Music in the Nature, By the Nature, For the Nature | ETC (EETI:AADI) THE ETCETRAS | TEDxKanke

Introduction of the Band

• The musical show is about to start, featuring an amazing band called ETC (EETI:AADI) THE ETCETRAS, which is a fusion rock collective from Jharkhand (13s).
• The band's name, ETC, is an abbreviation that stands for "Etcetera," and they have also coined a phrase that incorporates their name with cultural references (27s).
• The band's lead member is Rahul, who is an architect and engineer, and is familiar with the culture and ecosystem of Jharkhand (55s).
• Rahul is introducing the band members, including himself, and welcoming everyone to the show (1m33s).

Band's Musical Style and Members

• The band's music is a fusion of different timelines and styles, featuring a mix of musicians from various backgrounds (1m43s).
• The band's name can be translated to different languages and dialects, reflecting their multicultural approach to music (1m57s).
• The band's music is a series of expressions that blend different styles and genres, including the traditional Chhau dance from Jharkhand (2m21s).
• The band members include Rohit Michael on vocals, who is known for his English vocals, and Doctor Kunal, who is a specialist in intensive care and sports medicine (2m45s).
• Another band member is Anand, who is known for his contemporary music style and has been part of groups like the Pritam Salem group (3m27s).
• The band's music features a mix of old and new styles, including traditional songs from indigenous languages and contemporary music from the 1980s (3m37s).
• Rohit is a mentor figure and has been performing with the group, and he is about to introduce the best, which is Ratan Deep, a classmate from school who is a musician, film maker, and film producer working from Jharkhand and has associations with film makers from Norway and Denmark (4m11s).
• Ratan Deep has been involved in some shooting and is part of the production, then there's Neeraj, the youngest member of the band, who is a talented individual (4m35s).
• Ajit Roda is another member who recently returned from FTII Pune and took a subtle break in between to study sound design (4m46s).
• The group also includes other members such as Matan, Rahu, and others, and they are about to be introduced by Dr. Kunal (5m14s).

Dr. Kunal's Story

• Dr. Kunal is a fan of heavy metal music and has a story of resilience, transformation, and how the power of passion can pull one through life's darkest moments (5m40s).
• Dr. Kunal started his journey with a very fragmented beginning, having a split childhood between grandparents and hostel life, and even ran away from home during college and school days (6m18s).
• He finally returned home due to his career and his father's dreams, as his father was a professor in the same medical college he attended, which led to a time of liberation and confinement (6m42s).
• Dr. Kunal's life was like a pressure cooker, battling frustration and eventually finding solace in music (7m10s).
• The individual was previously into substance abuse and drugs, but then found something that set them free from those chains (7m33s).
• They broke free from their own love and found magic within themselves (7m37s).

Tere Mere Saath Jo Hota

• The song "Tere Mere Saath Jo Hota" is played, with lyrics that describe how what happens to one person can happen to everyone, and how the world is full of contradictions, with both truth and lies, happiness and sorrow (8m6s).
• The song continues, with the lyrics describing how even in a world full of sleep, one can still find wakefulness, and how even in darkness, there can be light (8m26s).
• The individual reflects on how they used to wait for something to happen, but now they realize that everything is connected and that even the smallest action can have an impact (8m40s).

Ye Dil Walon

• The song "Ye Dil Walon" is played, with lyrics that describe the power of the heart and the importance of following one's emotions (9m19s).
• The individual sings about how they do not care about what others think of them, and how they are true to themselves, having given their heart to someone they love (10m3s).
• The song continues, with the lyrics describing how the individual will follow their heart, even if it means going against the norms (10m22s).

Audience Interaction and Inspiration

• The individual thanks the audience and hopes that they are inspired to find their own path and follow their hearts (12m14s).

Musical Influences and Journey

• The story continues, with the individual describing how they were influenced by Bollywood music while growing up, but then discovered a new kind of music through friends from the Northeast (12m30s).
• This new music was a kind of distorted sound, with distorted guitars, which resonated with the individual and started their journey towards rock and metal music (13m3s).
• However, the individual notes that their music is not just about being loud, but also about being aware of the environment and the impact of their actions (13m25s).

Aasha Aasha Aasha (Hope Hope Hope)

• The song being sung is by KK, a favorite singer, with the lyrics "Aasha Aasha Aasha" which translates to "Hope Hope Hope" in English, and it talks about having hope and making wishes come true (13m32s).
• The song's lyrics express the idea that with hope, one can overcome any obstacle and achieve their goals, with lines such as "Aasha har koshish mein ho" which means "Hope is in every effort" (14m19s).
• The song also talks about the importance of having hope in one's heart, with lines such as "Aashaayein dil ki" which means "Hopes of the heart" (16m13s).
• The song's message is one of positivity and encouragement, urging the listener to hold on to hope and never give up, with lines such as "Mushkil nahin kuch bhi nahin" which means "Nothing is impossible" (16m23s).
• The song's lyrics also express the idea of freedom and living life to the fullest, with lines such as "Udd jaye leke khushi" which means "Fly away with happiness" (15m54s).
• The song ends with a message of hope and positivity, with the repetition of the phrase "Aashaayein le dil ki" which means "Take hope in your heart" (17m36s).

Audience Applause and Appreciation

• The song is followed by applause and appreciation from the audience (19m7s).

You Know I Love You

• The next part of the performance features a different song, with the lyrics "You know I love you" and "You are beautiful" (20m19s).
• The song's message is one of love and appreciation, with the repetition of the phrase "I love you" (20m25s).

Final Applause and Appreciation

• The performance ends with applause and appreciation from the audience (20m46s).

Tuta Tuta Ek Parinda (A Broken Bird)

• The song "Tuta Tuta Ek Parinda" is being sung, with lyrics that describe a bird that has been broken but still manages to fly again, symbolizing resilience and hope in the face of adversity (23m15s).
• The song's lyrics also mention the idea that everything that happens is part of God's plan, and that one should not lose hope, as tomorrow will bring new opportunities (24m4s).
• The song continues to emphasize the importance of perseverance and faith, with the repetition of the phrase "Allah ke bande haste" which means "God's people laugh" or "God's people are happy" (24m14s).
• The lyrics also touch on the idea that one can learn to fly again even after being broken, and that one's own strength and resilience can help them overcome challenges (24m30s).
• The song's message is one of hope and optimism, encouraging listeners to hold on to their dreams and not give up, even in the face of adversity (25m13s).

Tuta Tuta Ek Parinda (Reprise)

• The song "Tuta Tuta Ek Parinda" is repeated, with the same message of resilience and hope (26m17s).

Closing Remarks and Gratitude

• The song ends with a message of gratitude and appreciation, with the repetition of the phrase "Thank you" (27m16s).