Partynepal’s big and wild Grind III
After a six-year hiatus, the third edition of Partynepal’s flagship event, “The Grind” is slated this year for September 14-15 at the Tiger Palace Resort, Bhairahawa. Partynepal Outdoors announced this at a press meet at Octave Kathmandu on August 7.
Dubbed the “biggest pool party in Nepal,” the previous editions of The Grind were organized in 2011 and 2012 at Riverside Springs Resort, Kurintar. “Both the events were sold out and for the third edition, we plan to make the event bigger and better,” Shree Gurung, the Managing Director of Partynepal said.
The Grind III aims to promote internal tourism in the country. Three chartered flights will carry the party crowd from Tribhuvan International Airport to Gautam Buddha Airport, Bhairahawa and then to the five-star luxury resort with the largest swimming pool in Nepal. The event will feature prominent Nepali DJs, performers, and other recreational activities.
The tickets range from Rs 7,000 to Rs 150,000 and are available at major restaurants in Kathmandu including Calm (Tangalwood), Trisara (Lazimpat/Durbarmarg), Tamarind (Jhamsikhel), Octave Lounge (Durbarmarg), Captain’s Grill (Boudha) and Coffee Express (Sherpa Mall).
For more information log in to www.partynepal.com
Partynepal’s big and wild Grind III
After a six-year hiatus, the third edition of Partynepal’s flagship event, “The Grind” is slated this year for September 14-15 at the Tiger Palace Resort, Bhairahawa. Partynepal Outdoors announced this at a press meet at Octave Kathmandu on August 7.
Dubbed the “biggest pool party in Nepal,” the previous editions of The Grind were organized in 2011 and 2012 at Riverside Springs Resort, Kurintar. “Both the events were sold out and for the third edition, we plan to make the event bigger and better,” Shree Gurung, the Managing Director of Partynepal said.
The Grind III aims to promote internal tourism in the country. Three chartered flights will carry the party crowd from Tribhuvan International Airport to Gautam Buddha Airport, Bhairahawa and then to the five-star luxury resort with the largest swimming pool in Nepal. The event will feature prominent Nepali DJs, performers, and other recreational activities.
The tickets range from Rs 7,000 to Rs 150,000 and are available at major restaurants in Kathmandu including Calm (Tangalwood), Trisara (Lazimpat/Durbarmarg), Tamarind (Jhamsikhel), Octave Lounge (Durbarmarg), Captain’s Grill (Boudha) and Coffee Express (Sherpa Mall).
For more information log in to www.partynepal.com
Mohini Dey-loaded Underside create perfect chaos
The Purple Haze Rock Bar in Thamel was jam-packed on August 4: taking in 1,000 folks, most of them dressed in black, creating a claustrophobia-inducing atmosphere. Most of these ‘metalheads’ in their late teens and early twenties (strictly 18+ was the venue policy) were there to witness Underside, the biggest metal band in Nepal featuring the global talent Mohini Dey on bass. When it comes to the underground scene in Nepal, Underside needs no introduction. Formed in 2010, it did not take the band long to rise to the top of the domestic circuit, and create ripples around the world. The metal core band is probably the only Nepali band with an international fan following, and not just among Nepali expats. It has travelled extensively to Europe, Asia and Australia to share stage with some of the most famous international acts. It was on its last Australia tour that Underside had a chance encounter with Mohini Dey—the 22-year -old bass prodigy from India who is a regular member of AR Rahman’s troupe and has also collaborated with world renowned musicians like Steve Vai, Guthrie Govan, Louis Banks and Dave Weckl.
“Mohini came to our show in Sydney and she really liked our music,” says Bikrant Shrestha, guitarist and founding member of Underside. “We hung out after the show and she offered to collaborate.” The quartet that forms Underside—Avishek KC on vocals, Bikrant Shrestha and Bikash Bhujel on guitars and Nishant Hagjer on drums—were performing without a live bass player and instead using backing tracks of bass on stage. “We were also thinking of inviting Mohini to play with us so this collaboration was meant to happen,” Shrestha adds.
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Dey’s first performance with the heavy metal giants of Nepal brought the house down at Purple Haze, leaving the audience comprising of music fans and musicians mesmerized. Dey easily inserted herself into the technically difficult music of Underside, while making the songs her own with her unique techniques and unmatched ability. With Dey completing the void in the rhythm section for Underside, the band churned out its hits like Disconnect, Animals, Right to Hate, Welcome to the Underside and All Notes Off while also performing new songs from their upcoming album including the anticipated “Gadhi Mai.”
Despite the sweltering heat and the congested space, the audience got what it came for and there was no reluctance in ‘head-banging’ and ‘mosh pitting’ to the heavy music. (Separately, Dey conducted a special workshop for Nepali bass players on August 6, offering tips and sharing her life experiences.)
When asked if Dey is to become a permanent member of Underside, Shrestha says, “We can’t exactly call her our permanent member but yes, she is now an integral part of the Underside family.” Dey will be playing with Underside on major shows and music festivals and will also be recording with the band in its upcoming album scheduled for early next year.
Underside and Dey will next perform together on August 12 at the Bloodstock Open Air concert which is considered the ‘UK’s number 1 metal festival’.
Photos credit: Dipit Raz
Tasty, quick and clean Weekend Drink
Looking for a quick bite amid the hustle and bustle of mid-day Putalisadak? Then Tasty Bites Burger should be among your first options. It is clean, cozy and cheap—what more can you ask from a fast-food joint? Tasty Bites Burger offers burgers, sandwiches and hot dogs among other delicious fast food. Also included in the menu are an assortment of drinks like coffee, milkshakes and aerated beverages. Finding the small joint might be a little tricky. It is at Dhobidhara, around 200 meters towards Kamalpokhari from the one-way lane right next to Star Mall in Putalisadak. You might want to park elsewhere because it does not have its own parking space but hey, it’s Putalisadak. No one has private parking here.
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Chef’s Special:
- The TBB Special Burger
- Shredded Chicken Sandwich
- BBQ Chilli Dog
Opening hours: 10 am - 8:30 pm
Location Dhobidhara, Ktm
Cards: Not Accepted
Meal for 2: Rs 600
Reservations: Not Required
