Abiogenesis Brief Profile:

Abiogenesis is a multi-genre act with speciality in folk-fusion that hails from Nagaland, India. They create Indigenous and tribal sound in the most modern way making it exotic and beautiful to listen, a sound never heard before. Each and every song or music has a meaning and Arenla, the front lady with a powerful voice narrates and explains the untold stories of Nagaland. It is not only entertaining but also a learning experience. They have: Evolved Howeymusic - Fusion of Naga and other Indian folk with various forms of music. Invented a new wind musical instrument called Bamhum, now it’s the leading instrument of the band and recently innovated a new bamboo percussion called Tikzik. Has Performed in 5 countries: Thailand, India, Russia, Bhutan & Myanmar including an exclusive performance for Bhutan’s Royal family on 15th August 11 and to 160 Consul Generals at the Raj Bhawan, Mumbai on 16th November 2011.
Abiogenesis is empanelled by Indian Council For Cultural Relations (ICCR), Ministry of External Affairs, Govt of India 1.Abiogenesis album ‘Legacy of the Mountains’ was nominated in the Best Album category in Global Indian Music Awards (GIMA) 2014 2. Wake Up Call Nominated in the Best Genre Bender song In VIMA India Awards 2014 in Malaysia 3.Arenla, the vocalist of Abiogenesis was nominated for the Best Female Vocals category in the 6th Jack Daniels Awards. 4.Abiogenesis is nominated in Artist Aloud Music Awards for the best Alternative band and their song Return of the Son for the best Alternative song 2012 5.Abiogenesis album ‘Aeon Spell’ released by Saregama in 2007 was listed for Nominations in the 50th Grammy Awards in the Best Contemporary World Music album of the Year. Band members : 1. Arenla – Vocals / Lead Bamhum/ Tikzik. 2. Moa - Bamhum / Guitar / Harmonica/Tikzik.
3. Kora - Bass
4.. Aso - Drums/ Percussions/Tikzik.
Address: Abiogenesis, Mamias Bliss, 6,Angami Khel, Nuton Bosti, Dimapur-797113, Nagaland, India Moa: 0091 9436003009 abiogenesis@rediffmail.com Music: https://soundcloud.com/abiogenesis
Website: www.abiogenesis.altpro.net
Few Press Links: http://www.theshillongtimes.com/2012/06/29/abiogenesis-enthralls-world-music-day-in-goa/ http://www.assamtimes.org/node/5163 http://archive.tehelka.com/story_main41.asp?filename=hub070309firstlookmusic.asp http://www.nagalandpost.com/ChannelNews/Infotainment/InfotainmentNews.aspx?news=TkVXUzEwMDA0NDc5Mg%3D%3D-tKl0zrKvuJ8%3D