The third edition of the Crimson Gig Music Festival was held on April 5 at Vineizono Hall, Sazolie College, under the theme “Drenched in Red, Fueled by Music.” The annual event was organized by the Sazolie College Students’ Council.
Speaking at the event as chief guest, CEO of Nune Constructions, Nunese Sale underscored the significance of dedication and consistency, stating that both elements were essential stepping stones toward achieving any targeted goal.
The event featured an impressive line-up of performances by various artists. Among them was Fifth Note, an experimental progressive rock band from Nagaland and winner of “Ticket to Hornbill 2024.” Popular content creator and beatboxer Rovi Metha, along with Coffee, president of the Nagaland Beatbox Community and champion of the Himalayan Beatbox Battle Vol. 1, also performed.
Bands such as The Multiverse and April Fever, featuring students from Sazolie College and Kohima Science College, Jotsoma, took to the stage alongside solo performer Niloka Wotsa from St. Joseph’s Autonomous College, Jakhama. The Aura band from Kohima Science College also made an appearance.
Alumni of Sazolie College, Azi Rudy and Ace Crew, delivered engaging performances, while upcoming singer Tajenyuba Kichu captivated the audience with his set. The band New Dawn, comprising students from Sazolie College and fronted by Kekhrie Thepa under the Nagaland Collective (TAFMA), also performed. Additionally, Mixed-X, a dance crew from Sazolie College, brought energy and movement to the festival.
The Crimson Gig is an annual platform that aims to extend learning beyond the classroom by encouraging creativity, discovering talent, fostering collaboration, and offering students a space to express themselves through music and art.
The event was sponsored by the Task Force for Music and Arts (TAFMA) and Mavericks Academy, with Out Loud Inc., Headlight Kohima, and Spectrum Printers as event partners.
The programme was hosted by Bena Patton, Nuksungmongla Jamir, and Rovivizo Semo.
(Correspondent)