A feminine concert-goer at hip-hop artist Russ’s Mumbai present in 2022. Picture: Courtesy of Avrik Dwell
The upcoming debut version of techno-focused music competition Eden of Sounds is bringing over 65 artists on stage throughout three days at Palm Bliss Riverside Resort & Spa in Parvati Valley, Himachal Pradesh to mark the brand new 12 months, however they’re additionally introducing a brand new space – a lounge space particularly for ladies festival-goers.
Teaming up with techno neighborhood SheLikesTechno, the competition – which runs from Dec. 29 to Dec. 31, 2024 – may have a women-only lounge that has a separate bar, a “leisure zone” with foot reflexology and head massages, a thrift store, plus merch counter. The lounge additionally guarantees “Girls Necessities” that features complimentary sanitary merchandise, heaters and corporations providing all the things from artisanal candles to face artwork and tattoos.
The SheLikesTechno competition move for females is at present priced at ₹6,999, possible an incentivized fare in comparison with the present part three normal competition move, which is priced at ₹9,999. A pair move for all three days of Eden of Sounds, nevertheless, is priced at ₹12,999.
Whereas security of ladies – and most of the people, no matter gender – has typically been neglected or not practically given sufficient consideration by big-ticket music festivals in India, a separate part for ladies has been adopted by different nations, like Soundstorm competition in Riyadh. Whether or not attendees absolutely make the most of these sections stays to be seen.
SheLikesTechno founder Aparajita Misra says in an announcement, “This partnership with Eden of Sounds is about making a cultural shift in how festivals can empower and rejoice ladies. Collectively, we’re providing an area that’s not solely secure however deeply inspiring for ladies to discover and revel in digital music with out limits.”
Eden of Sounds organizers Techno Takeover India added in a collective assertion, “Our mission has at all times been to create experiences that transcend music—the place connection, nature, and neighborhood thrive. Partnering with SheLikesTechno for the women-only lounge is a step towards making ladies really feel secure, valued, and celebrated at our occasions. At TTI, we’re dedicated to creating inclusive areas constructed on belief and shared pleasure. This New Yr’s celebration marks a significant step towards a safer, extra related neighborhood.”
Held throughout three days and two phases, Eden of Sounds brings in DJ-producers reminiscent of Miami-based Stan Kolev, Spain-origin Linear System, Germany’s Jonas Saalbach, Indian veteran Ash Roy, Los Angeles/Tel Aviv duo Silver Panda, Germany-based Paji, Avantika, Sao Paulo-origin Black Hertz and extra.
