India’s nu metallic meets folks viral sensations Bloodywood have launched stomping new single Tadka, a mouth-watering tribute to Indian delicacies.
The band defined the inspirations behind the monitor in a press release launched with the only. “The phrase ‘Tadka’ is a cooking course of in Indian delicacies the place spices are heated in scorching oil or ghee to create a extra fragrant flavour,” the band write. “It is about going the additional mile within the pursuit of a better flavour.”
Mixing parts of nu metallic, folks and groove, Tadka is a sometimes large showcase of the distinctive sound that made Bloodywood a world metallic sensation. Alongside the only, the band additionally formally introduced their second album Nu Delhi can be launched on Fearless Information on March 21.
The band’s UK tour begins the next day in Birmingham. The band clarify that Tadka is one other means they’re going to be celebrating Indian tradition on their new album.
“The track highlights the multi-faceted chaos of Indian kitchens which can be tasked with completely executing centuries-old recipes each day in addition to the immense pleasure they bring about to most individuals,” they clarify. “It is a endless love story that connects a complete nation. From the fanciest fantastic eating eating places to the only roadside stall, everybody brings one thing magical to the desk, however the undisputed champion of the delicacies is the Indian family kitchen. If you fuse these recipes and methods with the love of an Indian household residence, the result’s unbeatable.”
Watch the video to Tadka beneath.
Talking to Hammer in 2024, Bloodywood defined that their new album was based mostly closely on their very own cultural backgrounds and their residence of New Delhi.
“We’re speaking quite a bit about residence,” vocalist Karan Katiyar defined. “Loads about the place we come from and the way issues are right here. There are issues that come up quite a bit after we communicate to individuals, they’re at all times interested by India and the way little they know in regards to the nation.”
Karan additionally admitted the band’s success had shocked them, however fuelled a few of the writing for the second album as they ready to play greater rooms than that they had skilled within the wake of their 2022 debut Rakshak.
“The tour has positively affected how the album is sounding,” Karan admitted. “We don’t write music with the attitude of taking part in to larger audiences – in truth, I feel it’s fairly the other! It’s a dangerous new sound we’re doing, going heavier and darker but additionally extra enjoyable, if you happen to can consider that. We’re to see how individuals will obtain it.”
The band have already launched two different singles from Nu Delhi – the title-track, which arrived in October 2024, and the Babymetal collaboration Bekhauf in December.
Bloodywood – Nu Delhi Tracklist
1. Halla Bol
2. Hutt
3. Dhadak
4. Bekhauf
5. Kismat
6. Daggebaaz
7. Tadka
8. Nu Delhi
Bloodywood UK Tour Dates March 2025
Mar 22 – O2 Institute, Birmingham
Mar 23 – SWG3 Galvanizers, Glasgow
Mar 25 – O2 Ritz, Manchester
Mar 26 – O2 Academy, Bristol
Mar 27 – O2 Discussion board Kentish City, London
