When Chai Met Toast is a multilingual indie-folk alternative band[1] formed in Kochi in 2016. The band’s lineup comprises lead vocalist Ashwin Gopakumar, guitarist Achyuth Jaigopal, keyboardist Palee Francis, and drummer Pai Sailesh. The band is known for their happy and lighthearted music which they create in English and Hindi, sometimes featuring Tamil and Malayalam lyrics.
Having released two EPs and several singles, the band has been recognized as a rising artist in Spotify’s RADAR program. The video of their single Break Free was chosen as one of VH1 India’s top 50 hit videos. They have also developed the tracks for comedian Kenny Sebastian’s 2018 web series Die Trying.
When Chai Met Toast frequently performs at live events and music festivals in India, including Bacardi NH7 Weekender, SulaFest, OnePlus Music festival and Red Bull Tour Bus. In August 2021, their music was featured in the trailer of Farhan Akhtar’s upcoming Bollywood film Jee Le Zaraa[2].
Discography edit
| When Chai Met Toast discography | |
|---|---|
| Studio albums | 1 |
| Music videos | 3 |
| EPs | 2 |
| Singles | 3 |
| Nature Tapes | 3 |
- Singles
- EPs
- Albums
- When We Feel Young (2020)[7]
References edit
- ^ Prabhan, Pooja (2017-09-05). "'Chai'vinists and proud!". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 2021-10-19.
- ^ "From Shirley Setia to Ritviz... Independent music is scoring the charts amid the pandemic". Free Press Journal. Retrieved 2021-10-19.
- ^ KP, Gopika (2 August 2019). "With an ode to Kerala floods, 'When Chai Met Toast' says good morning to Malayalam". OnManorama. Retrieved 2021-09-19.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Anna Ben appears in When Chai Met Toast's new video". The New Indian Express. 8 October 2020. Retrieved 2021-09-19.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Dhar, Pooja (3 February 2020). "When Chai Met Toast: Best songs by this popular Indie-band from Kerala for your playlist". Republic World. Retrieved 2021-09-19.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Tagat, Anurag (2018-10-27). "When Chai Met Toast on their new album Believe, finding their footing — and a growing following". Firstpost. Retrieved 2021-09-19.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Akundi, Sweta (2020-09-23). "When Chai Met Toast's debut album will make you feel young". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2021-09-19.
External links edit
Category:Indian rock music groups Category:Indian folk music groups Category:Culture of Kochi