Rhythm of my life...

Rhythm

of

My Life…

Five years back, in 2003, when my dreams and my passion confused my destiny, I got the inspiration that I needed to go on…

It was a live concert by Indian Ocean at Pragati Maidan, Lal Chowk when I first saw him, Mr Amit Kilam, the drummer of the band. As mesmerized that I was, I truly believe till date that I have never had a more invigorating experience in my life yet. I can never forget the moment when the great singer Shubha Mudgal suddenly appeared from the audience in a row right before ours.

Watching Mr Amit Kilam gave a new direction to my thoughts. The beat that a drummer provided, gave me an inspiration to try my hands on the art. I went ahead and bought a second hand drum kit. I was always an active member of the music societies in my school and college. But having my own drum kit, this 'extra-curricular activity' became my passion. I started realizing how it created magic for me and pushed me to newer horizons.

I got in touch with several musicians and my guitarist friends and we started practicing together. Slowly our 'band' got recognition as we performed in various college festivals and fresher parties.

In 2005, I interacted with Amit sir in a school show. I had always taken inspiration from him and had always considered him as my mentor, and I still do. It might sound funny but I always considered him like my 'guru', just like Eklavya. I met him in Blue Bells School (in front of LSR), and it was the first personal interaction with him. He was casually juggling a basketball was at complete ease with himself. I was absolutely surprised to meet the humble man inside him and was definitely in awe. It was a pleasant surprise to know that he lived in the same area where we've been residing for the past few years. It definitely is a small world…
We often played the songs of Indian Ocean, especially 'Kandisa', 'Maa Rewa', 'Hille Re' and others. All of them are my personal favourites.

In2007, when again I attended the Indian Ocean concert in C.P., I realized how much the band and the drummer have inspired me. I look back and realize that hadn't it been for them, I would not even be a drummer.

If Mr. Amit Kilam had not inspired me, I would be a mundane and a lifeless body.

I thank him for the heights that we've reached today. We are working professionals who form the band and live our passions. Featured in NDTV India and performance in Times Youth festival has been our greatest victory, all thanks to that one ray of inspiration that drove me.

thanks Boss!

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