Artist description A unique blend of acoustic and electronic instruments from traditional guitars and keyboards to the Indian sitar and tabla. Largely improvisational, BombayRain evokes a higher state of consciousness. The name BombayRain comes from a place that has formed in the minds of these musicians that have never been to India.

Music Style Ambient Techno-Acoustic World

Musical Influences ALL MUSIC, including, but not limited to, Brian Eno, Ravi Shankar, the Beatles.

Similar Artists We sound like no other band on this planet.

Artist History Began in 1996 featuring sitar, cello, guitar and keyboards, the group evolved to a seven member band with the ability to create lush textures and dreamy soundscapes. "Music isn't about the gig anymore...it's about the music!"

Group Members Nick Young (sitar, bambo flute, vocals), Ryan Carbonara (guitar, keyboards, vocals), Eddie Young (cello, flute, tablas, udu, gong, chimes), Silvia Barden (vocals), Tony Green (acoustic & electric bass), Steve Barden (guitar, keyboards), Ed Brady (drums & percussion)

Instruments Sitar, Cello, Tabla, Guitars, Keyboards, Tabla, Bass, Percussion, Flutes, Vocals

Albums Bombay Rain (1996), Day Of Radiance (1998), Go In Peace (2000)

Press Reviews "A mystical Techno-Acoustic Band...a night with BombayRain is an exquisite sonic experience. Combining voice with the organic, natural wooden tones of acoustic Indian instruments and the exhilarating hyperspacial tones of electronic music. BombayRain reaches from India to Andromeda to create a transformative musical journey." - Borders Books

Location Long Beach, CA - USA

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