Hindi rock is thriving as a result of a reality show Channel V Launchpad striving to find the next great Indian rock band that has the power and charisma to put on original and unique performances that can win over the judges and the hearts of all. rock lovers. In India. The process of the entire competition is quite lengthy and quite difficult as rock bands from all over India strive to beat each other to be crowned the best rock band of the year. The competition started in the year 2005 and is held at the Hard Rock Cafe in Mumbai where rock bands usually perform to please a crowd of rock lovers.

 

The judges were made up of prominent Indian musicians led by Vishal Dadlani, leader of the rock group Pentagram. Participating bands bring out their musical axes so they can be the best and carry the torch of Hindi rock forward. Bands wishing to apply can find all the details on the Launchpad site, where they need to fill out a registration form. They are also asked to upload an original composition of their own (‘best’, specifically mentioned on the site) and the file must be no more than 10 megabytes in size.

 

In addition to the original song, they should also submit a short bio, giving details of the band or a practice session that was previously recorded just so the band can make a better impression on the display board. Bands can also submit artwork, the band logo as well as the band image and also a list of achievements that would keep them in good standing. The entries that accumulate minute by minute are thoroughly reviewed and scrutinized by a judging panel that is given the arduous task of selecting only those bands that are good and worthwhile. Thus, hours of scrutiny produce a handful of competing bands until a winner is chosen.