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  • Supernova Star Search to drop the mic with India’s boldest indie music talent hunt yet

    Supernova Star Search to drop the mic with India’s boldest indie music talent hunt yet

    MUMBAI: India’s indie music scene just got a power chord to the chest. Grammy voting member Bobby “Beebob” Baskaran and music composer Richard Dudley are cranking the volume with Supernova Star Search – a high-octane national competition set to find and launch the country’s next big independent music sensations.

    This isn’t your average singing contest with weepy judges and sob stories. Supernova comes loaded with a Rs 1 crore prize pool, immersive XR tech from the eyeora platform, celebrity mentors, and a roadmap to stardom. The south India edition kicks off in May 2025, with western and northern India following suit through the year.

    The semi-finals and finals? Think stadium energy with industry firepower.

    “Supernova is more than a competition—it’s a platform for India’s hidden talent to explode into stardom,” said Moksha 360 co-founder Richard Andrew. “We’re building an ecosystem where artists are given the tools and mentorship to grow on both national and global stages.”

    With Bobby Baskaran’s Moksha legacy and Grammy-tier cred, and Dudley’s production prowess, the duo have built Supernova under the Moksha 360 banner—an ambitious venture geared towards reshaping India’s indie music industry. The plan? Put creators first and make viral fame sustainable.

    The structure of the competition pulls no punches:

    . A total prize pool of Rs 1 crore including cash, music production, video shoots, and national PR

    . Auditions hosted on eyeora XR, with public voting keeping it spicy

    . Live semi-finals and finals with celeb judges and seasoned industry mentors

    . Artist development contracts under Moksha 360 with full-spectrum management, audio and video production, and global visibility

    “As a lifelong musician and mentor, I know the struggles independent artists face. Supernova Star Search is our answer-a bold, creative, and tech-driven space for raw talent to thrive,” said Beebob.

    Backing the initiative are heavy-hitting partners: Alliance Française as venue host, Total Productions managing event logistics, and Radio Indigo amplifying the buzz.

    The organisers promise an indie revolution. They’re here to launch careers, spark trends, and possibly melt a few amps along the way.

    If you’ve got the pipes, lyrics or loops that deserve a national stage, Supernova might just be your launchpad. If not, grab the popcorn-this is going to be a show.

     

  • Moksha hits a high note with 360° spin on indie music revolution

    Moksha hits a high note with 360° spin on indie music revolution

    MUMBAI: From side hustle to centre stage India’s indie artists just got their encore. In a power-packed duet of vision and grit, Bobby Baskaran, Grammy voting member, global CMO, and co-founder of legendary rock band Moksha has teamed up with serial entrepreneur Richard Dudley to launch Moksha 360, a full-spectrum ecosystem designed to rewrite the rules of the independent music industry.

    This isn’t your typical music label reboot. Moksha 360 blends artist-first values with next-gen tech, offering a 360° solution that spans live concert promotion, artist management, and an XR/AI-powered content platform. Think of it as a backstage pass to creative control, brand-building, and global exposure without the fine print.

    Speaking about Moksha 360 Richard Dudley says, This isn’t just a business, it’s a response to years of watching talented artists struggle to find a way forward. Moksha 360 is designed to change that. We’re building an ecosystem where creativity meets opportunity, and where indie artists can finally access the infrastructure they deserve, without losing who they are.

    Speaking about Moksha 360 Bobby ‘Beebob’ Baskaran says, “For too long, independent artists have been told to treat their passion like a side hustle. Moksha 360 is about changing that narrative – proving that creative and financial success can coexist. We’re building a legacy that empowers artists to own their voice, build their brand, and navigate the music industry with confidence, both in India and on the global stage.”

    The trio of pillars propping up Moksha 360 reads like a wishlist for any unsigned artist. First, live concert promotion goes beyond the usual dive-bar circuit, curating everything from intimate showcases to large-scale global gigs. Then there’s Artist Management & Label Services, handling the heavy lifting from music production and PR to distribution, marketing, and long-term career strategy. Finally, the XR/AI Content Platform harnesses cutting-edge technology to boost discoverability, deepen fan engagement, and unlock digital monetisation, giving artists not just a voice, but a viable business model.

    The concept isn’t just future-forward, it’s already on the world stage. In February 2025, Baskaran and Dudley took Moksha 360 to the 67th Grammy Awards in LA, where they entered strategic talks with potential collaborators and content partners, placing India’s indie scene firmly in the global spotlight.

    By bridging artistry with opportunity, Moksha 360 aims to be more than a platform, it wants to be a movement. One where indie artists can plug in, turn up, and finally be heard on their own terms, and at full volume.