Echoes of Earth: Lineup of India’s Greenest Festival revealed

Echoes of Earth Indias greenest festival unveils the muchanticipated final music lineup set to captivate the audience at its debut edition in Goa Known for delivering unique live music experiences the festival is dedicated to celebrating sustainability and conservation through art music and culture taking place on the 2nd 3rd and 4th of February 2024 at Chopdem GoaWith its hyperlocal theme Ensemble of the Wild Echoes will highlight Indias richest biodiversity hotspot the Western Ghats focussing on the interconnectedness of flora fauna habitats and ecosystems Additionally the festival will collaborate with Goa Tourism Goa State Biodiversity Board WWFINDIA to celebrate and assist the efforts of local stakeholders in preserving the delicate biodiversity of the Western GhatsThe event will kick off with a cultural showcase featuring traditional Goan folk forms such as Ghode Modnimdasha unique blend of martial arts and horse dancemdashand Ghumot musical performances paying homage to the rich heritage of Goan cultureFor its firstever Goa edition a curated mix of international artists along with stellar local acts will be taking center stage The diverse lineup features the mesmerizing sounds of Satori Glassbeams Oden amp Fatzo O of Sundrop Garden Garden City Movement Space Dimension Controller Balkan Bump and more on the international front Adding to the mix are talented Indian and Goabased artists like Leaxan Freitas Merak Elbows Dualist Inquiry Discokid Vairaagi and Shantam amp Steffan Rooted in Goas music culture many of these artists either hail from the region or have played a pivotal role in shaping its vibrant musical heritage The curation of the music performances reflects a commitment to showcasing the live music acts intrinsic to Goan heritageSince its inception Echoes has collaborated with a diverse array of global visual and multimedia artists transforming urban scrap and waste into largerthanlife stages and captivating art installations A display of over 20 visually stunning art installations will be created by renowned artists such as the wellknown Herpetologist and artist Nirmal Kulkarni presenting the YellowLipped Sea Krait Chakoo contributing bamboo infrastructure throughout the venue and Yadhunandan showcasing Praying Mantis and Olive Ridley Turtles to name a fewWith 4 uniquely designed stagesmdash The Kraken and The Big Beak paying homage to the Giant Pacific Octopus and Great Indian Hornbill respectively by Siddhartha Kararwal The Ghost honouring the Horned Ghost Crab by Muzamil Shairffmdashwill be crafted from recycled junk media Additionally the introduction of the distinctive Jungle Bar stage designed within a jungle setting will bring an immersive and distinctive ambience to the musical performancesMindful consumption waste reduction and a celebration of local Goan cuisine culture will take centre stage while curating the food market for this yearrsquos edition of Echoes In addition to this a collective of 15 sustainable brands across fashion lifestyle and decor will be on display championing slow livingBesides its commitment to upcycling and recycling through circular design that uses 8037 recycled and upcycled materials for stages and installations Echoes of Earth is also on a mission to become a carbonneutral plasticfree zerowaste event in the coming years From implementing a robust waste management system to eliminating the use of singleuse plastic water bottles by installing free RO water filters we are championing sustainable practicesRoshan Netalkar Founder amp Festival Director of Echoes of Earth expressed his excitement about the musical lineup stating ldquoWe are eagerly looking forward to bringing Echoes of Earth to Goa in 2 weeks with the theme of lsquoEnsemble of the Wildrsquo Everything in this edition will bring alive the wildlife of the western ghats through Art Installations and information Set in a lush forest in Chopdem Morjim Echoes Goa will be a 3day experience so that people can engage with the experience beyond just the music and also enjoy all the stages and artists at their own pace We aim to align our festival with the essence of what Goa offers while introducing responsible celebration and environmental perspectives to enhance the overall experience for both audiences and Goa itself Lastly the music lineup has a diverse range of live performances balanced across the 3 days promising a rich and interesting weekendrdquoEchoes designed as a festivalforall is nestled in 100 acres of green landscapes of the Scenic Braham farms adding to the experience With a commitment to inclusivity it welcomes people of all ages and even furry friends creating a space where everyone can come together to celebrate responsibly and immerse themselves in experiential offerings of music art culture and foodFor a holistic experience the thoughtfully curated Greener Side Zone will offer educational sessions including workshops on butterflies bugs geckoes and mangroves Participants can also engage in activities such as music workshops face painting and a guided festival walkthroughEchoes of Earth invites music enthusiasts nature lovers and those who care about the preservation of our natural world to be part of this extraordinary celebration Join us for an immersive experience where the magic of music and the beauty of nature come together like never beforeThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever