Albatross (Nepali band)
Nepali rock band (1998–present)
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Albatross (Nepali: आल्बाट्रस) is a Nepali rock band from Kathmandu, Nepal. Formed in 1998 as a three-piece school band, Albatross has made a landmark in the Nepali music scene. It all began when a couple of guys joined hands together with their rusted guitars and other old instruments to transcend the sound of Nepali Alternative music, each of which has significantly influenced the music which the band creates. The band's fast tempos, signature chord progression and contemporary compositions has made them one of the pioneers of rock music in Nepal.[1][2][3]
Albatross | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Kathmandu, Nepal. |
| Genres | |
| Instruments | Guitar, Bass, Drums |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Members | |
| Website | albatross |
History
In 1998 three young musicians, still in school, got together and picked up old rusty instruments and started playing. The trio experimented with Nepali rock sounds and western alternative music which led to the development of a sound of their own. Currently, Albatross is a four-part band and the quartet have made their presence in Nepal and internationally and continue to influence aspiring Nepali rock musicians.[4][5]
Legacy and influence
'Albatross also has the distinction of being the only band from Nepal to play at the South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin. Their tours in the US and other countries are a testament to their reception by the worldwide rock community'.[6][7]
'Albatross is not only a legendary rock band from Nepal but has achieved worldwide success and notoriety'.[7]
The band is largely influenced by Corrosion of Conformity, Alice in Chains, Radiohead, Pantera, Incubus, Megadeth, Tool, Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, RATM, Porcupine Tree.[5]
Live concerts
Awards and nominations
Hits FM Music Awards 2021
- Best Rock Vocal Performance
- Best Rock/Pop Composition
- Record of the Year
- Best Performance by a Group or Duo with Vocals
- Best Performance By A Group or Duo With Vocals
- Best Rock Vocal Performance
Kantipur Radio Music Honors 2014[15]
- Band of the Year
Hits FM Music Awards 2012
- Best Performance By A Group or Duo with Vocals
- Best Rock Composition
Hits FM Music Awards 2007
- Best Song in Foreign Language
Discography
Official Albums
| Title | Songs | Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jo Jas Sanga Sambhandhit Cha (जो जससंग सम्बन्धित छ) |
|
7 July 2005 | |
| Atti Bhayo (अत्ति भयो) |
|
26 January 2011 | |
| Ma Ra Malai (म र मलाई) |
|
4 March 2014 | |
| Raat ko rani (रात को रानी) |
|
13 May 2023 |