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Boiler Room sensation DJ Arthi Nachiappan debuts at Kolkata’s Miss Ginko

The London-based DJ, journalist and dancer kept the venue charged with her dancehall, reggaeton, Afro beats, UK funky, garage and bass set

Urvashi Bhattacharya Published 29.05.24, 05:07 PM
Expect Miss Ginko to deliver a night of unconventional music and rage of a party! The multitalented Arthi Nachiappan took the stage on May 17 at this vibrant Asian dine den near the Gariahat crossing, which has been making waves with its recent music gigs. She showcased her DJ skills in a mixed-genre set, getting the entire audience on the floor. Known for her versatility as a DJ, dancer and journalist, the London-based entertainer created free-flowing sets, where sounds like dancehall, reggaeton, afro beats, UK funky, garage and bass were prominent
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Expect Miss Ginko to deliver a night of unconventional music and rage of a party! The multitalented Arthi Nachiappan took the stage on May 17 at this vibrant Asian dine den near the Gariahat crossing, which has been making waves with its recent music gigs. She showcased her DJ skills in a mixed-genre set, getting the entire audience on the floor. Known for her versatility as a DJ, dancer and journalist, the London-based entertainer created free-flowing sets, where sounds like dancehall, reggaeton, afro beats, UK funky, garage and bass were prominent

All photos by Suman Roy
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By adding samples of well-known songs, she added more fun to her set. The crowd packed in tightly up to the front of the console trying to keep up with Arthi’s music. Born in Chennai to Tamil parents, Arthi moved to Wales and the north of England before settling in Nottingham
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By adding samples of well-known songs, she added more fun to her set. The crowd packed in tightly up to the front of the console trying to keep up with Arthi’s music. Born in Chennai to Tamil parents, Arthi moved to Wales and the north of England before settling in Nottingham

Bombay Dance Productions also attended the gig and delivered choreographed performances during the set
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Bombay Dance Productions also attended the gig and delivered choreographed performances during the set

The night opened with resident DJ D/NAS, followed by (above) Gary Daniel, who amped up the energy to a crescendo before Arthi took over the console
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The night opened with resident DJ D/NAS, followed by (above) Gary Daniel, who amped up the energy to a crescendo before Arthi took over the console

The night was filled with an uplifting and positive vibe with Arthi’s energetic music and Bombay Dance Productions’ moves. Here, ‘bachpan se dancer’ Ishan Bhasin shared a fun moment mid-set with Arthi. ‘A DJ needs environmental support just like a cricket match needs its audience, commentators and billboards. Bombay Dance Productions was that support for Arthi,’ said Bhasin. ‘We gave steps that were easy for the crowd to follow, and the best moment was when she came on stage herself and led the grooves!’ he signed off
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The night was filled with an uplifting and positive vibe with Arthi’s energetic music and Bombay Dance Productions’ moves. Here, ‘bachpan se dancer’ Ishan Bhasin shared a fun moment mid-set with Arthi. ‘A DJ needs environmental support just like a cricket match needs its audience, commentators and billboards. Bombay Dance Productions was that support for Arthi,’ said Bhasin. ‘We gave steps that were easy for the crowd to follow, and the best moment was when she came on stage herself and led the grooves!’ he signed off

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