![]() ![]() Parvyn is the heroine (often captured and in need of rescue) Shourov the ‘manly’ tiger-villain and Andy is the Captain (hero) – always up for saving maidens in distress, although the roles often move fluidly between them. Within their performances, each plays a character. The Melbourne based Bombay Royale is an 11-piece Australian band fronted by singers Parvyn Kaur Singh and Shourov Bhattacharya and is led by (Captain) Andy Williamson. Their latest album, and most easily available on the local market, packs in a ship’s worth of cultural references from gods to exotic locations and once again show cases the group’s phenomenal musicality in each song, jamming them with psychedelic fanfare and juxtaposition.īefore starting, though, a quick intro might be needed. Blending Bollywood and Lounge music with James Bond/ The Man From Uncle kitsch and an endless array of Indian legends, stories and romance heroes this The Bombay Royale tell unique stories of cultural diversity so wide it almost encircles the globe twice over. ![]() For those of you lucky enough to catch this multi-faceted band at WOMAD, Taranaki, a few years back, you’ll know what force they are on stage. ![]()
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